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Can't Hurt Me

Written by: David Goggins
Narrated by: David Goggins, Adam Skolnick
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Publisher's Summary

New York Times best-seller. Over five million copies sold

For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare--poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a US Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force tactical air controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events, inspiring Outside magazine to name him the Fittest (Real) Man in America.

In Can't Hurt Me, he shares his astonishing life story and reveals that most of us tap into only 40 percent of our capabilities. Goggins calls this The 40% Rule, and his story illuminates a path that anyone can follow to push past pain, demolish fear, and reach their full potential.

An annotated edition of Can't Hurt Me, offering over two hours of bonus content featuring deeper insights and never-before-told stories shared by David. Not available in other formats.

©2018 Goggins Built Not Born, LLC (P)2018 Goggins Built Not Born, LLC

"David's story is captivating. He tells that story, bares his soul, and provides the principles and techniques he used to overcome obstacles and roadblocks. "

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About the Creator

David Goggins is a retired US Navy SEAL and is the only member of the US Armed Forces to complete SEAL training (including two Hell Weeks), the US Army Ranger school (where he graduated as Enlisted Honor Man), and US Air Force Tactical Air Controller training.

An accomplished endurance athlete, Goggins has completed more than 60 ultra-marathons, triathlons, and ultra-triathlons, setting new course records and regularly placing in the top five. He once held the Guinness World Record for pull-ups, completing 4,030 in 17 hours. He’s now a public speaker and has shared his story with hundreds of thousands of students across the US, numerous professional sports teams, and the staff at US Fortune 500 companies.

About the Co-Creator

Adam Skolnick is an author and journalist covering sports, adventure, travel, the environment, and human rights. His work has appeared in The New York Times, Outside, Lonely Planet, BBC.com, ESPN.com, and Wired.

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Very enjoyable and extreme

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It provided an amazing story (seriously didn't think stuff like that was possible) and overall good advice.

I'd warn people the first chapter or two are heavy and detailed on child abuse and domestic violence. It adds to the story, but I wish I expected it more.

I think one of the general themes of pushing yourself so hard you get extreme physical injuries isn't the best for one's future health. I saw this as a traumatized, powerless boy who grew into a man addicted to hurting himself through extreme exercise to gain the control/power his father took from his. Perhaps that is not the case, but either way it is an interesting book.

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Inspires a person to become driven

His life story, reflecting his need to be uncommon among uncommon men, proves a person is capable of far more than most of us dream possible. I gave it five stars because it's a high quality production with high value content. Hearing his story makes me believe I can change my story!

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Incredible courage David! and great work Adam!!

Keep going...there is no finish line...
I will be “running” this life beside you brother...✌️

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Best biography I've ever heard/read

Insane. Absolutely insane.
Not Goggins, no labels here. but the drive and what we all leave behind on the table. I up and did a 5km run with no breaks after a long time with no cardio exercise. Not a ton to most but a massive milestone for myself. Please listen to this book. It carries the power to change your life today, because you have that power.

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Life Changing

Absolute rewire of my brain. I first read this book and couldn't put it down. After finishing I downloaded the audio-book and frequently listen to improve mental toughness. I also enjoy the pod-cast like inserts between chapters with Goggins himself it provides a self reflection / guidance section that I would say has revolutionized the audio-book industry completely.

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Supernatural!!

This book has changed me in more ways than one.
A broken boy he was yet today, a hero’s Hero!
I will recommend this book as a self-help material to my patients.

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Great audio book/podcast

I usually don't write reviews but this book was so good that I had to pay it justice. I'm going to listen to it again!

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Terrific

Truly inspiring and thought provoking.

David's story is captivating. He tells that story, bares his soul, and provides the principles and techniques he used to overcome obstacles and roadblocks.

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David Goggins can’t hurt me

This is the greatest book I’ve ever read or listened to and it has changed my life I’m a changed and better person. I am an 14 year old tennis player and my mindset is unstoppable

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Motivational

I heard David Goggins story first on a podcast. That got me into this book. And I was not disappointed at all. Good read.

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