Delta Force Operator on Passing Selection*

About this video

Mike Ritland recounts his experience going through Special Forces selection after prior military training. He describes it as comparatively easy overall, though he faced challenges including being placed on a weak team and dealing with barracks cleaning requirements. Ritland shares details of the final road march where he finished second despite minimal preparation.

Key takeaways

• Ritland found Special Forces selection less challenging than his previous military training experiences
• Even when a course is relatively easy for someone, team dynamics and administrative requirements can create difficulties
• Success in selection courses can depend significantly on individual preparation and mindset rather than rushing through events

Episode details: published August 5, 2026 · 1.4M views · 1:13 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. Stories told by Mike Ritland’s podcast guests are the guests’ own accounts, attributed to them — not independently verified. Commentary is Ritland’s, presented as his analysis.

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