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What does it take to turn pain into purpose? In this powerful episode, retired Navy SEAL Jason Redman shares how a crushing leadership failure, a near-death battlefield injury, and the chaos of post-military life all became fuel for building an “Overcome Mindset.” He dives into the role of stoic philosophy in recovery, the dangers of “freedom intoxication” after service, and the intentional habits that transformed his marriage and mission. Tune in to discover how to lead yourself through adversity—and come out stronger on the other side. 🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Adversity Builds Identity – Jason shows that lasting transformation begins when we embrace failure, pain, and setbacks as the raw material for growth—not something to avoid, but to rise through. 2. Structure Creates Freedom – Life after the military taught Jason that too much freedom without purpose can be dangerous. Intentional planning and disciplined routines unlock true freedom and fulfillment. 3. Marriage is a Shared Mission – Strong relationships, like elite teams, need constant training, open communication, and clear “rules of engagement” to thrive—especially under pressure. Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 4:27 Journey Through Leadership Failure 7:01 The Role of Stoicism in Recovery 8:48 Rebuilding Purpose After Life Ambushes 12:56 Managing Freedom Intoxication 19:58 The Importance of Faith and Community 29:44 Extreme Ownership in Leadership 34:28 Navigating Leadership Failures 35:41 The Invincible Marriage 41:45 Choosing to Drive Forward Connect with Jason Redman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonredmanww Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasonredmanww Website: jasonredman.com Stay Inspired Never miss an episode of Inside the Inspired! Get the motivation, strategies, and real-world insights you need to push past limits and level up your life. Subscribe and follow us on your favorite podcast platform for weekly episodes that keep you moving forward. Hit that follow button now and stay inspired! 🚀 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-the-inspired/id1535384791 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1FV1VqP5bth6A7dEt5wo9V YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonathanzcohen

What if your toughest moments became your greatest fuel? In this episode, Anne Mahlum shares how she transformed personal pain into purpose—first by founding Back on My Feet, where running helps the homeless reclaim their identity, and later by building the high-impact fitness brand Solid Core. She opens up about the power of specificity in leadership, the importance of setting boundaries, and why real change starts from within. Tune in for a dose of clarity, courage, and inspiration to bet on yourself. 🎯 3 Key Takeaways: 1. Identity Shifts Spark Change – Anne emphasizes that helping people—especially those experiencing homelessness—shift how they see themselves is the first step toward lasting transformation. 2. Specificity Builds Trust – Whether it’s fundraising or setting boundaries, being clear and intentional in your communication creates stronger connections and greater results. 3. Leadership is Energy Management – Great leaders inspire by example, protect their time, and stay deeply aligned with their values, even when it means saying no. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction 03:24 - Anne explains the mission of Back on My Feet 05:07 - Discussion about running's impact on her life 06:42 - Jonathan shares his running background 08:47 - Conversation about identity shifting 13:02 - Discussion on philanthropy and entrepreneurship 15:40 - How Anne manages boundaries and opportunities 18:30 - Negotiation strategies 21:54 - Questions that helped Anne cultivate success 25:21 - Specificity in fundraising and asks 29:58 - Strategies for making multiple asks 31:52 - Key pillars of building community 40:59 - Future of fitness 44:17 - Advice on taking action and trying new things 45:49 - Reflection on future self 46:50 - Closing remarks Connect with Anne Mahlum - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annemahlum - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-mahlum - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annemahlumbusiness Stay Inspired Never miss an episode of Inside the Inspired! Get the motivation, strategies, and real-world insights you need to push past limits and level up your life. Subscribe and follow us on your favorite podcast platform for weekly episodes that keep you moving forward. Hit that follow button now and stay inspired! 🚀 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-the-inspired/id1535384791 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1FV1VqP5bth6A7dEt5wo9V YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonathanzcohen