In this episode of Mindset Lessons from the Field, retired Special Forces commander Kevin Edgerton shares the journey behind his grit. From being cut from his high school team, to breaking bones at Airborne school, to failing his first Special Forces selection, Kevin’s story is proof that setbacks can become stepping stones.

Now the founder of 18A Fitness, Kevin reveals how breathwork, mobility, and mental toughness helped him turn obstacles into opportunities—and how you can do the same.

You’ll discover:

* Why failure isn’t final when you commit to the long game

* The mindset shift that carried Kevin from broken to Special Forces

* How to use consistency, goals, and belief to fuel resilience

* Practical tools—like breathwork and mobility—that anyone can use daily

This conversation is about more than fitness. It’s about building the mindset to endure, adapt, and rise—no matter the challenge.

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Deny Caballero’s story is raw, powerful, and proof that the human spirit can overcome anything. From surviving a childhood marked by abuse to finding belonging in the military, Deny rose to become a U.S. Army Green Beret. His journey didn’t end there—after battling trauma and suicidal thoughts, he discovered the true mission: turning pain into purpose. Today, Deny is a mental health advocate and producer behind Security Halt, using humor, vulnerability, and grit to help others heal. In this episode, we dive into resilience, leadership, fatherhood, and why vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness.

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Paul Watson, retired Special Forces Warrant Officer with over 20 years in the 10th and 19th Groups, reveals the battle no one prepares you for: life after the uniform. He shares how “comfort” quietly became his biggest enemy, how it almost cost him his marriage and purpose, and the gritty steps he took to fight back.

We cover:

* Why comfort can be more dangerous than chaos

* How Paul pulled himself out of years of complacency

* The role of community, purpose, and service in mental fitness

* What true leadership and resilience look like—on and off the battlefield

This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who’s lost momentum or feels stuck in the comfort trap.

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Jeff Boss, a 13-year Navy SEAL veteran with eight deployments, didn’t just survive the battlefield—he faced the toughest fight of all: the one within. Now a therapist and author of Navigating Chaos, Jeff helps others build resilience, overcome fear, and create a life aligned with their values.

In this episode of Mindset Lessons from the Field, we cover:

* The difference between a warfighter and a warrior—and why it matters beyond combat

* How to build psychological flexibility to handle stress, fear, and uncertainty

* Why independence is a myth and connection is your real strength

* Tools to sit with discomfort instead of avoiding it

* Strategies for aligning daily actions with your core values

If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, burnout, or the mental battles no one else sees, Jeff’s story and tools will inspire you to push through, face your fears, and thrive—no matter the chaos around you.

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What if the only thing standing between you and the life you want… is your mindset?

In this power-packed episode, I sit down with Daniel Fielding, former Green Beret, martial arts champion, speaker, coach, and author of The Asset Mindset. His book changed my life long before I ever knew he’d be a guest on this show—and now he’s sharing the mindset behind it all.

We dive into:

* How to stop thinking like a liability and start thinking like an asset

* The secret to bouncing back when life knocks you flat

* Turning fear into your greatest ally

* What separates people who want change from those who become it

* The mindset trick Daniel taught his teenage son that flipped his life around

Whether you're stuck in survival mode or ready to level up, this episode is a must-listen.

🧠 Your mind is your greatest asset. Use it well.

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From small-town Vermont to SEAL Team 3, Alex Rogers spent 12 years in the fight—on the battlefield and within himself. In this episode, he breaks down what it really takes to build mental toughness and lead yourself through chaos. We talk boot camp breakdowns, Hell Week hilarity, and why “laugh now, cry later” became his personal code.

Now a coach, entrepreneur, and founder of Look for Work, Alex shows how civilians can tap into elite-level grit and live with purpose. This one will light a fire in you.

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Retired Green Beret. Strategic planner. Mindset coach. Dustin Delcoure brings 20+ years of elite military experience to this episode—and he’s not here to sugarcoat it. From building resilient teams to strengthening mental toughness, Dustin breaks down his personal framework: mindfulness, purpose, context, and opportunity. Whether you're leading a team or rebuilding your own life, this episode gives you the tools to level up.

We talk team dynamics, mental reps, leadership without a title, doing hard things with a smile, and why sleep might just be your greatest untapped weapon.

This one will leave you fired up and focused.

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Aaron Blaine grew up fatherless, directionless, and angry. He barely graduated high school—then became a Green Beret. In this episode, he opens up about the battles before the battlefield, the pain that shaped him, and how he built himself into the man, mentor, and father he never had.

From surviving combat to launching Wild Ops Box—a mission to reconnect fathers and sons—Aaron shows what it really takes to heal, lead, and live with purpose.

This one is for anyone who’s ever felt behind, broken, or unsure where to start.

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