EP 22

WITH Nick Lavery

Green Beret Loses Leg in Firefight and Keeps Fighting

In this episode, I am joined by guest Nick Lavery, a US Army Special Forces member who lost his leg in an insider attack in Afghanistan. Despite his injuries, Nick's story is a powerful reminder of the ability to face challenges and emerge stronger. The episode discusses the mindset and driving factors behind resilience and determination, highlighting the importance of faith, passion, and a sense of purpose. It also explores the impact of gratitude, shifting perspective, and the profound influence of being a father on personal growth and leadership.

Green Beret Loses Leg in Firefight and Keeps Fighting

Key Points

The insider attack in 2013 resulted in Nick losing his leg
Despite the odds, Nick refused to give up and fought to return to operational status after extensive surgery and rehabilitation.
Nick emphasizes that the principles and mindset he developed in the military are applicable to anyone facing challenges in life.
Purpose is about impacting others and creating a meaningful difference in their lives.
Being self-aware and willing to admit failures is crucial to personal growth and development.
Setting an example: Children often follow their parents’ behaviors and actions, reflecting the importance of being a positive role model.
Importance of family: The ultimate purpose in life is to serve our family and provide something bigger than ourselves.
Every day is a gift, treat it as such.

Best Quotes

In this episode you’ll learn:

12:03 – 12:12 “I was able to maintain that faith and it safeguarded me from those external doubts that were coming in.”

14:11 – 14:20 “Passion, love, joy, happiness. These are different emotions. I love what I do, even in the times that suck.”

18:21 – 18:26 “Purpose, meaning what kind of impact are you creating on others? That’s how I interpret purpose.”

20:52 – 20:56 “You’ve been given an opportunity. This is an opportunity that you can choose to leverage.”

40:46 – 40:49 “Flipping that perspective is such a powerful word and gratitude is the root of it.”

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SCOTT DANNER

Scott Danner is a champion of high performers — and those who strive to be the best version of themselves.

A CEO, entrepreneur, coach, consultant, and LIFE Optimization specialist, he is the author of the Amazon best-selling book Freedom Street. He hosts the podcast The High Performance LIFE for high performers in any profession.

As founder & CEO of Freedom Street Partners, Scott knows firsthand what it takes for entrepreneurs to serve their clients and make an impact in their communities while also ensuring their own freedom and happiness.

Although a high income is often the by-product of success, Scott encourages high performers to focus first on L.I.F.E. (an acronym representing love, impact, faith and energy), and understand that, from there, the money will follow. He believes we all can make a greater impact when these four critical components of our lives are focused on and in symmetry.

Scott is the cofounder of the Chesapeake Virginia Wine Festival, which has donated more than $2.5 million to local charities. He and his wife, Adrienne, a kindergarten teacher, have two teenaged sons.

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Green Beret Loses Leg in Firefight and Keeps Fighting