What if the key to handling criticism isn't thicker skin—but a clearer sense of who you are?

In this episode, I sit down with Army Ranger veteran and combat sports coach Roman Mori for a raw conversation about dealing with hate—both the kind that comes from keyboard warriors and the kind that whispers in your own head right before you step into the arena.

Roman doesn't sugarcoat it. He's been there: jumping out of helicopters, competing on the world stage, and building a social media presence that attracts both massive respect and relentless criticism. But here's what separates him from most—he's figured out how to filter what matters from what doesn't.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why Roman calls them "little bitch thoughts"—and how he handles the mental game mid-competition when doubt creeps in
• How failure at every major turning point in his life became the launchpad for his greatest achievements
• Why you should never take advice from someone you wouldn't ask for it in the first place
• His philosophy on authenticity in a world obsessed with curated perfection

This one hits different if you:

• Coach athletes who struggle with social comparison or negative self-talk
• Lead young people navigating the toxic side of social media
• Want to build genuine confidence (not fake bravado) in yourself or your team
• Need permission to stop listening to people who've never done what you're trying to do

Roman's message is simple but powerful: Failure is only the endpoint if you decide it is. Everything else is just a stopping point.

So whether you're dealing with critics in the comments, doubters in your circle, or that voice in your own head—this episode will give you the tools to keep moving forward.

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