{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"EPS. 28: Stephan Kesting - Frozen Ground, Unbroken Spirit: The Fight Against the Odds","description":"Today, we take an unforgettable journey into the frozen grounds of resilience with our guest, Stephen Kesting. Stephen is not only a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt and renowned martial arts educator but also an intrepid adventurer whose life story combines the thrill of wilderness survival with profound insights into personal strength and perseverance. In this episode, Stephen recounts his gripping survival journey through the subarctic wilderness, a story captured in his book &quot;Perseverance: Life and Death in the Subarctic.&quot; We explore themes of mental toughness, the dichotomy between happiness and satisfaction, and the parallels between wilderness survival and tackling life's adversities.&amp;nbsp; Join us as we delve into the lessons learned from striking out into the wild, embracing adversity, and finding strength through endurance. &amp;nbsp; Key Takeaways:   Embrace Self-Doubt: Recognizing self doubt as a natural part of challenging situations allows you to acknowledge and overcome it. It's not about denying it, but about seeing it for what it really is \u2013 a temporary visitor.   Preparation is Key: Whether tackling major projects or surviving the wild, preparation is paramount. This includes research, planning, and acknowledging potential pitfalls while having contingency plans ready.   Satisfaction Over Happiness: Success isn\u2019t always about immediate happiness. It\u2019s about the satisfaction of achieving long-term goals and overcoming obstacles, which can be a greater guide in life's journey.   &amp;nbsp; Steven Kesting: https:\/\/www.grapplearts.com Youtube: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/StephanKesting &amp;nbsp; This episode of the ARCHITECT of RESILIENCE podcast is available on Apple, Spotify &amp;amp; YouTube, and is sponsored by: @marekhealth : Performance. Longevity. Optimization. \ud83d\udd2c Use code RESILIENCE for 10% off your first bloodwork at https:\/\/marekhealth.com\/chrisduffin @naboso_technology : The Foundation of Movement. \ud83e\uddb6\ud83c\udffcUse Code RESILIENCE for 20% off your first order at&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.naboso.com &amp;nbsp; Contents: 00:00 &quot;Martial Arts Mentor: Stephen Kesting&quot; 06:57 Embracing the Pit: A Journey 13:02 Wilderness Grief Processing Journey 23:03 Optimizing Health with Merrick Health 30:49 Business Continuity Planning Exercise 39:13 Training Strategy and Cardio Benefits 44:36 Alarming Blood Test Results 54:27 Cold Water Thermogenesis and Rehab Benefits 01:07:31 Self-Doubt and Injury Reflections 01:09:50 &quot;Balancing Recovery and Minor Setbacks&quot; 01:19:42 Blogged Journey Became a Book &amp;nbsp; Learn &amp;amp; Connect at https:\/\/chrisduffin.com\/ \u2022 SHOP: Explore my books and products in the store. \u2022 EDUCATE: Unlock access to my incredible Education Portal featuring hundreds of hours of courses and thousands of guided movement videos, all conveniently indexed for easy navigation.&amp;nbsp; Plus, dive into a wealth of articles on supplements, peptides, and training. \u2022 CONNECT: Join my FREE community to engage with like-minded individuals. Don't miss out on these valuable resources\u2014visit now and take your performance to the next evolution\u2026 the Endless Evolution! &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Architect of Resilience","author_url":"http:\/\/kabukistrengthchat.libsyn.com\/site","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/35954885\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/186484165"}