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Mentioned in 10 episodes

Thoughts of a Philosophical Fighter Pilot

Book • 1995

James Stockdale

This book is a compilation of James B. Stockdale's essays and speeches from the 1980s and 1990s, focusing on his experiences as a prisoner of war in Vietnam and how Stoic philosophy, particularly the teachings of Epictetus, helped him endure and thrive under extreme conditions.

It explores themes of character, leadership, integrity, and ethics.

Mentioned by

Lt. Gen. Stephen D. Sklenka

Mentioned in 10 episodes

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a source of wisdom and resilience.

How Ryan Holiday is Preparing For The Next Four Years

Mentioned by

William Green

as a book Bill Miller referenced about Stoicism and resilience.

RWH066: Essential Truths w/ Howard Marks, Nima Shayegh & William Green

Mentioned by

William Green

as an amazing book to start studying Stoic philosophy.

RWH059: Ask Me Anything w/ William Green

Recommended by

William Green

as a book about stoicism and resilience.

RWH025: Patient Capital W/ Samantha McLemore

Recommended by

Ryan Holiday

as overtly philosophical, noting Stockdale explicitly thought of a POW camp as a training ground to be a philosopher.

The REAL Difference Between Stoics and Cynics | Cynicism Expert Inger Kuin (PT. 2)

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a book he has been reading recently.

We Have to Care About the Little Guy | A Stoic Reset for Right Now

Mentioned by

Lt. Gen. Stephen D. Sklenka

as a source of philosophical insights that helped him endure captivity.

Lt. Gen. Sklenka on Staying in the Fight

Mentioned as a blend of stoic philosophy and lived experience from a U.S. Navy Admiral.

Thoughts of a Philosophical Fighter Pilot by James Stockdale (Heroic Wisdom Daily)

Mentioned by

Brett McKay

and

Shannon French

as a prisoner of war who used Stoicism to survive.

The Code of the Warrior

Mentioned by

Jocko Willink

in the context of

Col. Lee Ellis

's experiences as a POW alongside John McCain.

358: Out of Airspeed... And Ideas. With Airforce Fighter Pilot and Hanoi POW, Col. Lee Ellis.

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