Perspective is one of the key elements of making it through BUD/S. It is also one of the key elements in defeating temptation. If a BUD/S candidate can only see (in the midst of misery) his pain and suffering, he will most definitely quit- or DOR (drop on request). When we are faced with a tempting moment, we must see…
Self control plays a vital role in battling temptations. What words come to your mind when you hear the words “self control.” For some of us, we roll our eyes and think of our many failed New Years resolution attempts. For others, words such as “willpower,” “confidence,” and “determination” cross our minds. For me, I build self control one small…
Can I be honest? Temptation sucks. No matter how old you are, how rich or poor you are or what your education level, no one is immune to temptation. All human beings are tempted in one way or another (cheating, quitting, stealing, feeding habits, lying, etc.). The key is not trying to avoid being tempted, but it is HOW we…
