Going Beyond Your Own Expectations with Cody Cerny

04/25/24 • 44 min

Discover the life-changing lessons and mindset shifts that propelled Cody Cerny to the highest levels of elite performance, and learn how you can apply these powerful strategies to shatter your own limits and achieve the extraordinary.

In this transformative episode of the Adam Experiment podcast, you’ll hear from Cody Cerny, a former U.S. Air Force Pararescueman, Aikido blackbelt, and corporate transformation leader. From living with an Aikido master to becoming one of the best combat search and rescue specialists in the world, Cody shares his hard-won wisdom on embracing discomfort, pushing past fear, and harnessing the power of language to shape your reality and results.

00:02:02 - Unleashing your potential through transformative Aikido training 🥋 00:06:02 - Earning a black belt in record time: Insights from intensive training in Japan 🇯🇵 00:09:33 - Pushing past fear: Cody's journey to joining the U.S. Air Force Pararescue 🪂 00:21:35 - Mastering your mind: A pivotal breakthrough during combat dive school 🌊 00:26:16 - Embracing new challenges: Transitioning out of the military and reigniting growth 00:31:52 - Rewriting your reality: Powerful lessons from a philosopher in London 🇬🇧 00:35:52 - Harnessing the power of language to shatter limitations and achieve the extraordinary 00:41:39 - Sustaining elite performance: Cody's top recovery strategies and habits 🧘‍♂️

Gain transformative insights on unlocking your full potential, including:

Choosing empowering interpretations and reframing limiting beliefs
Embracing discomfort as a catalyst for massive growth and resilience
Reinventing yourself to conquer new challenges and expand your potential
Leveraging the power of language to reshape your reality and results
Prioritizing self-care, recovery, and supportive habits to sustain peak performance

If you're ready to expand past your perceived limits and unleash your inner warrior, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in now and discover how to apply these elite performance strategies to achieve the extraordinary in your life.

Drop a comment below with your biggest takeaway from this episode and how you plan to implement Cody's strategies in your own life. And if you found this conversation as transformative as we did, be sure to hit that subscribe button and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!

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Gain transformative insights on unlocking your full potential, including:

Choosing empowering interpretations and reframing limiting beliefs
Embracing discomfort as a catalyst for massive growth and resilience
Reinventing yourself to conquer new challenges and expand your potential
Leveraging the power of language to reshape your reality and results
Prioritizing self-care, recovery, and supportive habits to sustain peak performance

Never miss and episode, plus get access to deeper dives and a behind-the-scenes view of The Adam Experiment.
Newsletter: www.adamexperiment.com

Previous Episode

What’s a Personal Narrative and How It Can Change Your Life with Toby Trevarthen

Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Adam Experiment, host Adam Hofmann is joined by Toby Trevarthen, a master storyteller who guides individuals on a profound journey of self-discovery through the power of personal narrative.

Discover how crafting your story can unlock your hidden potential and alter the trajectory of your life. Toby shares his innovative eight-stage methodology that combines deep introspection with strategic storytelling, helping you uncover pivotal moments, overcome resistance, and embrace your unique heritage.

Learn how examining your personal narrative worth can lead to greater self-expression and success in both your personal and professional life. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on your own journey of self-discovery and unlock the transformative power of your story.

Key Topics and Takeaways:

(00:02:28) Toby's transition from crafting company narratives to guiding individuals
(00:04:34) Definition and differentiation of personal narrative from personal branding
(00:06:15) The process of uncovering pivotal moments and altering life trajectories
(00:07:50) Toby's eight-stage methodology combining introspection and strategic storytelling
(00:11:00) The role of resistance in the personal narrative process
(00:16:00) The importance of heritage in shaping one's narrative
(00:31:08) The concept of "personal narrative worth" and its importance
(00:37:12) Pushing the edge of self-expression and the limitations of traditional resumes
(00:41:46) The future of expressing oneself holistically in the hiring process

Experiment of the Week:
Create your own personal user manual using Toby's "Je Suis" template below

Links:

Connect with Toby Trevarthen to work together at [email protected]
Add Toby on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobintrevarthen/
Learn more about Toby’s work: https://www.spatialshift.com/
Stay tuned for Toby's upcoming book, "Narrative Worth," exploring the untapped value of personal storytelling in a world besieged by noise and transformation
Download Toby's "Je Suis" user manual template: https://open.substack.com/pub/tobintrevarthen/p/je-suis-user-guide?r=9wqrj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

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Next Episode

Stillness, Self-Reflection, and Setting Boundaries: Ruth Penfold-Brown's Guide to Personal Growth

Have you ever felt like you're sleepwalking through life, trapped in a career or relationship that doesn't align with your true self?

In this episode, Ruth Penfold-Brown shares her powerful story of reinvention and offers insights on how to break free from societal conditioning and live authentically.

Ruth Penfold-Brown is a former HR executive turned transformational coach. She openly shares her journey of waking up at 30, leaving an abusive marriage, and rebuilding her life from the ground up. She discusses the importance of self-reflection, setting boundaries, and embracing experimentation to unlock one's full potential. Ruth also dives into her work with Bloom, a leadership accelerator that empowers women to reclaim their confidence and manifest their dream careers.

Key Topics and Takeaways:

Waking up and breaking free from sleepwalking through life
The power of self-reflection and listening to your body's signals
Unlearning societal conditioning and rediscovering your authentic self
The importance of stillness and creating space for personal growth
Setting boundaries and embracing experimentation to transform your life
Finding alignment between your values and your career path

Experiment of the Week: Unlocking Your Self-Expression

Pick a specific time each day to reflect on the question, "Where did I hold back today?"
In the morning, ask yourself, "How can I express myself more fully today, in just a tiny way?"
Start with small, low-stakes situations to gradually build your self-expression muscle.
Find a picture of yourself as a young child that captures your essence before societal conditioning set in.
Use that image as a reminder of who your soul still wants to be and let it guide your self-expression.

Go Deeper

Visit Ruth's website to learn more about her coaching services and the Bloom leadership accelerator at https://ruthpenfold.com/
Share this episode with a friend who may feel stuck or unfulfilled in their life or career.
Take action on this week's experiment and share your experiences with me.

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The Adam Experiment - Going Beyond Your Own Expectations with Cody Cerny

Transcript

[00:00:00] Cody Cerny: I've never, been say beat up like that before. And it wasn't like he was trying to hurt me, but it was actually being around somebody who expected more from me than I expected from myself.

[00:00:19] Adam: Welcome back to the Adam experiment, where we explore the skills, stories and science behind unlocking your full potential. Today's a new type of episode where you're going to hear from someone who has inspired me with their own