Introduction to Mental Alchemy Ever felt like life melted you down just to see what you’re made of? I’ve been there… lying flat on my back after yet another surgery, stripped of my strength, dignity, and purpose. But that moment became my forge. That’s when I discovered the real power of mental alchemy. This article dives into a transformational pr…

Warrior Mind Podcast 723 Introduction To Overcoming Fear Fear doesn’t always kick down the door screaming. Sometimes, it tiptoes in dressed as hesitation, perfectionism, or the need to get everything “just right.” It whispers in your ear: What if you fail? What will they think? Maybe you’re not ready yet. And before you know it, you’re paralyzed, s…

Introduction to Achieving Self-Actualization The Hidden Battle Behind Success You can have the six-figure career, the family, the body, the house… and still feel something’s missing. That’s the silent battle most high-achieving men face. You’ve climbed the mountain, but instead of peace at the peak, you find… emptiness. A sense that something deepe…

Hi, I’m Gregg Swanson, a guide to mental resilience and spiritual evolution. My adventures…from high-pressure sales environments to steep cliff faces…have shown me the transformative power of discipline and mindset. Let’s embark on a journey to create a life you love by looking at the principles for living Introduction to Principles for Living We l…

Life Will Break You—Unless You Learn to Break Through Let’s get one thing straight: adversity isn’t optional. If you’re a high-achieving man between 35 and 55—burned out, stuck in a performance rut, or just plain tired of chasing success while feeling empty inside—then you already know life can feel like a constant battle. But here’s what separates…

Introduction Do your thoughts sometimes feel like a runaway train—racing fast, loud, and always headed in the wrong direction? If you’ve ever caught yourself spiraling into self-doubt, negative thinking, or mental burnout… you’re not alone. And it’s not your fault. Your brain has been wired by years of habit, repetition, and subconscious programmin…

You don’t have a motivation problem. You have a system problem. That might sting a little, but hear me out: if you’re the type of man who sets big goals but still struggles with consistency, the problem isn’t ambition—it’s understanding the science of motivation and how to use it. Most high-achievers burn out not because they lack grit, but because…

Hello! I’m Gregg Swanson, a transformation coach with a knack for turning obstacles into opportunities. My journey has included surviving extreme situations like an avalanche, excelling in high-pressure sales roles, and coaching clients for over 20 years. Today, I’m excited to share the lessons I’ve learned about resilience and mental strength with…

An obstacle is a stumbling block. It tries to prevent you from achieving your goals. To move forward in life, you have to overcome the barriers. Setting goals is one side of the coin, but you also need to achieve them. Obstacles usually come around when you’re at that point of execution. It is when you’re busy working on goals that you encounter ob…

How you do anything is how you do everything. If you cut corners in the gym, you cut corners in life. If you push through pain in a workout, you push through adversity in life. Introduction to How Fitness Helps with Life Goals “Show me how you train, and I’ll show you how you live.” This isn’t just a saying—it’s a fundamental truth. The habits you …