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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 7 episodes

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a source of wisdom and resilience.

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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.

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Recommended by

Ryan Holiday

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

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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 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.

Mentioned by

Eric Nurnberg

as one of the books written by Admiral James Stockdale that he would recommend to any leader.

Developing Mission-Oriented Leaders with Eric Nurnberg

Recommended by

Mark McGrath

as a book that will help people get through anything, referring to Stockdale’s POW experience.

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