After answering the call following 9/11, Ryan “Birdman” Parrott served with SEAL Team 7, surviving an IED blast in Iraq that changed everything. Instead of retreating, he rebuilt — turning pain into purpose through nonprofit work, veteran advocacy, and leadership.In this powerful conversation, we dive into:• Surviving trauma and rebuilding identity• The mindset that gets you through Hell Week — and life• Why purpose beats motivation every time• Brotherhood, belonging, and life after elite service• How to quiet the chaos and reconnect with yourselfRyan bridges the gap between elite military service and civilian life, reminding us that resilience isn’t about toughness — it’s about choosing to keep going. This episode will challenge how you see struggle, purpose, and your own potential.NEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY!!!Connect with Ryan "Birdman" Parrott:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-“birdman”-parrott-33180032/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BirdmanActual/Website: https://birdseyeviewproject.org/about-the-birds-eye-view-project/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/birdmanactual/Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@FrogmanFridayShow⁩ Connect with Mindset Lessons from the Field:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCukt91CDijj2-QMGQ_plwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetlessonsfromthefield/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsetlessonsfromfieldShow Sponsor: www.EmpowerLitNonprofit.org Be the Reason a Child Believes in Themselves!Show Sponsor: www.Spheremoji.com (Use code MINDSET for 10% off!)

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