When the Drapers started planning their first Masogi, a year-defining difficult activity completed during winter's slack season, Brad was shocked to learn he'd be tackling it as a team. What began as nighttime 35-mile endurance walks evolved into marathon-distance family events where even their newborn joined in a stroller. (Michaela and their children have consistently surprised Brad during final stretches to remind him he's not alone.)The tradition now includes a sunset-to-sunrise walk lasting 15 hours, rotating locations annually. Instead of focusing purely on distance, the Drapers emphasize the mental toughness required to endure such difficulty together. They plan to invite their children around age eight or nine, teaching them that struggle builds confidence and resilience. A former SEAL Team 6 member's family completing the event together proved how shared hardship strengthens family bonds.Why do typical holiday customs rarely create the same lasting impact as purposeful challenges?As Aristotle taught, self-control requires self-knowledge. By consistently improving yourself and maintaining high standards, your spouse and children naturally aspire to do the same. Personal growth becomes a collective endeavor when you lead by example in fitness, nutrition, spirituality, or other areas.Tune in to discover how the Drapers navigate parenting three young children while building these core family memories through shared perseverance.Now, If you find this episode valuable, please share with your significant other, friends, and family. We love you!Listen in!Thank you for listening to this episode of Choosing Us.

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