Jocko Podcast Jocko Podcast 18: One Soldier’s War, Mobility Workouts, Rehearsals, BUDS Training, Compromise
Apr 13, 2016
Soldier who wrote a book about war shares experiences. Topics include the impact of war on humanity's demons, guilt and horror of unintentional killings, recognizing and controlling inner demons, facing darkness and growth, importance of form and mobility in athletics, effective techniques in combat situations, benefits of jiu-jitsu for law enforcement, objections to sales and sponsorship, benefits of calisthenics vs weight training, the role of compromise in leadership, and no compromise stance.
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Haunted by Accidental Death
- Soldier grapples with guilt for unintentionally killing a young girl in retaliatory fire.
- His partner urges him to suppress guilt temporarily or risk losing his sanity.
Broken Veterans and Lost Souls
- War veterans suffer severe physical and emotional scars, many losing limbs and souls.
- They harbor bitter hatred for a society indifferent to their sacrifices and deaths.
Know and Control Your Demons
- Demons inside us are part of ourselves and cannot be killed without losing goodness.
- Control and awareness of one's demons is essential for mental strength and growth.