Everything I've done in my life, I didn't want to do; I built my willpower through years of suffering and hard work.

I never liked being at the mercy of anyone else, which drove my desire to create my own path and not be told what to do by parents, teachers, or bosses.

I was born with a brain that struggles to learn, and I had to develop a strong sense of self-discipline to overcome my past and become who I am today. This journey has been about extracting greatness from my struggles.

The unseen work is what motivates me; I don't need external validation because I know what I've accomplished on my own.

My parents gave me a lot of freedom during my childhood, allowing me to explore and develop my interests, which I believe was crucial for my success.

I started to enjoy the process of pushing my limits and seeing what the human mind is capable of during my training.

Self-reliance is a common issue among high achievers, who often feel they must solve problems alone. Learning to delegate and trust others can unlock team potential.

People often focus on my physical achievements, but my success comes from the countless hours I spent teaching myself to read and write.

After my first 100-mile race, I realized I had been underachieving my entire life, and that experience taught me what is possible.