Episode Description
In this episode of the Get Obsessed podcast, Dan Millman joins Julie Lokun and Mika Altidor to explore the ideas behind The Way of the Peaceful Warrior and how they have shaped his approach to Personal development.
A former world champion athlete, coach, martial arts instructor, and author, Dan shares the experiences that inspired his most famous work and the real story behind Socrates.
From surviving a devastating motorcycle accident to building a 50-year marriage, Dan explains how adversity can become a source of strength, why Happiness is something we practice rather than wait for, and how small steps can create lasting change. He also explores purpose, comparison, meditation, stress, and the importance of trusting your own path rather than following someone else's.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The truth behind Socrates and the story of Way of the Peaceful Warrior
- What it really means to live as a Peaceful Warrior through everyday challenges
- How adversity can become a source of strength, wisdom, and personal growth
- Finding your own path through experimentation, self-discovery, and personal growth
- Moving beyond comparison and learning to trust your own path and progress
- Understanding happiness as a practice rather than something we have to wait for
- Living with purpose by focusing on the small steps we can take today
Dan Millman is a former world champion athlete, university coach, martial arts instructor, and college professor who has spent decades teaching principles of personal development and purposeful living. He is the author of 18 books, including Way of the Peaceful Warrior, which has inspired millions of readers and was adapted into the feature film Peaceful Warrior.
After a 20-year period of studying with different mentors and teachers, Dan developed what he calls the Peaceful Warrior’s Way. His work focuses on practical approaches to personal growth, purpose, resilience, and living with greater awareness. His books have been published in 29 languages, and he continues to speak through keynotes, seminars, workshops, and other educational programs.
MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:
- (Book) Way of the Peaceful Warrior - https://peacefulwarrior.com/way-of-the-peaceful-warrior/
- (Book) Peaceful Heart, Warrior Spirit: The True Story of My Spiritual Quest - https://peacefulwarrior.com/peaceful-heart-warrior-spirit/
- (Book) The Four Purposes of Life - https://peacefulwarrior.com/the-four-purposes-of-life/
- (Book) The Life You Were Born to Live - https://peacefulwarrior.com/the-life-you-were-born-to-live/
- (Film) Peaceful Warrior - https://www.amazon.com/Peaceful-Warrior-Widescreen-Scott-Mechlowicz/dp/B000QEIOSU
- Website: https://peacefulwarrior.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialpeacefulwarrior/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danmillmanpw/
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