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Can't Hurt Me

by David Goggins

★★★★☆ 4.30 (320 120 ratings)
2018 · 364 pages · ~6h 4m read · Nonfiction

David Goggins shares his incredible journey from a childhood of poverty and abuse to becoming a Navy SEAL and world-class endurance athlete. He introduces the '40% Rule,' arguing that most people only tap into a fraction of their true potential. This raw and honest account explores the power of self-discipline, mental toughness, and the 'cookie jar' method to overcome any obstacle. It is a powerful guide for anyone looking to master their mind, defy the odds, and achieve peak performance.

A popular book with millions of readers worldwide.

Topic: Self GrowthStyle: Practical
memoirpsychologyhealth

Notable Quotes

"You are in danger of living a life so comfortable and soft, that you will die without ever realizing your true potential."
"It won’t always go your way, so you can’t get trapped in this idea that just because you’ve imagined a possibility for yourself that you somehow deserve it. Your entitled mind is dead weight. Cut it loose. Don’t focus on what you think you deserve. Take aim on what you are willing to earn!"
"No one is going to come help you. No one's coming to save you."

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