Summary
Colonel Greg Gadson shares his inspiring journey of resilience and purpose after losing both legs in Iraq. From his upbringing by parents who grew up in the Jim Crow South to his military career and recovery, Gadson's story is one of strength and determination. He emphasizes the importance of faith, trust, and communication in overcoming adversity. Gadson also discusses his starring role in the movie Battleship and his book Finding Waypoints, which explores finding peace and purpose in life.
Keywords
resilience, purpose, adversity, faith, trust, communication, military career, recovery, movie, book
Takeaways
· Resilience is not a skill, it's a characteristic that can be built and strengthened over time.
· Building trust and effective communication require personal interaction and understanding beyond text and emails.
· Finding peace and purpose in life involves being present and focusing on the present moment.
· Blossom where you're planted and make the most of your current situation.
· Adversity can be a catalyst for personal growth and the opportunity to help others.
Sound Bites
· "I don't want to die here."
· "I wasn't raised a bitter young man. I wasn't raised to hate."
· "I'm a soldier and I wasn't defined by what I didn't have. I was defined by what I did."
Chapters
· 00:00 - Introduction and Background
· 08:11 - Lessons from the Military
· 11:22 - Facing Adversity: The IED Incident
· 16:07 - Recovery and Building Resilience
· 24:16 - Acting in Battleship and Other Endeavors
· 29:45 - Finding Waypoints: A Journey Towards Peace and Purpose
· 32:02 - Conclusion and Parting Advice
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You can buy copies of Gregory Gadson’s book at: https://schaffnerpress.com/books/finding-waypoints/
