Pressing the Launch Button: The Will to Survive, Leadership & Real-World Preparedness

What would you do if everything went wrong, and you had to rely on yourself?

In this episode, Hugh Zaretsky sits down with Chris Weichman and Carlie Margheri, founders of Eternal Warriors Group, to explore survival, mindset, and the real meaning of resilience in high-stakes environments.

Through their backgrounds in SERE training, mountaineering, and real-world survival instruction, this conversation dives into what it truly means to prepare—not just physically, but mentally.

This is a conversation about leadership, adaptability, situational awareness, and how to build the confidence and clarity to navigate any situation life throws at you.

🔥 What You’ll Learn:

• Why mental drills are critical before a real crisis

• How to stay calm, flexible, and think under pressure

• The importance of situational awareness in everyday life

• What survival training teaches about leadership and mindset

• How to build resilience through discomfort and challenge

• Why the “will to survive” starts in the mind

🚀 Upcoming Event:

Join us live in New York City for Unlock Your Future on April 18, a powerful, one-day experience focused on AI, real estate, business, mindset, and survival.

🔗 Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/launch-button-kickoff-2026-ai-real-estate-growth-protection-tickets-1985559014462?aff=oddtdtcreator

🎯 About the Guests:

Chris Weichman and Carlie Margheri are the founders of Eternal Warriors Group, an organization focused on building resilience, self-reliance, and survival mindset through immersive experiences.

Chris is a former U.S. Air Force SERE Specialist and SOF Personnel Recovery Advisor, bringing years of elite-level survival and leadership training.

Carlie is a mountaineer and survival instructor who leads expeditions and workshops designed to push physical and mental limits.

Together, they lead global adventures, survival courses, and workshops that help individuals develop the skills and mindset to navigate high-pressure situations and #FindYourFreedomOutside.

Connect with Chris & Carlie:

@chris.I.weichman

@carlie_magheri

@eternal.warriors_official

@flameandshadow_

🎙️ About the Host:

Hugh Zaretsky helps entrepreneurs and executives press the Launch Button—whether starting from zero or scaling to the next level.

After a 9/11 wake-up call, Hugh transitioned from IT executive to real estate investor, speaker, and best-selling author. He has trained 12,500+ entrepreneurs and investors in building businesses and acquiring cash-flowing assets.

🌐 Resources & Links:

🌐 https://www.HughZaretsky.com

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