126: How to Move Forward, Lead and Win with Dakota Meyer

Dakota Meyer knows a thing or two about how to move forward and overcoming adversity. That's why it was a great experience to have him on the newest episode of The Squad Room. A short review of Dakota's life shows you some of the major obstacles he has confronted and overcome by accepting his reality:  The Battle of Ganjgal where he lost four friends and earned the Medal of Honor.  Feeling listless and without purpose after leaving the military.  Being awarded the Medal of Honor for what he feels is his biggest failure.  Accepting help after pulling the trigger on a suicide attempt.  Dealing with a high-profile divorce filmed for a reality TV show.  His diagnosis with PTSD.  In this episode you'll learn:  Why it's important to shed the deadweight of meaningless friendships.  How he pushes himself mentally into new territory.  Why he decided to go back into public service by becoming a firefighter.  Why negativity has no place in your future plans.  In this episode, Dakota lays out his prescription for leading a meaningful life, while also throwing down some hard truths about what it means to be a public servant and why you and I need to do better. Dakota is a huge supporter of law enforcement but he's also a critical thinker who makes some valid points. If you're the kind of cop that gets defensive at any criticism, let this be your trigger warning.  But he's not wrong.  Check out the episode at any of the links below.  Follow him on Instagram @dakotameyer0317 Check out Flipside Canvas for some cool wall art.  Dakota's Front Toward Enemy Podcast on Apple   A special thanks to Signature Coins for sponsoring this episode. If you're in the market for a great challenge coin like these. Use the coupon code "thesquadroom" to get $50 off your first order.  Check out our store! Go to thesquadroom.net by selecting "shop" or going straight to aworthycauselife.com In fact, our best seller this week is a shirt I call "Greater than the Critic" and it is inspired by the work we're doing in the midst of this challenging time.