Sarah Westall - Business Game Changers

What It Takes To Survive Hell | Don Mann

July 26, 2026·46 min
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Sign up for the newsletter and see exclusives at SarahWestall.Substack.comSee the full extended episode at SarahWestall.Substack.comFormer Navy SEAL Don Mann returns to the Thrive Hour to discuss what he's learned about human potential after a lifetime of pushing beyond physical and mental limits. Having served on SEAL Teams One, Two, and Six, Don shares how years of operating in some of the military's most demanding environments shaped his understanding of resilience, discipline, and the mindset required to overcome fear. Following his military career, he continued mentoring others through the USN Sea Cadet SEAL Corps, the Navy SEAL Adventure Challenge, the Navy SEAL Training Academy, and the Icelandic Navy SEAL Adventure Challenge.In today's discussion, Don recounts one of the most challenging experiences from his time as a Navy SEAL, when he and his teammates endured conditions that seemed impossible to survive. He reflects on how those moments transformed his perspective on perseverance, purpose, and the power of refusing to accept self-imposed limitations. Sarah and Don also discuss why developing resilience and expanding personal capabilities has become increasingly important in today's uncertain world.Whether you're interested in leadership, personal development, military experience, or building the mental toughness needed to overcome life's greatest challenges, this conversation offers inspiring lessons on resilience and unlocking human potential.Learn more about Don Mann at https://USFrogMann.comLinks and Offers Mentioned in the Show:Learn how you can benefit from smarter financial strategies at https://SWHawk.comProtect your assets with Miles Franklin and receive the private preferred pricing by visiting https://SarahWestall.com/MilesFranklinSupport this show by supporting the show's sponsors at SarahWestall.com/ShopAffiliate Links Mentioned in the Show:MUST Sign up as a VIP to view peptides, including Retatrutide and SLU-PP-332, at https://limitlesslifenootropics.com/vip-club-registration/?uid=116&oid=1&affid=10134 - Use code Sarah to save 15%Purchase Retatrutide, the next-generation GLP-1 peptide, at https://www.limitlesslifenootropics.com/product/retatrutide-ha/?ref=vbWRE3J - Use code Sarah to save 15%MUSIC CREDITS: Down to the Wire – Nonstop Producer Series: Broad Media Internet LicenseCopyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.Disclaimer: "As a journalist, I report what significant newsmakers are claiming. I do not have the resources or time to fully investigate all claims. Stories and people interviewed are selected based on relevance, listener requests, and by suggestions of those I highly respect. It is the responsibility of each viewer to evaluate the facts presented and then research each story furtherSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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