In this raw, inspiring, and unfiltered conversation, EJ Snyder—decorated Army Ranger, elite survivalist, and reality TV legend—shares the life journey that shaped his warrior mindset. From growing up in a tough New Jersey neighborhood and facing relentless bullying, to becoming a Sergeant Major with two Bronze Stars and the Legion of Merit, EJ’s path is a testament to resilience, grit, and leading from the front.But his military service was just the beginning…You may know him from Naked and Afraid, Dual Survival, and First Man Out. What you may not know is how deeply personal his battles have been—and how those experiences fuel his mission to help others survive life, not just the wild.If you're looking to develop mental toughness, rediscover your inner fire, or understand what it truly means to be a badass—this episode is for you.

In this episode:

• Why mindset—not muscle—is your greatest asset
• What Army Ranger School taught him about pain, pressure, and purpose
• How surviving the wild mirrors surviving life’s emotional battles
• Behind the scenes of Naked and Afraid (including a moment that needed 8 stitches)
• What defines a true badass—and why it may look different than you think
• Why humility, kindness, and honor are part of the warrior’s code

🎧 PODCAST INFO:Apple - https://tinyurl.com/GrowYourselfAppleSpotify - https://tinyurl.com/GrowYourselfSpotifyLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/kevinmcnultyConnect with EJ Snyder:Website → https://ejsnyder.comInstagram → @ejsnyder333Facebook → EJ “Skullcrusher” SnyderYouTube →    / @ejsnyder  Book by EJ SnyderThe Modern Day Survival Manual → https://ejsnyder.com/product/survival...Connect with Kevin:X: @kevinspeaks2uLI: @kevinmcnultyspeaksFB: @kevinrichardmcnultyIG: @kevinmcnultyspeaksLinkTree: https://linktr.ee/kevinmcnulty—👍 Like this episode? Let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments.🔔 Subscribe for more real, unpolished conversations about leadership, mindset, and personal growth.#EJSnyder #ArmyRanger #GrowYourselfPodcast #Survivalist #Leadership #MentalToughness #BadassMindset #FourthOfJuly #MilitaryVeteran #PersonalGrowth #NakedAndAfraid #MotivationalSpeaker