Ep. 148 | From Burn Victim to 4X Ironman with Shay Eskew

You have excuses on why you're not where you want to be. You have reasons and beliefs about the past, or what happened, or how you're not capable. But are these true —and furthermore, will you let them hold you back? Enter the latest Academy guest —Shay Eskew, who went from a tragic fire accident when he was 8 years old where over 70% of his body was impacted to become a 4X Ironman, top 1% in the world, Father of 5 and author, speaker and motivational trainer. During this conversation, you're going to discover: Why success is chasing lofty goals  Why declaration requires massive courage The power of trying new things every day Shay's 8-year-old moment that changed his life How to shift to gratitude instead of victim mode Why your challenge becomes your power Why daily action and patience create results How Shay turned tragedy into his superpower Why embracing obstacles will level up your life How to become a 4X Ironman and champion Why bold and lofty goals create character How to harness discipline when you're tired Embracing the pain of regret or commitment How to sharpen your mind for 10X growth QUOTES "Success is having the courage to pursue what most people wouldn't." - Shay Eskew "To find your passion in life, try something new." - Shay Eskew "Am I living a life of courage, a life that my kids and wife are proud of?" - Shay Eskew "It took me 3 years to lift my right arm over my head, because it was melted to my side." - Shay Eskew "Everywhere I went, people would stare at me." - Shay Eskew LINKS Shay Eskew Online What The Fire Ignited Book INTRODUCING THE 7 DAY MOMENTUM CHALLENGE! Next Monday, we start the 7 Day Momentum Challenge where I'm going to coach and train you for an entire week, so you can: Create massive clarity and delete the rest Release overwhelm and procrastination Step into peak emotional states every day Identify the needle movers for 10X results ...and best of all, feel like you're in a state of THRIVING and it's only a matter of time until your vision comes to life. And best of all —you get access to me and a like-minded community for FREE. Join us at ResistAverageChallenge.com/enroll-now! BECOME THE REVIEWER OF THE WEEK! Do you love the Academy podcast? Review us on iTunes moble or desktop and enter for your chance to win Reviewer Of The Week.