Dan Cnossen on Unstoppable Success Through Adversity EP 505

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

John R. Miles

Mental Health, Alternative Health, Education, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness

4.7 • 779 Ratings

🗓️ 10 September 2024

⏱️ 63 minutes

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Summary

On Passion Struck, Lieutenant Commander Dan Cnossen shares his inspiring journey from a fifth-generation Kansas farmer to a Navy SEAL and Paralympian. After losing both legs in Afghanistan in 2009, he overcame adversity by learning to ski and compete in biathlon, earning six medals at the 2018 Paralympics. Dan emphasizes the importance of intentionality, daily choices, and a supportive network. He also discusses his involvement with the Mountain Seed Foundation, which helps Ukrainian soldiers through outdoor activities. Dan defines success as living a fulfilling life and contributing positively to others, regardless of outcomes.Full show notes and resources: https://passionstruck.com/dan-cnossen-on-unstoppable-success-adversity/Sponsors

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For more information about our sponsors and promo codes, visit: passionstruck.com/dealsIn this episode, you will learn:

Overcoming fear of failure: Dan explains how acknowledging and confronting failure can fuel progress and push you toward success.
Power of optimism: He delves into the mindset of maintaining positivity in the darkest of moments and how it contributes to a fulfilling life.
Elite performance mindset: Dan shares the mental framework that enabled him to reach the pinnacle of success in both the military and the Paralympics.
Finding purpose through service: His involvement with the Mountain Seed Foundation highlights the healing power of helping others and giving back to the community.
Resilience through adversity: Learn how Dan turned a devastating injury into an opportunity to grow, adapt, and excel at a global level.
Daily discipline for greatness: Dan emphasizes the importance of structure, discipline, and small daily habits that lead to extraordinary results.

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0:00.0	Coming up next on Passion Struck.
0:02.2	As much as we like to think that we are national assets as operators,
0:07.2	these missions have go and no-go criteria and the loss of me
0:10.4	it doesn't affect the no-go criteria. The mission continues and they stayed on scene as they should and
0:16.4	continue with the mission. And I do still to this day remember this light in my face from the
0:21.2	flight surgeon. I don't know if he put me under immediately or if I just let myself go after all that effort of just trying to stay in the game on that drag down the hill, but I let myself go and the next thing I remember waking up in a hospital room with my mother
0:35.8	she'd feet away looking at me and I didn't know where am I and what is going
0:40.6	up.
0:41.6	Welcome to Passion Struck. Hi I'm your host John R Miles and on the show we decipher the secrets, tips, and guidance of the world's most
0:49.4	inspiring people and turn their wisdom into practical advice for you and those around you.
0:55.4	Our mission is to help you unlock the power of intentionality so that you can become the best
1:01.6	version of yourself.
1:02.8	If you're new to the show, I offer advice
1:05.4	and answer listener questions on Fridays.
1:08.0	We have long-form interviews
1:09.6	the rest of the week with guests ranging
1:12.0	from astronauts to authors, CEOs, creators, innovators,
1:16.5	scientists, military leaders, visionaries, and athletes.
1:20.3	Now let's go out there and become Passion Struck.
1:23.7	Hey Passion Struck family, I am thrilled to welcome you back to episode 505.
1:28.6	First off, a huge shout out to each and every one of you who turns in every week eager to listen grow and
1:34.0	transform you're the heartbeat of this community and your energy keeps us going
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