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The Resilient Life

The Resilient Life

Ryan Manion

There are few guarantees in life, but facing adversity is one of them. In a podcast hosted by Ryan, leaders from various professions and walks of life discuss how personal and career struggles have shaped who they are as people and how they respond to trials moving forward. With all guests, Ryan’s goal is to focus on sharing lessons that listeners can use to face adversity more effectively and turn their challenges into opportunities for growth.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Resilient Life episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Resilient Life for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Resilient Life episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Serving as Captain of Women’s USA Rugby Sevens five years after being cut from the squad. Choosing between medical school and being an elite athlete. Standing by her fiance during two rounds of cancer treatment.

U.S. Olympian Abby Gustaitis shares her unlikely path to Tokyo and why finding something you’re passionate about always makes the obstacles worth it.

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The Resilient Life - Leading Through Adversity with Don Faul
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11/15/24 • 52 min

Don Faul, CEO of CrossFit, is not only a veteran, having served as a platoon commander with the United States Marine Corps, but he is also an accomplished business leader with an impactful track record at top-tier companies like Google, Facebook, Pinterest, and Athos.

In this episode, Don sits down with Ryan Manion and dives into Don's journey from the battlefield to the boardroom, exploring the lessons he has learned along the way and how they have shaped his approach to leadership. From the turmoil of recent CrossFit events to his favorite Hero WOD, Don discusses his approach to resilience and how he puts one foot in front of the other, especially in challenging times.

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The Resilient Life - Miles McPherson: Racial Barriers + The Third Option
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08/18/20 • 61 min

Overcoming a cocaine addiction while balancing an NFL career. Relentlessly pursuing a new calling. Offering a third option for a racially divided nation.

Pastor Miles McPherson of The Rock Church in San Diego, CA, discusses overcoming insurmountable odds and how to address the conversation on race in America.

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The Third Option Book

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Lessons learned from 31 years of coaching and 14 years at the helm for Navy football. Why true leadership starts in the family and not on the field. Identifying victories between the wins and losses.

Coach Ken Niumatalolo discusses finding his why in developing future military leaders and why the greatest refinement often happens in times of loss.

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The Resilient Life - Joe Cardona: Serving on Active Duty + Playing in the NFL
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03/22/22 • 48 min

Two Super Bowl wins with the New England Patriots. Racing to duty between practices with Tom Brady. Walking the tightrope of leaving it on the gridiron and serving as Navy Reservist.

NFL Longsnapper Joe Cardona discusses what it was like to see teammates kneeling for the flag his rookie year and the responsibility he carries as a service member playing in the NFL.

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Lessons learned from near starvation in the Alaskan wilderness. The evolutionary discomfort of boredom and why we should embrace it. The benefits of dancing on the edge of failure.

Michael Easter, author of The Comfort Crisis, discusses the physiological impact of spending 12 hours a day on digital media and why experiencing discomfort is critical to living more fully.

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Brian Steorts spent his military career as an Army paratrooper and an Air Force pilot. After 8 combat deployments and a service-related injury, he found himself searching for a way to heal, and a way to cope with the longing for the American flag on his shoulder once again. He started creating handcrafted American flags in his garage and founded Flags of Valor to spread the same patriotism he felt across the nation.

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The Resilient Life - Zachary Bell: Mental Health + A Veteran With a Sign
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11/08/22 • 69 min

Bringing veterans together through nostalgia, humor and a cardboard sign. Losing more friends to suicide than combat. A new mission of creating community beyond the battlefield.

Zachary Bell, founder of the Instagram sensation Veteran With a Sign, shares his journey of transition from active duty, the search for meaning, and how COVID led him to a big idea.

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The Resilient Life - Wesley Hunt: Media Slant + Leadership After Defeat
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01/05/21 • 64 min

A family history that stretches from slavery to West Point. Media influence and the dangers of one-sided politics. Choosing to stand back up and try again after heartbreaking defeat.

Veteran and former Texas Congressional candidate Wesley Hunt discusses why he’s wired for service and the unique characteristics that make veterans prime candidates for office.

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The Resilient Life - From a Real Housewife to Real Life: Leah McSweeney
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05/14/24 • 70 min

While you may recognize Leah McSweeney from reality television, she is so much more than a TV star. Leah is a fashion designer, author, and entrepreneur, and her life behind screen reveals an untold story of resilience. In this episode, Leah sits down with Ryan Manion, CEO of Travis Manion Foundation, and opens up about her journey—from her time on television to her public and private battles with addiction and recovery. Leah explores why she no longer watches reality television, her humble approach to life and her insights into mental health.

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Resilient Life have?

The Resilient Life currently has 99 episodes available.

What topics does The Resilient Life cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Self Care, Stress, Society & Culture, Parenting, Female Empowerment, Resilience, Grief, Motherhood, Conservative, Personal Journals, Empowerment, Mental Health, Wellness, Conflict, Podcasts, Loss and Military.

What is the most popular episode on The Resilient Life?

The episode title 'Miranda Alcaraz: Fitness, Authenticity + Street Parking' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Resilient Life?

The average episode length on The Resilient Life is 57 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Resilient Life released?

Episodes of The Resilient Life are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of The Resilient Life?

The first episode of The Resilient Life was released on Jul 22, 2020.

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