E158: From Ranger to Coach: Chris Nastasi on Leadership, Legacy, and Life Lessons

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In this compelling episode, Scott Groves sits down with Chris Nastasi, a former Army Ranger who has transitioned into a role as a performance coach, to explore a journey filled with resilience, leadership, and personal evolution. Chris shares his inspiring story, from his initial decision to join the Army motivated by the events of September 11, through the demanding training and deployments with the Ranger Regiment, emphasizing the critical lessons learned and the unbreakable bonds formed. The conversation covers the complexities of adapting from the structured, high-intensity world of the military to civilian life, where Chris has found his calling in helping others achieve their highest potential. He focuses on empowering fathers and individuals to balance professional success with personal fulfillment, drawing on his own experiences to guide them. They also discuss the influence of cinematic narratives like "The Patriot" on Chris's perspective on resilience, fatherhood, and the essence of the warrior within. This episode offers a profound look into the journey of self-discovery, the impact of service, and the continuous pursuit of excellence.

I am a husband, a father of two, Veteran, and coach.

Married to my amazing wife going on 8 years in June. We have two kids (boy 4 and girl 2.5).

Grew up on Long Island, New York in a small town named Bayville. (typical kid stuff 90s/2000s.

Went to boarding school at 16 to play baseball. Played college baseball and 2 years of independent baseball (minor league, not affiliated with any MLB teams).
After that, I coached college baseball for 4 years (hitting coach, and recruiting).

Joined the Army in 2016 (at 28 years old) - left active duty in 2022, spent my whole career in 1st Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. In the same company and platoon the whole time.
Last 6 months in the Army I interned at West Point in their Center of Enhanced Performance.

First job out of the Army, I was a high performance coach for high level executives, athletes, ect.

Currently, I am a stay at home dad for my two kids and am working part time as a guide at an Acton Academy with middle school aged kids.
I am one of the first Apogee Certified Coaches. I am building a local men's group for men who want to be better fathers and husbands. I am also launching my own coaching company focused on high performing fathers, people who want to perform better in their given field, and want unshakeable confidence.

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