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The Mark Divine ShowSheepdog Skill: FlexibilityIs mental toughness really about being unbreakable, or is true strength found in yielding?In this episode of the Mark Divine Show, retired Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine explores the critical Sheepdog skill of Flexibility.Discover why the rigid "oak tree" mindset is ultimately fragile when chaos hits, while the flexible "reed" can bend, survive the storm, and bounce back. Learn the crucial differences between physical, mental, and emotional flexibility, and how an unbreakable ethos actually gives you the freedom to bend your tactics. Finally, challenge yourself with this week's missions to build...
2026-06-2319 minThe Mark Divine ShowSheepdog Skill: AdaptabilityWhat happens when your perfect plan falls apart?In this episode of the Mark Divine Show, retired Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine unpacks the critical Sheepdog skill of Adaptability. Moving beyond the reality that "no plan survives contact with the enemy," Mark explains why true adaptability is not indecision or abandoning your values, but rather flexible execution in service of a fixed purpose. He shares the inspiring story of his former SEAL teammate Alden Mills, who applied the "Fail Forward Fast" (F3) principle to pivot from the massive failure of his Body Rev product to...
2026-06-0915 minThe Mark Divine ShowSheepdog Skill: WisdomWhat is the difference between what you can do and what you should do? In this episode of the Mark Divine Show, retired Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine explores the third core skill in the Sheepdog Strong series: Wisdom. Discover why intelligence and experience are not the same as true wisdom, and how discernment combined with a powerful ethos keeps courage from becoming recklessness. Mark shares the incredible story of former SAS operator Damian Mander, who transformed his approach to rhino poaching in Africa from a paramilitary insurgency to an empowering community solution. ...
2026-06-0216 minThe Mark Divine ShowSheepdog Skill: Clarity Under PressureHow do you keep your mind functional when panic sets in? In this episode of the Mark Divine Show, retired Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine unpacks the second core skill in the Sheepdog Strong series: Clarity Under Pressure. Learn the biological reality of what happens to your brain under extreme stress—how your amygdala hijacks your system and forces your rational frontal lobe offline exactly when you need it most. Mark shares a harrowing personal story of a critical equipment failure 25 feet underwater in a dark, flooded mini-sub to illustrate the life-saving power of his 16-second intervention. ...
2026-05-2628 minThe Mark Divine ShowSheepdog Skill: Command PresenceWhat does it take to project true authority before you even speak a word? Welcome to Part Two of the Sheepdog Strong series on the Mark Divine Show, where retired Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine shifts from building internal attributes to forging ten core internal skills, starting with Command Presence. Discover how to project "calm authority" through your body, voice, and mind to deliberately regulate the emotional temperature of any room. Mark shares a tense, real-life encounter with three men in a Malaysian alleyway to illustrate how a grounded, intentional presence can change the math of...
2026-05-1923 minThe Mark Divine ShowSheepdog Strong: Choosing and Moving Without HesitationWhat is the true cost of hesitation? In the powerful conclusion to the Sheepdog Strong attribute series (Episode 10), retired Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine breaks down the ultimate conversion mechanism: Decisiveness. Discover why delay is never neutral and how waiting for perfect conditions can actually be your most dangerous choice. Mark shares a gripping story from Baghdad in 2004, where SEAL Team One abandoned static defense and utilized the OODA loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) to aggressively hunt threats before they could strike. Learn why analysis paralysis is an epidemic among high achievers and how to br...
2026-05-1222 minThe Mark Divine ShowSheepdog Strong: Discipline Turns Ethos Into ActionWhat does it take to turn your core values into consistent action? In this episode of the Mark Divine Show, retired Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine unpacks the vital attribute of Discipline in the "Sheepdog Strong" series. Moving beyond the cliché of "discipline equals freedom," Mark reveals how true discipline serves as the bridge between who you say you are and how you actually live. Learn the three key mechanisms for building an unbreakable routine—Structure, Repetition, and Correction—and discover how to free yourself from being governed by your own "inner weather".Finally...
2026-04-2819 minThe Mark Divine ShowSheepdog Strong: Who Are You When No One is Watching?In this episode of the Mark Divine Show, retired Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine dives into the foundational attribute of the Sheepdog Strong series: Integrity. Discover why true integrity isn't about perfection, but about "congruence"—the strict alignment between what you say, believe, and actually do. Mark shares a jaw-dropping story of a hidden integrity breach within his own SEAL platoon right before deploying to Operation Desert Storm, illustrating how crises don't create character, but rather reveal it. You will also learn why high-performing individuals with integrity gaps are often the most dangerous people in an...
2026-04-2125 minThe Mark Divine ShowSheepdog Strong: Who Can Count on You 10 Years From NowWhat does it mean to build dedication for the long haul? In this episode of the Mark Divine Show, former Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine explores the core attribute of dedication in the "Sheepdog Strong" series. Discover why true dedication is a sustained commitment to a cause greater than yourself, rather than just self-serving discipline. Learn how to identify and close your "loyalty gap"—the uncomfortable distance between what you claim to value and how you actually spend your time. Featuring the heroic legacy of Navy SEAL Maste...
2026-04-0719 minThe Mark Divine ShowSheepdog Strong: How to Lead in an AI-Driven VUCA WorldIn a world of constant volatility amplified by AI, relying on last year's leadership playbook is a recipe for disaster. Are you leading your team with alert awareness, or are you stuck in "Condition White"—distracted, scrolling your phone, and oblivious to the next crisis?In this solo episode of The Mark Divine Show, former Navy SEAL commander Mark Divine introduces the "Sheepdog Strong" framework, an essential mindset for surviving and thriving in today’s persistent VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity) environment. Drawing on military strategies like Jeff Cooper’s Color Code of awareness, Divine...
2026-02-2414 min
The Mark Divine ShowNASA Astronaut: How to Rebuild Belief, Master Your Mind, and Reopen Doors You Thought Were Closed | Anil Menon What happens when your lifelong dream slips through your fingers—and you believe the door has permanently closed?In this powerful episode of The Mark Divine Show, NASA astronaut Anil Menon shares the untold story behind his journey to space—from repeated rejection, self-doubt, and believing the odds were zero… to rebuilding belief, training his mind, and ultimately earning his place among the world’s most elite explorers.This conversation goes far beyond spaceflight.You’ll learn:- How to rebuild confidence after fail...
2026-02-1030 min
The Mark Divine ShowMindfulness Expert: Heal Your Nervous System With This One Mindfulness Practice | Dr. Jeanie Iberlin Stress is preventing learning, leadership, and healing—and most people don’t know why.In this episode of The Mark Divine Show, Dr. Jeannie Iberlin—transformational coach, former school administrator, and author of The Unbelievable Power of Feelings—explains why mindfulness isn’t about escaping emotions, but learning how to feel without being overwhelmed.You’ll learn:- Why anxiety shuts down learning and decision-making- The difference between “thinking about feelings” vs actually feeling them- How short, consistent mindfulness practices rewire the nervous syst...
2026-01-2750 min
The Mark Divine ShowThe Purpose Pivot Embracing Vulnerability, Intuition, and Purpose with Melissa Gonzalez What happens when high performers ignore their body, suppress vulnerability, and power through for too long?In this episode of The Mark Divine Show, entrepreneur and author Melissa Gonzalez shares the pivotal moment that forced her to rethink leadership, success, and wellbeing. After years on Wall Street and building fast-growing companies, her body finally demanded attention—triggering a profound shift in how she leads, lives, and listens.This conversation explores:-Why high achievers ignore early warning signs until crisis hits-The hidden cost of “powering thro...
2026-01-2049 min
The Mark Divine ShowBuilding Big Trust with Dr. Shade Zahrai: Unleashing Potential and Overcoming Self-Doubt Most people think confidence comes from success.In reality, confidence comes from self-trust—and most people never learn how to build it.In this episode of The Mark Divine Show, Mark sits down with Shadé Zahrai, award-winning leadership strategist, Harvard-trained researcher, and author of Big Trust.Together, they unpack why:Self-doubt is not the enemy—it’s a signal- Psychological safety fails when people don’t trust themselves- Waiting to “feel confident” keeps people stuck- Inner critics sabot...
2026-01-131h 04
The Mark Divine ShowPositive Intelligence Expert: Why Your Mind Keeps Sabotaging You (And How to Rewire It For Peak Performance) Most people believe insight alone creates transformation.But insight without daily practice fades—and self-sabotage takes over.In this episode of The Mark Divine Show, Mark sits down with Shirzad Chamine, New York Times bestselling author of Positive Intelligence and one of the world’s leading experts on mental fitness, leadership performance, and mindset mastery.Shirzad shares his journey from a traumatic childhood marked by generational rage and depression to building a globally recognized framework used by Fortune 100 companies, Stanford faculty, and over two million leaders worldwide.
2026-01-061h 04
The Mark Divine ShowHow to Build Unbreakable Resilience When Everything Feels Uncertain (With Bill Murphy) Mark Divine and Bill Murphy share insights on cultivating a warrior mindset and building mental toughness, essential for effective leadership strategies. This episode explores the principles of navy seal leadership and how to embrace resilience training. Discover how to integrate high performance habits into your daily routine for personal and professional growth, aligning with the unbeatable mind philosophy.Bill shares how his worst business year in nearly three decades forced a deeper internal reckoning—and why pursuing extreme physical challenges, including seven marathons on seven continents in seven days, became a catalyst for inner tr...
2025-12-3050 min
The Mark Divine ShowCody Lakevold How to Reclaim Your Health, Purpose, and Brotherhood After Trauma What happens when life takes everything from you—and you’re forced to decide who you become next?In this deeply moving conversation, Mark Divine sits down with Cody Lakefield, co-founder of Long Ship Men and Look Health, to explore the intersection of trauma, healing, proactive health, brotherhood, and purpose.Cody shares his journey through profound personal loss, responsibility, and suffering—and how those experiences led him to build systems that help men reclaim ownership of their health, their inner lives, and their relationships with other men.
2025-12-231h 24
The Mark Divine ShowScott Britton Explains Why Achievement Without Awakening Leaves You Broken Become Unbeatable!Join The Unbeatable Leader Challenge: https://unbeatableleader.com/products/two-day-opt-inIn this deeply honest conversation, Mark Divine sits down with entrepreneur, consciousness leader, and author Scott Britton to explore the missing link between success, fulfillment, and awakening.Scott shares his journey from building and selling a venture-backed tech company to Salesforce to confronting the inner emptiness that achievement alone could not solve. Together, they unpack the intersection of spiritual practice, discipline, identity, leadership, and purpose—and why true growth requires integration, not escape.
2025-12-161h 22
The Mark Divine ShowNavy SEAL Health Performance Specialist Reveals The One Secret Elite Performers Never Talk About Most people think performance is about more reps, more data, more tech, or more intensity. But according to human performance educator Rob Wilson, the truth is far more uncomfortable: most elite performers don’t actually understand their own bodies, identities, or inner signals—and it’s costing them years of longevity, clarity, and resilience.In this powerful conversation, Mark Divine and Rob Wilson break down the real keys to performance longevity, emotional resilience, identity beyond your job title, and why self-awareness is the most underrated skill in elite sport, tactical teams, and everyday life.
2025-12-091h 06
The Mark Divine ShowLori Woodley: The Hidden Skill Every Parent and Leader Is Getting Wrong (And How To Get It Right) Unlock your full potential and lead with courage, clarity, and purpose—join The Unbeatable Tribe and become truly unbeatable in life and leadership: https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/about?ref=1a923afc32cd46168547585c83eea4adMost people think they communicate well. Most people think they’re emotionally intelligent. But according to SEL expert Lori Woodley, mother of Shailene Woodley, we’re getting the most important human skill completely wrong.In this powerful conversation, Mark Divine sits with nationally recognized SEL leader and author Lori Woodley Langendorff to explore why em...
2025-12-0251 min
The Mark Divine ShowNavy SEAL Veteran Brent Gleeson: What Happens If You Never Give Up 📩 Subscribe to Mark Divine's Divine Inspiration Newsletter: Get weekly insights on mental toughness, leadership, and personal mastery:https://my.sowtoharvest.io/v2/preview/OoBpPGFRHt0CVnOZ0Fo0🏛 Join The Unbeatable Tribe on SkoolTrain with Mark Divine and a community of leaders committed to courage, clarity, and growth: https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/about?ref=1a923afc32cd46168547585c83eea4adWhat happens when a Navy SEAL–turned–entrepreneur has his entire identity, leadership style, and life priorities shaken to the core?
2025-11-2554 min
The Mark Divine ShowThe Truth About Pain, Performance & Recovery That No One Is Talking About with Dr. Matt Fontaine In this conversation, Mark Divine sits down with Dr. Matt Fontaine — chiropractor, performance expert, and author of Only One Body — to uncover the truth about pain, injury, strength, and what actually creates long-term physical performance.This episode cuts through the noise. No hype. No shortcuts. Just the principles elite athletes, operators, and high-performers use to stay strong, durable, and resilient for life.Dr. Fontaine breaks down why most people train incorrectly, how injuries really happen, and why recovery isn’t about doing less — it’s about doing the right things wit...
2025-11-181h 01
The Mark Divine ShowHow To Be Bold And Courageous with Ranjay Gulati In this insightful episode of The Mark Divine Show, Mark is joined by Ranjay Gulati, a renowned Harvard Business School professor and influential business thinker. Together, they explore the true meaning of courage, debunking Hollywood stereotypes and discussing insights from significant figures like Nelson Mandela and Steve Jobs. Ranjay shares his research on courage in business and leadership, and delves into his experiences from his new book, 'How to Be Bold'. The conversation touches on personal stories, historic examples, and practical strategies to develop courage in the face of uncertainty. Don't miss this compelling discussion!
2025-11-1159 min
The Mark Divine ShowUnlocking the Power of Art: Transformative Tools for Conscious Young Leaders with Rafael McMaster 200,000+ leaders have become unbeatable with my elite leadership operating system, will you be the next? Join The Unbeatable Leader Challenge Today: https://www.unbeatableleader.comIn this episode of the Mark Divine Show, host Mark Divine welcomes Rafael McMaster, a visionary creative director and youth mental health advocate. McMaster discusses the shortcomings of the education system in promoting creativity and self-awareness, and shares practical tools for emotional resilience. His non-profit, Indivisible Arts, helps youth cultivate mindfulness and creativity through art. The conversation covers the importance of integrating art into education, the development...
2025-11-0451 min
The Mark Divine ShowCurtis Morely Reveals The Secret To Pushing Through Hard Times 200,000+ leaders have become unbeatable with my operating system, will you be the next? Join The Unbeatable Leader Challenge Today: https://www.unbeatableleader.comIn this episode of the Mark Divine Show, Mark Divine interviews Curtis Morley, Wall Street Journal bestselling author, entrepreneur, and self-described emotion artist. They discuss the significance of understanding authentic emotions vs. counterfeit emotions and how these distinctions impact leadership, personal growth, and recovery. Curtis shares his insights into emotional intelligence, emotional development, and his personal journey from tech entrepreneur to helping leaders build high-integrity lives. They emphasize emotional...
2025-10-281h 07
The Mark Divine ShowPR Expert Anna Crowe Drops BIG TRUTH About Authenticity in PR 200,000+ leaders have become unbeatable with my operating system, will you be the next? Join The Unbeatable Leader Challenge Today: https://www.unbeatableleader.comUnlock your next level of strength, clarity, and resilience. Join the Unbeatable Mastery Tribe on Skool and train your mind, body, and spirit with proven tools from the Unbeatable Mind framework. Step into a community committed to growth, service, and mastery.👉 Join for FREE today and start forging your Unbeatable Mind: https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/about?ref=1a923afc32cd46168547585c83eea4ad
2025-09-3054 min