The Impossible Life

Nick Surface & Garrett Unclebach
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God created men in the greatness of His image. Yet so many men are weak, lost, confused, and afraid. The Impossible Life is a rally cry for men to wake up and remember who they’re made to be. Former Navy SEAL Garrett Unclebach and marketing expert Nick Surface challenge men to rise above mediocrity and embrace their true purpose. Through Biblically-based content & training, they help men become the strong, fearless leaders they were made to be. Future generations need great men now. Are you one of them?

  1. 2D AGO

    270. Belief Warfare: Winning the Battle in Your Mind

    Your beliefs are shaping your life far more than your circumstances ever will. In this episode, Garrett and Nick break down how your internal belief system is formed, why most people never challenge it, and how hidden belief patterns quietly limit your potential as a man of God. If you’ve ever wondered why you keep running into the same walls in relationships, work, or personal growth, this conversation uncovers the roots beneath the surface. You’ll learn the simple but powerful formula behind belief formation, how unregulated emotions hijack your thinking, and why acting on truth (not feelings) is the only path to lasting change. Garrett unpacks three of the most common destructive beliefs men carry (“I’m powerless,” “I must perform to be loved,” and “Life should be fair”) and shows you how to replace them with strong, biblical foundations that actually produce transformation.  This episode is a blueprint for renewing your mind: regulating emotions, identifying false narratives, and intentionally walking out the beliefs God calls you to hold. If you want to become the man you were designed to be, it starts by rewriting the beliefs that shape everything you do. Tune in and begin the process today. Join a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here. Sign up for the 2026 New Year's Day Ice Bath event here Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking here Get the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking here Join us in Mindset Mastery by clicking here If you're a man that wants real accountability and training to be a leader, click here. Level up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking here GET IN TOUCH Social Media - @theimpossiblelife Email - info@theimpossible.life

    59 min

  2. 6D AGO

    269. Conflict Done Right: How to Protect Your Mission, Marriage, and Relationships

    Conflict is unavoidable but doing it well is a skill that separates healthy relationships from dysfunctional ones, strong leaders from weak ones, and mission-driven men from passive drifters.  In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Garrett and Nick break down how to handle conflict like a leader, not a reactor. They explore why conflict isn’t a sign something is wrong, it’s a sign something matters. You’ll learn how to pick your battles, protect your mission, separate personal offense from real problems, and create clarity instead of chaos. This episode is packed with practical tools, biblical insight, leadership principles, and real-world examples from marriage, family, business, and spiritual life. Join a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here. Sign up for the 2026 New Year's Day Ice Bath event here Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking here Get the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking here Join us in Mindset Mastery by clicking here If you're a man that wants real accountability and training to be a leader, click here. Level up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking here GET IN TOUCH Social Media - @theimpossiblelife Email - info@theimpossible.life

    29 min

  3. DEC 15

    268. Built to Win: How to Uncover the Winning Philosophy God Hardwired Into You

    In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Garrett and Nick unpack one of the most important concepts for living a focused, purpose-driven life: your winning philosophy—the unique combination of beliefs, strengths, endurance, and principles that determine where you succeed and where you struggle. Nick shares how he recently discovered his own winning philosophy — a pattern that had been showing up in his life long before he ever had language for it. Nick breaks down his own, revealing how understanding his natural wiring transformed the way he leads and helps others rise. This episode will help you stop wasting time on pursuits you can’t win at… and stop quitting the ones God designed you to win. This episode goes in depth into the 4 elements of a winning philosophy. They are: Beliefs — what you really believe, proven by your actionsGiftings — your natural inclinations, strengths, and advantagesEndurance — how long you can stay in the fightPrinciples — the patterns and truths you observe through experience Join a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here. Sign up for the 2026 New Year's Day Ice Bath event here Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking here Get the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking here Join us in Mindset Mastery by clicking here If you're a man that wants real accountability and training to be a leader, click here. Level up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking here GET IN TOUCH Social Media - @theimpossiblelife Email - info@theimpossible.life

    47 min

  4. DEC 12

    267. The Passivity Trap: 7 Lies Keeping Men Weak

    In this powerful shortcast of The Impossible Life Podcast, Garrett and Nick expose one of the most dangerous forces shaping modern men: passivity. Drawing from Scripture, real leadership experience, and hard-earned battlefield lessons, they dismantle the seven lies that keep men stuck, ineffective, and spiritually asleep. Modern culture celebrates “go with the flow” attitudes, conflict avoidance, and emotional softness — but none of that looks like Jesus. Garrett reminds us that Christ was never passive. He confronted lies, protected truth, and led with courage. Real masculinity creates strength, protection, and flourishing — not weakness or drift.  Inside this episode, you’ll discover: The Top 7 Passive Lies Men Believe Each lie is unpacked with practical examples and Biblical clarity:“I’m just being patient.” Learn the difference between godly patience and spiritual laziness.“I don’t want to make things worse.” How fear of conflict quietly destroys families, marriages, and leadership.“I’m just laid back.” Why “laid back” can actually be a denial of responsibility.“It’s not a big deal.” The massive danger of minimizing problems.“I don’t feel motivated.” How children follow feelings — men follow truth.“I don’t want to be controlling.” Why real leadership is invitation, not domination.“If God wants it to change, He’ll change it.” One of the most damaging forms of spiritual passivity. Join a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here. Sign up for the 2026 New Year's Day Ice Bath event here Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking here Get the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking here Join us in Mindset Mastery by clicking here If you're a man that wants real accountability and training to be a leader, click here. Level up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking here GET IN TOUCH Social Media - @theimpossiblelife Email - info@theimpossible.life

    34 min

  5. DEC 8

    266. The Unseen Forces Shaping Every Decision You Make with Dr. Robi Sonderegger

    In this powerful and deeply insightful episode, Dr. Robi Sonderegger joins Garrett and Nick for his third appearance on The Impossible Life Podcast—and this conversation may be his most impactful yet. Together, they expose the invisible forces—your beliefs—that quietly dictate your identity, your decisions, your relationships, and ultimately the direction of your entire life. Drawing from psychology, neuroscience, Scripture, and lived experience, the guys explore:Where your beliefs actually come fromHow emotion cements beliefs into your identityWhy most people never question their limiting beliefsHow to identify beliefs that are silently sabotaging your growthThe only two ways beliefs ever change: experience and revelationHow God can supernaturally rewire what you believe in a momentThis episode is equal parts practical, spiritual, and transformational—packed with stories, humor, depth, and life-changing clarity. For more information on Dr Robi, go to https://www.drrobi.com/. Join a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here. Sign up for the 2026 New Year's Day Ice Bath event here Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking here Get the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking here Join us in Mindset Mastery by clicking here If you're a man that wants real accountability and training to be a leader, click here. Level up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking here GET IN TOUCH Social Media - @theimpossiblelife Email - info@theimpossible.life

    53 min

  6. DEC 5

    265. Dismantling Our Favorite Lies - Authentic Self

    Identity is the glass ceiling of your life. You will never outperform what you believe about who you are. In this powerful episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Garrett Unclebach and Nick Surface expose one of the most dangerous lies in modern culture: “Just be authentic.” Culture has reframed feelings as identity and told men that their current state is a virtue.“I’m just being honest.”“That’s just who I am.”“I need validation.” What sounds empowering actually destroys grit, responsibility, and maturity.Garrett and Nick unpack why authenticity without authority leads to narcissism, selfishness, and emotional fragility. True identity doesn’t come from feelings — it comes from authority. And there is no higher authority than God and His Word. Garrett shares his own story of leaving the military and rediscovering parts of himself he had buried for the mission — and why the popular “just accept yourself” message is incomplete and often harmful. There’s a part of your identity you must embrace, and a part you must go to war against. This episode gives men a biblical foundation for identity, the tools to build confidence without pride, and a roadmap for transformation rooted in Scripture and authority — not emotion. Join a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here. Sign up for the 2026 New Year's Day Ice Bath event here Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking here Get the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking here Join us in Mindset Mastery by clicking here If you're a man that wants real accountability and training to be a leader, click here. Level up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking here GET IN TOUCH Social Media - @theimpossiblelife Email - info@theimpossible.life

    26 min

  7. DEC 1

    264. How to Live the Most Purposeful Year of Your Life

    Quitters Day or Purpose Day? Designing a Year You Don’t Walk Away From If you want this to be the most purposeful year of your life, you can’t drift into it — you have to design it. In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Garrett and Nick break down how to actually build a year rooted in purpose, clarity, and God-given direction. Using the Purpose Playbook framework, they explain why so many people lose sight of purpose, fall into distractions, and quit on their goals by the second Friday of January which is known as “Quitters Day.” More importantly, they show you how to avoid it and turn your year into a mission, not a mess of side quests. In This Episode You’ll Learn: Why Most People Never Live PurposefullySide quests consume their timeTheir why isn’t strong enoughThey set goals based on emotion, not callingThey rely on motivation instead of mission2. What Purpose Really Is Your purpose is where: What’s in your heart meetsWhat God has put in your handPurpose isn’t something you discover once, it’s something you align your life to daily. 3. Vision: The World You Wish to Create. They explain how vision comes from seeing the mind of God in the presence of God. You need vision for all 8 domains of life: SpiritualMarriageFamilyFriendshipsHealthFinancesBusinessRest4. Priorities: What You’re Least Willing to Fail At. Nick walks through how to think about your time, energy, and resources based on seasons of life — and how priorities anchor you in discipline instead of distraction. 5. Rules for Growth Real growth isn’t magical or instant. It’s measurable. How to track and evaluate your progressWhy consistency beats intensityWhy clarity removes overwhelm6. Setting Goals the Right Way Stop setting goals based only on outcomesStart setting process-based goalsLet your goals flow from:VisionPurposePrioritiesCore ValuesYour core values serve as the safety check — if a goal violates a value, it’s not from God. 7. Time Management for Purpose Nick breaks down how to structure your: Daily actionsWeekly rhythmsMonthly alignments…so that the main thing stays the main thing. This episode is packed and it will have you thinking about your next 12 months entirely different. Join a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here. Sign up for the 2026 New Year's Day Ice Bath event here Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking here Get the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking here Join us in Mindset Mastery by clicking here If you're a man that wants real accountability and training to be a leader, click here. Level up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking here GET IN TOUCH Social Media - @theimpossiblelife Email - info@theimpossible.life

    1h 3m

  8. NOV 28

    263. How to Think Strategically: The Skill Every Great Leader Masters

    In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Garrett Unclebach and Nick Surface break down one of the most valuable — and rare — abilities in leadership: strategic thinking. Most people react. Few people think. Strategic thinking is the discipline of stepping back, seeing the whole picture, and identifying what really matters so you can make decisions that have lasting impact, not just short-term comfort. Garrett shares how this mindset has been one of his greatest assets and how learning to zoom in and out of problems changes your performance in every area of life. Nick dives into the practical tools for developing this skill, from managing your time and asking better questions to practicing reverse stress testing — simplifying until it’s not true. If you want to stop living reactively and start leading intentionally, this episode will teach you how to think at a higher level.  In This Episode You’ll Learn:What strategic thinking really means and why it’s essential for leadershipThe 3 questions strategic thinkers always ask:Where are we? – Developing awareness and reality-based evaluationWhere are we going? – Defining purpose and directionWhat matters most right now? – Prioritizing for maximum impactHow to zoom in and out to gain clarity under pressureThe art of simplifying until it’s not true — breaking complexity down without losing truthThe difference between planning and plans — how to adapt when things changeWhy imagination and evaluation are the hidden engines of great leadership Join a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here. Sign up for the 2026 New Year's Day Ice Bath event here Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking here Get the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking here Join us in Mindset Mastery by clicking here If you're a man that wants real accountability and training to be a leader, click here. Level up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking here GET IN TOUCH Social Media - @theimpossiblelife Email - info@theimpossible.life

    32 min
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God created men in the greatness of His image. Yet so many men are weak, lost, confused, and afraid. The Impossible Life is a rally cry for men to wake up and remember who they’re made to be. Former Navy SEAL Garrett Unclebach and marketing expert Nick Surface challenge men to rise above mediocrity and embrace their true purpose. Through Biblically-based content & training, they help men become the strong, fearless leaders they were made to be. Future generations need great men now. Are you one of them?

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  • Creator
    Nick Surface & Garrett Unclebach
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    268
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Nick Surface & Garrett Unclebach
  • Show Website
    The Impossible Life

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