Making Every Moment Intentional with Chris Stricklin

The Dream Beyond with Nik Tarascio

Beyond the first dream, which is often about external success, you must find a life goal. This has to be a life goal that is always present with you, no matter what you achieve. It has to be something that cannot be actually completed — life is about striving towards that forever. I’m grateful that Chris Stricklin has helped me grasp this reflection in our conversation.

Chris Stricklin is a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, two times best-selling author, company president, proud father of 4, and dedicated husband to his high school sweetheart. I saw Chris speak at a conference, and it really moved me, which is why I invited him to the podcast. Today he shares his thoughts on achieving goals, defining success, surviving trauma, living intentionally, and becoming better every day. My hope is that while listening to this episode, you get at least one little nugget of wisdom. If you hear something that inspires you to change your life, please go for it. You will grow from this talk as much as we did.

“Put yourself around people that challenge you in different ways, sometimes in uncomfortable ways.” -Chris Stricklin

In This Episode:

- Becoming a pilot in the U.S. Air Force

- Chris’ first dream

- Work and life balance in the long term

- Advice for people looking for their next dream

- Defining success in your own terms

- His creative process when writing books

- Dealing with trauma and triggers

- Chris’ dream beyond

Resources:

Book “Survivor's Obligation: Navigating an Intentional Life” by Chris Stricklin and Joel Neeb

Connect with Chris Stricklin:

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Connect with Nik Tarascio:

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