Mental Edge 110: Mad Jack Churchill: The Man Who Recalibrated Fear

2025-04-03

He charged into battle with a broadsword and bagpipes—and captured 42 German soldiers armed only with steel and sheer presence. In this episode, we break down the story of “Mad Jack” Churchill—not to celebrate madness, but to uncover the science behind his seemingly fearless courage. You’ll learn how exposure therapy works, why the SAID Principle matters for your mental fitness, and how to train your mind to act under pressure. This isn’t about eliminating fear. It’s about building the ability to move thro...

He charged into battle with a broadsword and bagpipes—and captured 42 German soldiers armed only with steel and sheer presence.

In this episode, we break down the story of “Mad Jack” Churchill—not to celebrate madness, but to uncover the science behind his seemingly fearless courage. You’ll learn how exposure therapy works, why the SAID Principle matters for your mental fitness, and how to train your mind to act under pressure.

This isn’t about eliminating fear. It’s about building the ability to move through it.

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