Growing up is tough enough as it is, but imagine growing up constantly criticized and belittled by those around you. This is the reality that many individuals face, whether in the form of bullying or simply an unkind family environment. However, as Remy Adelbai discovered, these experiences can forge a stronger and more resilient character.
In a recent podcast, Adelbai spoke candidly about his childhood and how it shaped him into who he is today. He credits his past with his ability to handle criticism and his understanding of the importance of hard work and perseverance. Despite being the victim of constant negativity and aggression, Adelbai found a way to turn these experiences into something positive.
Adelbai is concerned about the softness of the next generation. He acknowledges that certain things that he keeps away from his children, such as media, can unconsciously program them to be unable to take criticism. He also recognizes the importance of instilling a strong work ethic in children as early as possible, noting that nothing will be handed to them in life.
Interestingly, Adelbai’s career path as a filmmaker was not an obvious choice for a former Navy SEAL. However, his passion for storytelling has been with him since childhood and has developed over the years. He clearly enjoys the challenge of doing the hard thing and overcoming obstacles. Despite the odds against him and the small number of African-American SEALs, Adelbai chose to pursue a career in screenwriting and directing.
One of the most fascinating aspects of Adelbai’s story is the unique combination of physical and intellectual capabilities required for his various roles. Unsurprisingly, Adelbai’s military experiences have helped him develop the mental toughness and problem-solving skills necessary for his current career. As a corpsman in the Marines and a Navy SEAL, he had to be both physically capable and highly cerebral. As a screenwriter and director, he must now draw on his storytelling abilities and creativity. Hat Adelbai’s journey has not been easy, but he has emerged more robust and resilient. His ability to turn adverse experiences into something positive is admirable, and it is clear that he is focused on encouraging the next generation to develop the exact attributes. As he approaches his goal of directing his first feature film, it is clear that Adelbai has the attitude and work ethic needed to succeed.
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Summary of Transcript:
In this YouTube video, the speaker shares his experience of being bullied and belittled as a child and how it made him the man he is today. He expresses concern about the softness of the next generation and how he wants to protect his children from being unconsciously programmed to be weak. The speaker then talks about his passion for storytelling and how he’s working towards directing his first feature film, despite the low success rate for screenwriters. He also talks about his Navy SEAL and corpsman background and how being a medic required cerebral abilities and communication skills. Finally, he shares his love for Mondays and the opportunity they bring to pursue his dreams.
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Summary of Description:
Remi Adeleke, a former Navy SEAL, talks about how to take control of your destiny and succeed. He discusses the importance of raising strong and capable children, the habits and routines that lead to exceptional performance, and the need to avoid being too soft in the modern world. Adeleke left the Navy in 2016 and pursued a career in film and TV, with writing, directing, consulting, and acting credits to his name. He recently signed a three-book deal to create a series. LMNT, InsideTracker, and 1stPhorm sponsor this Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show episode.
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Navy SEAL shows you how to take your destiny into your own hands and beat the odds to succeed.
Remi Adeleke was born in Nigeria. Following his father’s death, his family relocated to the Bronx, New York, in 1987. Remi joined the Navy in 2002 and later joined the Navy SEALs, where he specialized in combat medicine and HUMINT (Human Intelligence/tradecraft). Ending his successful naval career in 2016, he was led to pursue careers in film/tv consulting, directing, writing, and acting, including Transformers: The Last Knight, SEAL Team CBS, Ambulance, The Plane, and Terminal List. As a filmmaker and screenwriter, he wrote The Unexpected, Slave Stealers, and The Chameleon, from which he recently signed a three-book deal to create a series.
In this episode, we discuss the following:
– Why the next generation is too soft
– How to raise strong and capable children
– The habits and routines that lead to exceptional performance
– How to take your destiny into your own hands
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