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David Goggins.

David Goggins (born 1975) is an American ultramarathon runner and writer, and the author of Can't Hurt Me.

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Based in
Buffalo, New York
Born
1975
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Memoir

Can't Hurt Me

David Goggins

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Memoir · 2018

Can't Hurt Me

David Goggins tells how he went from a hard childhood to Navy SEAL training and ultramarathons, and shares the mental tools that helped him push past his limits.

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  1. Own your storyFace your past honestly, including the painful parts. It can become fuel instead of an excuse.
  2. Callus your mindDoing hard things on purpose makes you tougher for the next challenge.
  3. The 40% ruleWhen you feel finished, you usually have far more left than you think.
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