Mindset: Lessons from the Field

Gina Casazza
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Mindset: Lessons from the Field," hosted by Gina Casazza, children's author, comedian, filmmaker, and business owner, delves into her experiences from training with a Navy SEAL to facing kidnappings and overcoming personal health battles. This podcast unites former special ops veterans and extraordinary individuals to share their stories of resilience and mental toughness. Together, we aim to uncover what it really takes to push beyond our limits and embrace a never-quit mentality. Join our journey to harness untapped potential, master perseverance, and discover the strength of our minds. mindsetlessonsfromthefield.substack.com

  1. Michael “Sully” Sullivan – From Green Beret to Team Red, White & Blue | Mindset #99

    1D AGO

    Michael “Sully” Sullivan – From Green Beret to Team Red, White & Blue | Mindset #99

    After 23 years in U.S. Army Special Forces and six combat deployments, Michael “Sully” Sullivan didn’t walk away from service—he redirected it. In this episode of Mindset Lessons from the Field, Sully shares what elite military leadership really teaches you about teamwork, humility, resilience, and purpose—and how those lessons carry over into life after the uniform. We dive into: * What Green Beret selection reveals about who actually belongs on a team * Why leadership fails when ego takes over * How to lead without rank, authority, or control * The identity shock veterans face after leaving service * Building community, accountability, and purpose through Team Red, White & Blue * Preparing mentally before life delivers its hardest tests This episode isn’t just for veterans. It’s for leaders, nonprofit founders, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating transition or pressure—and looking for a way to lead, live, and serve with intention. If you want to build stronger teams, develop real mental toughness, and stay grounded when things get hard—this conversation delivers. Train your mind before life tests it. NEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY!!!Connect with Michael “Sully” Sullivan:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-s-985a8a2b/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mpsulli335Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sully_rwb/?hl=enTeam Red, White & Blue: https://teamrwb.org/michael-sullivanConnect with Mindset Lessons from the Field:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCukt91CDijj2-QMGQ_plwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetlessonsfromthefield/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsetlessonsfromfieldShow Sponsor: www.EmpowerLitNonprofit.org Be the Reason a Child Believes in Themselves!Show Sponsor: www.Spheremoji.com (Use code MINDSET for 10% off!) Get full access to Mindset Lessons from the Field at mindsetlessonsfromthefield.substack.com/subscribe

    53 min
  2. Cadre Dan: From 28 Years in Special Forces to Building Your Life Team | Mindset #98

    FEB 4

    Cadre Dan: From 28 Years in Special Forces to Building Your Life Team | Mindset #98

    In this episode of Mindset Lessons from the Field, Gina Casazza sits down with Cadre Dan—retired Green Beret Sergeant Major with 28 years in Special Forces—to break down what real teamwork actually looks like.From Special Forces selection and GoRuck events to fatherhood, leadership, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit work, Cadre Dan shares why life isn’t meant to be done alone—and why shared struggle builds the strongest bonds.You’ll learn:⏺ Why starting your day with something hard changes everything⏺ How teams are built through responsibility, not motivation⏺ The difference between suffering alone vs. suffering together⏺ What civilians can learn from Special Forces about leadership, resilience, and belongingThis episode is for anyone building something—your body, your mindset, a business, a nonprofit, or a family—and wondering how to keep going when it gets hard.NEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY!!!Connect with Cadre Dan:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-plants-1b1484303/Website: https://www.cadredan.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Cadredan/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cadredan/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCiuesR89XaiWnvJjlV3VGFg Connect with Mindset Lessons from the Field:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCukt91CDijj2-QMGQ_plwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetlessonsfromthefield/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsetlessonsfromfieldShow Sponsor: www.EmpowerLitNonprofit.org Be the Reason a Child Believes in Themselves!Show Sponsor: www.Spheremoji.com (Use code MINDSET for 10% off!) Get full access to Mindset Lessons from the Field at mindsetlessonsfromthefield.substack.com/subscribe

    1 hr
  3. Leadership Is Overrated—Here’s What Actually Works

    JAN 30

    Leadership Is Overrated—Here’s What Actually Works

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    18 min
  4. Joe Byerly – Write It Down: How Reflection Builds Better Leaders | Mindset #97

    JAN 28

    Joe Byerly – Write It Down: How Reflection Builds Better Leaders | Mindset #97

    After 20 years in the U.S. Army, Joe Byerly learned a powerful truth: real growth doesn’t come from rank or recognition—it comes from reflection. In this episode, Joe shares how journaling, reading, and self-awareness transformed his leadership, helped him transition out of the military, and led to the creation of From the Green Notebook. We talk identity loss after service, the discipline of writing things down, why resistance shows up when you’re on the right path, and how reflection can help anyone—military or civilian—live and lead better. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from who you’re becoming… this episode is for you! One takeaway says it all: Write it down. NEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY!!!Connect with Joe Byerly:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-byerly-bb67a377/Website: https://fromthegreennotebook.com/Podcast: https://fromthegreennotebook.com/podcasts/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fromthegreennotebook/Connect with Mindset Lessons from the Field:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCukt91CDijj2-QMGQ_plwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetlessonsfromthefield/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsetlessonsfromfieldShow Sponsor: www.EmpowerLitNonprofit.org Be the Reason a Child Believes in Themselves!Show Sponsor: www.Spheremoji.com (Use code MINDSET for 10% off!) Get full access to Mindset Lessons from the Field at mindsetlessonsfromthefield.substack.com/subscribe

    55 min
  5. Matt & Monica Spellicy – Rising Through Unthinkable Loss | Mindset #96

    JAN 21

    Matt & Monica Spellicy – Rising Through Unthinkable Loss | Mindset #96

    Matt and Monica Spellicy share one of the most powerful stories ever told on Mindset Lessons from the Field. From Monica’s 17 years of sobriety after surviving domestic abuse… to Matt navigating brutal custody battles… to the unimaginable loss of their children in a tragic accident — this episode is about choosing strength when life shatters you. They open up about: • Healing after trauma • Why forgiveness matters • How faith and fitness saved them • Teaching kids resilience through pain • Refusing the victim mindset • Turning suffering into purpose This conversation is raw, honest, and deeply inspiring.If you’ve ever wondered how to keep going when life hits hardest — this episode is for you. Listen now and train your mindset like a warrior. NEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY!!! Connect with Matt & Monica Spellicy: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spellicy6/ Website: https://themattandmonicapodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554798899382 YouTube: youtube.com/@TheMattAndMonicaPodcast Connect with Mindset Lessons from the Field: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCukt91CDijj2-QMGQ_plw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetlessonsfromthefield/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsetlessonsfromfield Show Sponsor: www.EmpowerLitNonprofit.org Be the Reason a Child Believes in Themselves! Show Sponsor: www.Spheremoji.com (Use code MINDSET for 10% off!) Get full access to Mindset Lessons from the Field at mindsetlessonsfromthefield.substack.com/subscribe

    58 min
  6. Justin Litko – Green Beret Leadership, Civilian vs Team Mentality & Discipline That Wins | Mindset #95

    JAN 14

    Justin Litko – Green Beret Leadership, Civilian vs Team Mentality & Discipline That Wins | Mindset #95

    In this episode of Mindset Lessons from the Field, I sit down with former U.S. Army Green Beret Justin Litko — a Special Forces medic turned executive leader — to break down what truly separates elite performers from everyone else. Justin shares his journey from Ranger Battalion to Special Forces, his transition into corporate leadership, and the mindset shifts required to thrive outside the military. We dive into: • Civilian mentality vs team mentality• Why discipline beats motivation every time• How to build real accountability• Leadership mistakes that destroy teams• Taking smart risks when everything feels uncertain• Why loyalty and credibility still win in business• Daily mindset habits that create long-term success Justin also opens up about his toughest moments, how he avoided quitting, and what young leaders must develop to stand out in today’s world. If you’re building a business, leading a team, or just trying to level up your life — this episode will challenge you to think differently, act stronger, and lead better. Listen now and train your mindset like a warrior. NEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY!!! Connect with Justin Litko:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-litko/Connect with Mindset Lessons from the Field:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCukt91CDijj2-QMGQ_plw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetlessonsfromthefield/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsetlessonsfromfield Show Sponsor: https://www.EmpowerLitNonprofit.org (Help increase literacy & self-esteem building in our children today!) Show Sponsor: https://www.Spheremoji.com (Use code MINDSET for 10% off!) Get full access to Mindset Lessons from the Field at mindsetlessonsfromthefield.substack.com/subscribe

    50 min
  7. Book Club Week 1 Recap

    12/16/2025

    Book Club Week 1 Recap

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    21 min
  8. Aaron Peña — Discipline, Purpose & the SEAL Mindset – Mindset #94

    11/19/2025

    Aaron Peña — Discipline, Purpose & the SEAL Mindset – Mindset #94

    Aaron Peña spent 20 years as a Navy SEAL, team leader, and BUD/S instructor. In this conversation, he breaks down the mindset that carried him through combat, fatherhood, transition, and building a new mission after the Teams. He shares what discipline really looks like, how to prepare for big life changes, why self-image matters more than motivation, and the daily habits that keep you steady when life gets loud. If you’re looking for simple, practical ways to get tougher, think clearer, and lead yourself better — this episode is a blueprint. NEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY!!! Connect with Aaron Pena:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-pena73/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_pena7/Website: https://www.compass.com/agents/aaron-pena/Connect with Mindset Lessons from the Field:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCukt91CDijj2-QMGQ_plw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetlessonsfromthefield/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsetlessonsfromfield Show Sponsor: www.EmpowerLitNonprofit.org (Help increase literacy & self-esteem building in our children today!) Get full access to Mindset Lessons from the Field at mindsetlessonsfromthefield.substack.com/subscribe

    55 min
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Mindset: Lessons from the Field," hosted by Gina Casazza, children's author, comedian, filmmaker, and business owner, delves into her experiences from training with a Navy SEAL to facing kidnappings and overcoming personal health battles. This podcast unites former special ops veterans and extraordinary individuals to share their stories of resilience and mental toughness. Together, we aim to uncover what it really takes to push beyond our limits and embrace a never-quit mentality. Join our journey to harness untapped potential, master perseverance, and discover the strength of our minds. mindsetlessonsfromthefield.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Gina Casazza
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    103
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Mindset Lessons from the Field
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    Mindset: Lessons from the Field

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