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Ep. 332 Anagoge: Turning the Struggle-Bus into a Climb

The "struggle bus." Maybe you've been there before. Maybe you're there right now. In this episode, Nik explores how setbacks in training and progression can become fuel for long-term growth. He shares the story of his former student, Ted, whose early struggles in the T-34 became a ladder rather than a ceiling—illustrating the concept of anagoge; being led upward through difficulty.

Nik unpacks how choosing friction over comfort, embracing incremental improvement, and accepting increasing responsibility can compound into meaningful growth over time. He also challenges leaders to cultivate…

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