The Secret to Being Insult-Proof. Jocko Willink.

[@claudialsmith2996]

Lost that job. Start over. Lost your date. Call another date. Many opportunities and it's not over.

[@oldmate99]

Check

[@AlastorTheNPDemon]

It is wise not to invest emotions into others or have any expectations of them. I've learned that people are utterly unpredictable and anything could happen at any time when interacting with them.

[@Gaybraham.Lincoln]

Colon cancer? Goooood 👊

[@DonVito591]

When one door closes, another one opens.

[@oldmate99]

Arms not big enough. GOOD. Do more curls.

[@gurtana]

Not all insults make me angry because they are true. They make me angry because they are a million miles from the truth and they are repeated until someone tries to make it stick or ruin my reputation. It's oversimplified to say you get angry when it's true. No, not always. Truth I can let go pretty easily. It's the stuff that's so wrong and furthest from the truth about me, that riles me.

[@waldemarklazar1702]

I fully agree with you. There are so many ways to insult someone by flat out lying about them, someone they care about or something they care about. Anger doesn't only come from realizing there might be a grain of truth but also from the perspective that you might simple not be willing to swallow the bullshit someone is shoveling your way. I wish we were all enlightened human beings who could let every insult go, but sometimes you need to get angry and check the person who's talking bull.

[@gurtana]

@@waldemarklazar1702 absolutely. 100% agree. Wish I could let stuff go and not care. But in the work place, at home, or out in the world - if someone is talking trash and trying to ruin you or embarrass you in front of others, I call it out and confront it as best I can. I’ve let too much stuff go in the past and that’s not really a solution either. Maybe this all changes when you reach the top level and you’re the boss, but when you’re on the daily grind and you get people trying to throw you under the bus so they can get ahead, you can’t just let that stuff go unchecked. Reputation is key. Or maybe you can and should let it go, but I need to work on that. Jocko, tell me how.

[@rayj.9568]

@gurtana, You expressed my thoughts exactly. Jocko sometimes gives erroneous advice. It may be because he has been the big intimidating jock since childhood. He can't relate to people who had to develop the courage to fight for their identity.

[@Disc0spider]

Yes, I agree. I don't think insults always carry a degree of truth to them. Insults can and are often used to outright bully and disrespect people. When I was in high school at age 15 (this is going back... 20 years ago, wow), I remember a time when I got surrounded by a bunch of bullies, where they had me in a corner, preventing me from moving and leaving. With me sitting on the floor in said corner, they all proceeded to repetitively shout and chant homophobic slurs at me, and then they would shout "SHUT UP!" if I tried to respond, to which they would simply re-engage their chants. Am I a homosexual? No (I also want to disclaim, regardless of what some people in the world may believe, there is nothing wrong with homosexuality). There was absolutely no truth in what they said (in absolute fairness, there could have been some projecting of denied "truth" from the ringleader of this group, but who knows). What they were doing was a combination of many things, trying to make me feel weak, small, to emasculate me, to embarrass and humiliate me, and unfortunately for me, it certainly worked. It's good that you can let stuff go fairly easily gurtana, a good quality to have, I think. I agree, when people try to spread outright lies about you in an effort to disrespect you, to damage your image and reputation, that is incredibly frustrating and makes me angry, too.

[@BobTheBuilder-l9d]

Unfortunately there are alot of people that get their kicks in life from doing this i was never a piss taker or a shit talker not even at school , i find it incredibly boring all that verbal crap . Maybe some folks are just so empty inside with such small minds if they werent ripping into someone they would literally have nothing to say.@@Disc0spider

[@DonVito591]

As much as Jocko talks about discipline and getting after it, a lot of what he hints at is establishing good habits for life and breaking bad ones.

[@Malouco]

Jocko ta sexy

[@monalizapantoja8490]

Keep up the excellent work Jocko, and I hope your podcast continues to grow and provide valuable insights and discussions for your listeners. Your efforts to strengthen your community are truly commendable.

[@Rannument]

2:43 "If you follow the thread of what's bothering you to the truth, then you can actually deal with it" Words of wisdom right there

[@hanswoast7]

Thank you! It under my radar the first time. That's a great quote!

[@robertbennett1287]

A valid insight. Anger has an evolutionary purpose in life. It is an adrenaline stimulation, but if it's fueled by petty and egotistical provocations it becomes toxic and self destructive. Easy to anger. Easy to insult. Easy to destabilize.... Easy to manipulate into bad decisions. Anger is useful and appropriate when necessary, but it should be a rare emotion as opposed to a routine response. 👏

[@S0ulinth3machin3]

anger is mostly unnecessary in the modern world. I completely agree with you. A long time ago when violence was often necessary for survival (when humans were part of the food chain or needed to fight for territory), then anger had much more of a place.

[@Sam-rb1id]

Anger is a pretty inconsistent response. You never know when you'll be angry and to what extent. Its better to do what you need to do because you have the courage and conviction to follow through on what you believe is right. You can learn that courage through practice. Re-acting purely based on emotion is not usually optimal and just not a very reliable source of strength.

[@joshstanton267]

​​@@Sam-rb1idunderstanding yourself better and being fully self-informed of your own emotions, thoughts and beliefs can help you not get triggered at random. *edit* and also knowing your weak points or negative aspects.

[@mewkatlol]

The magic N word is very useful in this way. Don't forgot to use it at every opportunity.

[@BobTheBuilder-l9d]

But when you are surrounded by people talking absolute constant utter shite 10 hours a day like i am at work its hard not to get mad , i just want to smash their faces right in.

[@bfcalhoun57]

Echo is correct. Sometimes it’s not the insult, but the hostility-the intent to inflict harm-that hurts.

[@Youidiott]

Yep it's the audacity

[@2strokeme64]

Its the ill intent of an insult that causes hostility on the receiving end, i get what he's saying but at some point, it's true or not there's no need to point me out in an insulting way.

[@st0a]

Especially if its undeserved.

[@joshstanton267]

"Its a signal internally that you are troubled" .. that is so basic, yet profoundly true. I love that perspective. reaction is based on whats going on inside you. 😊

[@chrisministerofsmartarsery3322]

Many of us on my construction crew listen to your podcasts Jocko. Including my site superintendent. We often use your basic blueprint for the rules of how to conduct yourself. Decentralized command, starting at zero every day etc. And it works. Thank you.

[@dotpenji]

I must say, your discussion on handling insults and delving into the psychology behind them was truly enlightening. It's remarkable how you emphasized the importance of not allowing insults to make us angry, but rather using them as an opportunity for self-reflection and personal growth. Jacob's point about separating the insult itself from the fact that someone chose to insult you offers a perspective I hadn't considered before. It's intriguing how our ego can be triggered, not only by the content of the insult but also by the audacity of someone thinking they have the right to insult us. It's truly eye-opening!

[@monicasoriano8581]

Indeed, managing insults and negative feedback can be challenging, but reframing them as opportunities for personal growth and self-reflection can be a powerful way to navigate such situations. Ultimately, it's a reminder that our own self-worth should not be defined by the opinions or actions of others.

[@RealMilosLife]

Im 14 years old, and when I was 12 I was the kid that would wake up late, go to school sleeping in class, running home and playing video games with my eyes being bloodshot from the hours of screens, when I was 13 I discovered Jocko and funnily the first podcast I watched was #347 and I saw that this was the guy I wanted to be like. I deleted Minecraft (the main game I played) and I got rid of my xbox. I started working out, waking up earlier, being in a better mood, eating healthier, all of the positive things because I found Jocko. Just wanted to let anyone know that if you are considering watching this channel, I would recommend!

[@NCWoodlandRoamer]

Good for you young man! Stay on track.

[@benjaminhonchar7209]

What country are you in?

[@tourdesource]

Then let me tell you about this guy named Jesus, and what finding him did to my life... 🙂

[@BWater-yq3jx]

Good stuff. Now do it for the rest of your life. 😎👍

[@robertholland7558]

When I was 14 there were no video games , but we had what is calling a “ library “ which contained many many books that kept me entertained until the midnight hour!

[@jussim.konttinen4981]

One time a person called me "a bamboo rat". He thought I was Chinese tourist. It was so unusual slur that I've laughed at it for years.

[@joshrichards9121]

That’s hilarious. I’m using that one.

[@jameshinton429]

😂

[@KevinBullard]

I love it when someone gets it wrong with an intended insult...hahaha

[@iLoveBigKnockers]

You fuckin' bamboo rat (wtf is a bamboo rat)

[@BobTheBuilder-l9d]

loool that is hilarious

[@Eddie-Spaghetti]

Also work on reducing your general level of anxiety by doing all the right things we know to do (eg. Sleep, eat healthy, meditate if your an anxious person generally stop coffee and alcohol)This will also reduce the constant ruminations about what someone has said to you that has upset you.

[@franciscoferraz6788]

I'm still convinced it's all about ego. If you have no ego, you have no reason to feel insulted.

[@robertholland7558]

@@franciscoferraz6788ego… is not a dirty word skyhook.

[@DonteG]

When jacko said don't get mad if someone says you are gluttonous, it just happened to me recently and it moved me so, I hope to make a change now.

[@omartageddi4987]

Jocko said "start Jiu Jitsu", and man i had it on my mind for like two months. Now im one year in. Thank you so much Jocko.

[@russahlquist5691]

Jocko, what makes people mad about many insults is not necessarily that there is some partial truth to them, it is that many of us don't know ourselves well enough to know that the insult is well founded or not.

[@roelven1282]

Been bullied in school .... stopped the moment i went apeshit on my 3 bullies (even 2 teachers who watched me fighting them didnt stop the fight, they knew i needed to completly go hulk on them.... later on 1 of the parents dared to come to school and my house to complain.... imagine her surprise when she got told the truth about her "lovely" son) Been bullied by my parents (and abused)... stopped the moment i became 16... knocked my dad to the ground.... legally divorced my parents, my grandparents took me in.... and not soon after joined the Dutch marines. You are right "looking in" is a good advice... but that makes sense for adults.... young kids/adults lack the moral compass and wisdom to take that step. Anger isnt bad, as long as you can channel it correctly. Insults dont bother me at all anymore... i know who i am, insults and lies cant touch me... truth is truth

[@BasedTexans]

This has helped me so much in sales as well. When I am working to negotiate a deal and I agree with all of their rebuttals they usually will agree to sign the contract. It helps me establish trust with the clients. They say something like "these fees are awful" I say you are right they are awful, but these are the best out there

[@bobdownie.2806]

Jocko is a true inspiration and I’m guessing his followers are too. I discovered this saying I liked and wanted to share with whoever wants to share in it. The best thing anyone can do for everyone is to do something good for someone. I think this essentially says ‘yeah I can’t save the whole world, but I can plug the holes I see in front of me in the sinking ship we might all be in’

[@VonRichtburg]

I have been ruthlessly bullied for most of my school life. I have been verbally and emotionally abused by my father (a psychiatrist) during my childhood, teenage and early adulthood life. Insults don't mean anything to me anymore. If it is true, it isn't an insult. If it isn't true, it is a lie. And lies are insulting.

[@SweatyFatGuy]

I was bullied and beaten growing up. Nearly every day someone was hitting me, been knocked out so many times I can't remember them all, lots of TBIs. It ended when I was 16, because that that point I could defend myself. I turned 16 in 1985. Since then I have gotten far more muscular, and its very rare that anyone insults me in person. If they do so online, they change their tune completely when they meet me face to face. I do not bully others, ever. The best way to make people stop mistreating you, is to get training, muscle, and discipline. Mine came from wrestling in high school and the US military. I am only 5'8" but only drunk college kids try anything like that now. Physically I'm like a short pudgy version of Jocko with gray hair still on my head, and a beard. Look intimidating, but be polite and friendly. It messes with people's heads a bit, which is fun.

[@cyber_crypto]

Cry me a river

[@1985Seraphim]

Very well said sir. I also went through something similar with my dad. Words hurt in ways people can never understand.

[@1985Seraphim]

@@cyber_cryptoWhy should he?

[@GavinJBerry-kq1jq]

If it isn’t an insult, then what is it?

[@philnleblanc6664]

I learned to have humility and not take myself too seriously.

[@notroublespeace]

No Troubles Peace ✝️

[@ryannelson2653]

Legend has it Jocko overcame his anger by getting down and doing a 100 burpees!

[@lazynow1]

yea, on top of the persons body, that tossed out the insult....

[@mountainrambler7926]

This is excellent insight for responding to personal insults. There are, on the other hand, larger conflicts over good & evil that stoicism may not cure and which call forth a warrior to battle.

[@natewilson5679]

This is valid in some cases. But being accused of being something, you’re not will also make someone mad too

[@TruthSubjective]

Thank you!

[@dposting2941]

That graphic is freakin' hilarious. Thanks man.

[@kamron_thurmond]

It doesn't matter if somebody says something that bothers you. Even if you can remain calm and professional, and not react harshly. There usually at least one thing that someone can say that will still bothered you. You may be able to remain calm and professional, but you will be seething with anger on the inside, and it'll probably ruin your day. Everyone has a mental pressure point.

[@VSastrocompasss]

Sure

[@chefe2152]

Last Friday I was laid off from work after year there, for being great employee, having my opinions and not being YES MAN MAN.I came home smiling and feeling great,WTF?? YES because I refused other human actions which I couldn't control,to control how I feel about myself and who I am,my self-esteem and my value,I refuset for others to telle how I'm supposed to feel and act! Not even week from there passed already few interviews and off to new job next week. In times of misfortune do what 99 % of people would never do,and you be the 1% that thrive.

[@Fox_6494]

Thank you for this.

[@Greatscott24]

The part that's hard isn't the grain of truth, it's the malice coming from a loved one saying it. Accepting the truth is easy, but it's another story when it's your spouse or some other loved one. 😅

[@MrAztecplayer]

I agree there are others variables u gotta look at and u need to react however is best for u

[@Brian-nt1hh]

Jocko knows the way

[@sjors7750]

Anger management. Good speech guys

[@stendaalcartography3436]

Not just insults, but I think it's more like form of criticism that contains some truth which then triggers shame and it's the masking of this shame that angers a person. And then one does or say things that they shouldn't have and it becomes nasty cycle. So you have to the one to prevent it from going into loops. We move forward, not loop around.

[@etchediniron4249]

If the measurement of a real man is the ability and fortitude to conquer difficulties in life, controlling your emotions can be of the hardest to conquer.

[@jnewguyin]

This reminds me of my favorite quote from James Bond: The World Is Not Enough. “Never let them see you bleed” - Q

[@oldmate99]

Weird thing to say, you don't have many friends I'm guessing

[@faizalsalim1194]

Dude there are things we can't control. I was mocked for my "ugly" face. For my darker complexion. Waking up early won't fix these, will it. What stopped it was strength. Gaining strength, getting intimidating. Stop being kind to people who are not kind to you.

[@jeremybrimmer1990]

"If you can't beat em join em!!!" - that's how you sound 😆 🤣 😂 😹 😆 🤣

[@rayj.9568]

​@@jeremybrimmer1990, That's not what the OP said at all.

[@jeremybrimmer1990]

@@rayj.9568 "yummy word salad!!!" - that you 😆 🤣 😂 😹

[@franciscoferraz6788]

You know what would probably permanently fix it? Acceptance. Real, true, acceptance. You might not be able to control how you look (you can btw but whatever), but you can look at things a different way.

[@faizalsalim1194]

@@franciscoferraz6788 I have completely accepted the way i look. Vanity does not concern me anymore. But that does not mean people can mock me or belittle me.

[@DJCsuccess101]

Yer your right bro!

[@MorganFrancophile]

This is coming from a man who could break someone with the audacity to insult him in two. Men who can control their ego and anger are so essential in all aspects of life.

[@wk1810]

If there's a bit of truth in it I usually put my feelings aside so I can think clearly about what that grain of truth is potentially teaching me about myself and/or what I can or need to do to change. Insults can be great catalysts for change. If it's true, it's true...but you can change it.

[@johnsmith-ik6uz]

Clever analysis by Jocko and Echo....But most interesting was Echo not minding the insults as much as a relative unknown thinking they are in the zone where they can throw an insult in the first place.

[@mihai-valentin8453]

The thumbnail blows my mind

[@EzekielEshechiel]

I love how constructive the comments SFace is.

[@EzekielEshechiel]

Ahahaha ⛪📚⛲🎹⌨️ it be you!!! Maybe it be me one day. I also wonder 📚⚗️⛪🚂🌾🎗️

[@DoubleplusUngoodthinkful]

Insults don't make me mad at all. If it's from someone I care about who is speaking from a place of knowledge, I take it as a constructive criticism. If it's from someone who doesn't know me or some dumb internet troll, I simply see it as someone showing me and everyone else who HE is. You can say whatever you want about me, because really, you're not saying anything about ME.

[@seancronin4010]

Thanks, Jocko. That message came at just the right time for me.

[@anxen]

Self importance grows unchecked until life itself is an affront

[@camronsmith4321]

Jocko the MAN! Ty sensei Jocko

[@RameshBaburbabu]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🧠 *Understanding the Roots of Anger* - Insults that trigger anger often contain a grain of truth. - When insulted, don't react with anger; instead, accept and agree with it. - Exploring the truth behind the insult can lead to self-correction and personal growth. 03:37 🔄 *Reacting with Curiosity, Not Anger* - Emotions shouldn't replace thought; don't react by lashing out. - Anger is a signal to look inward and understand why you feel troubled. - Instead of attacking, use anger as an opportunity for self-correction and improvement. 06:06 🚫 *Dealing with Insults and Ego* - Getting bothered by insults gives power to the insulter; avoid giving the reaction they seek. - Confidence comes from acknowledging truths in light-hearted ways. - Ego plays a significant role in why insults bother us; separating ego from the insult's content is crucial. Made with HARPA AI

[@firemech911]

I learned a long time time ago to take my feelings off my sleeve fold them up and put them into my pocket so nobody can get to them.

[@tsriftsal3581]

Thank you.

[@coffeemachtspass]

It isn’t easy in the moment, though. I guy showed up at work, pissed off that we were so slow to get his order ready, so he went ballistic and told us all how pathetic we were. He had no clue that we were down by three workers that day, so everyone was trying to cover at least one additional role. I really did get pissed off and confrontational. A smarter coworker pulled me away to let someone else deal with him. Anyway, Jocko’s little chat is landing and I’m thinking the whole thing through about what I could have done differently.

[@SteventheShoehanger]

I've said for years that being unoffendable is a super-power.

[@dunderwood4444]

Hard Facts #SelfReflection on this end

[@peterbyun441]

Damm, it's good advice. You either accept some truth(if it has any) and don't be bothered.

[@amycovey6595]

Sarcasm is a wonderful tool when dealing with insults. If it is true I will laugh at myself right along with you. If you are just out to be mean be careful because then my sarcasm becomes a sword to cut you off at the knees with some truth about you. Works every single time for me!

[@TheRexTera]

Short answer: Self Irony and stop taking yourself too seriously!

[@GabrielDixonRibeiro]

Thats it

[@kickflipinyaface]

I'm gonna be perfectly honest. If Jocko was cast as the next live action Superman, I'd watch it

[@HickxiMMA]

This is true most of the time but there are just assholes out there that will project their own insecurities onto you

[@joegrateful5052]

💯 FACTS….. Powerful Message! Thank you, Sir’s! Acknowledge the Truth Within Yourself - Get Curious, Make the Necessary Corrections and Move On with Your Journey called- Life!!

[@Nitroat-xo4tj]

my now ex has borderline.. She said a lot of things, that werent true.. Like: you dont love me.. you want something diffrent.. And it made me angry and disturbed.. It troubled me, that. she was so impulive and jealous about nothing! i mean, NOTHING. i never even looked at another woman... I cant say, yes, youre right! Because she wasnt right at all. she was the prettiest, sweetest thing i know.. She was hot as hell and had so many good attributes, like morals, etc.. but her illness made her think no one could love her and she is not good enough.

[@StudioChimps]

You don’t take insults away. You leave them with the insulter!

[@williamjones2994]

Had a young man working for me who was called a bitch jokingly by another employee. It wasn't vicious, there was no intent to beef, I was meant friendly but landed wrong. The young man flipped out. After getting them sorted, my first question was "who was it?" - who called him a bitch before that hurt him like that. He laid it right out for me, and we got him turned around on that point. He was not the bitch, the person who so named him in the past was the bitch. He seemed to accept that and the team was stronger. No one ever called him a bitch again either. It's like what I discovered in AA - everybody has some thing at their core - some event they never reconciled.

[@christianmonturanoii6539]

Ya that makes sense the fact that u tried to insult you not that they are right but it's stil insulting even if you know they are wrong

[@StimParavane]

This doesn;t really work with people who go around calling people homosexual. This is usually confession through projection.

[@ArthurMorgansDeadHorse]

Actually some things that have bothered me were related to my abusive father. He would say things like "you're lazy" or "you're worthless" when i was a kid, and especially when i wouldn't do something his exact way. I think this "acceptance" of someone's trash talk is actually dog shit. And i actually read your books and listen to and taoe a lot of your advice. But this one is 100% wrong. Sometimes, people say things to cut you down and harm you. And you should never agree with these types of people. Best thing you can say or do is completely dismiss them like the bottom feeder they are. There's no reason why i have to defend my self against the words of a low life worm.

[@theMickPolitik]

Spiritual Axiom: Whenever I'm disturbed, there's something the matter with me.

[@harvestblades]

The Underground is the only subscription service I subscribe to. Besides showing some supporch to the single podcast that has had such a positive influence on my life & my family's the UG is investing in us vs just junkfood for the mind. Just finished #100 so congrats on that milestone guys. Really hope we get Dean List & Grounded episode soon!

[@SergioMEspinoza91]

Jocko is out here helping people become Saints without saying it.. Good

[@nobody-ly9ef]

I find, especially funny, insults humorous. Sticks and stones etc

[@SweatyFatGuy]

Good advice, agree and amplify works wonderfully when insulted. That is the reason I use the name on here that I have. It removes one avenue of approach, the most obvious one, from trolls and people who want to cause problems to salve their own ego. The amusing thing about people flinging insults is more often than not, they are telling me what they think of themselves. What they use to come after me is what bothers them the most about themselves. I like a good burn, but it has to be creative and being funny makes it even better.

[@lashropa]

Facts.

[@SpartanFitnessMma1]

Only time you should care about an insult is when there's power and authority over you for example being called a criminal by a judge or skitzo by a psychaitrist when you're not etc

[@AceOutdoors18]

The thumb nail is GREAT!

[@ReadRollReflect]

😄Give the guy in charge of the thumbnails a raise...

[@Sigmaified]

Had someone try to insult me in a grocery store yesterday . They asked me an insulting question . I re-asked the question back to them then walked away .

[@cinemaunitestheworld]

I can tell the ego/pride hob-goblin within to hit the bricks...but what about reputation? Isn't that a time to stand up? Thanks for all you do, Jocko and Echo. And all following the path of self-improvement.

[@THEjuiceWAYNE]

This one hit me today.

[@camarneal8058]

Great advice even for relationships

[@oldmate99]

Not really but thanks for the clown comment anyways

[@thundergrace]

it hurts me when people put down my looks

[@ceenote311]

I know its easier said than done but try not to pay any attention to people who say hurtful things like that. 1 Samuel 16:7

[@Bartgoeschurch]

Ima let this sink in! Goodnight ppl.

[@rachelsomlyo-ul3vl]

Imagine living under a microscope for the whole world to see...in that visualization I've learned that it not necessary to be reactionary toward everything that is thrown at you.

[@josesoto1190]

This is the best thumbnail to a video I've ever seen.

[@angelicawhetu]

i wonder if he told this to david goggins when his team mate was full on defaming him. and jesse ventura when he took out a defamation lawsuit against against chris kyle and won.

[@AnaxofRhodes]

Thumbnail game on point. 👌

[@clarkminer8650]

He who takes offense when offense was not intended is a fool. Yet he who takes offense when offense is intended is an even greater fool because he has succumbed to the will of his adversary.

[@theFatLadyOutfit]

Yep! I tell people something similar, said less elegantly but basically the same message. I'll explain how their reaction, specifically an emotional reaction to insults, no matter what the intention or context behind the insult was - if you allow your emotions to be noticeable in your response, the more susceptible to manipulation you are. And repeated patterns which follow a noticeable linear and/or exponential rises of emotions evoking similar behaviours are easy to spot, easy to exploit and easy to then control. If you do not want to be manipulated psychologically don't let others have any psychological control over what is 100% under your own

[@TattooGames]

Start with a fantastic skill of 'giving them enough rope to hang themselves with'. Then move on to the ultimate skill .... 'never react to anything.' After 2 years of practice and mind control, I'm now good at not reacting to anything. I want to be very good at it, then I want to be excellent at it. Its the greatest gift a person can give themselves. Example.... did you ever insult a person and there was no reaction from them whatsoever? How did that make you feel?....somewhere between powerless and silly, right?. You can annihilate people by saying and doing absolutely nothing.

[@AudraT]

Saying that insults hurt because their is a grain of truth to it is a way way oversimplification and not even true at times. Years ago when I was working retail I had to push a huge rack down an aisle and I said very politely "excuse me" to a customer. 99% of people are normal and be like "sure." But this one lady was just a nasty person and said "stupid b1tch." That hurt me so bad because I am a Christian and very obedient about not only not using profanity, but not even listening to it on TV, reading it in books, or being around environments where profanity is used (i.e. like not going to a bar for example). I had to struggle to hold back tears as that was the first time someone ever used such a nasty term against me. But, according to Jocko, the reason why that hurt was because there was an element of truth to it??? And people can be hurt by insults all the time and there not be an element of truth to it. Someone could be going through a rocky marriage and maybe during a fight their spouse yells at them "you're a stupid whore." The person who received that insult could be 100% faithful. And what, that's not suppose to hurt at all??? The more you love someone the easier it is for them to hurt you. Usually I think Jocko is spot on with his advice but I think he missed the mark with this one.

[@τονΓαβριήλ]

Jocko is the personification of stoicism.

[@reyisidrokatalbas688]

5:36 ON POINT!

[@thundergrace]

Thanks Jocko and Echo....I think people who are in positions of authority will be judged harshly for their abuses...they are to set a standard and when they abuse it then they need to step down...and eat humble pie and be held accountable. Sadly it seems they are applauded for abuses

[@yew2oob954]

Jocko wears a Superman costume for the same reason that Superman wears a suit as Clark Kent...he's trying to wear something that makes him seem weaker and more relatable.

[@DylanHughesPhotoVideo]

Jocko talks about having humility as a leader, but then constantly undermines Echo Charles when he’s actually making a good point… constantly dismisses his input, which is usually more thoughtful and nuanced than what Jocko is even saying.

[@codymurphy998]

How does one have an opinion if we are supposed to agree with everything that upset us? Sounds passive to me.

[@stable-shadow]

Hey Brother Superman has nothing on you, dig the still shot grab... Have a great week, keep smiling.... 🕊️

[@MrMarkysparky7]

Shoutout to whoever made the thumbnail. Unreal work

[@victorhughgo2376]

Bro, Origin boots are ridiculously overpriced. Don't take it as an insult, I'm just being honest.

[@ChristopherLydon-il6ih]

Some of the best the United States is extremely lucky to have. Knuckle Dragers. Chris

[@dac6031]

Jaco - modern Stoic philosopher

[@davidhernandez9985]

Good morning, AdmWillink; the insult factor part of the equation Adm is your military discipline come online. From either teeing-off or physically fking-him up.

[@HappytreeLuis]

Superman Jokko is about to become a new marvel character.

[@anthonybell3036]

Everytime a ghetto tyrone insults me and I think of swinging, jocko pops into my head and very slowly but sternly says "ignore... and out... perform. They will lose, and you will win" also hilarious thumbnail there champ