In this episode Shell Armogida, a woman of faith, farmer, survivalist, endurance athlete, and activist, talks about her practical and spiritual approaches to adversity, particularly from her experiences on ‘Naked and Afraid.’ The discussion delves into her faith, the challenges of staying positive in extreme conditions, mental discipline, and spiritual resilience. Shell also shares personal stories about surviving a tumultuous divorce, battling depression, and finding strength through faith. Additionally, she discusses her role as a stepmother, her regenerative farming work in Central Florida, and future survival challenges. The episode highlights the importance of mental and spiritual strength in navigating and leading through life’s toughest trials.
Episode Highlights:
17:10 Endurance and Mental Discipline
42:45 The Importance of Spiritual Health
43:40 Survival Strategies: Marathon vs. Sprint
44:44 Pacing Yourself in Survival Situations
48:39 Team Dynamics and Leadership in Survival
01:10:18 Reintegration After Survival Challenges
Shell Armogida is a Florida-based farmer and former project manager with a background in the aviation and aerospace industry, previously working at Boeing and Infinity Systems Engineering. She is also a real estate broker and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. In 2024, she gained attention for her appearance on Naked and Afraid, where she demonstrated her survival skills alongside Cole Wilks in South Africa. Married to Craig Armogida since 2021, the couple resides on a farm in Florida. Shell is originally from Puerto Rico.
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