The Daily Stoic The #1 Gift You Can Give Your Future Self | Former Marine Elliot Ackerman
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Aug 6, 2025 
Join former Marine and bestselling author Elliot Ackerman as he shares insights on discipline in daily life. He discusses his intense running routines, including training in extreme heat and preparing for marathons, while balancing family responsibilities. The conversation also touches on the creative process, emphasizing the dance between joy and discipline in writing. Elliot reflects on aging gracefully and the importance of consistent effort in both fitness and creativity, revealing personal anecdotes that inspire resilience and growth.
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Marine Birthday Ultra Run
- Elliot Ackerman shared running 34 miles with a Marine buddy on his 34th birthday to celebrate and reconnect.
- They ran around D.C. together after long deployments, bonding through a shared grueling effort.
Priming Writing For Tomorrow
- Leave your writing in mid-sentence to prime the next day's work.
- This tactic helps you start faster and maintain momentum when you return.
Discipline as Time Travel
- Discipline is a gift you give your future self, like a form of time travel.
- Doing hard things now pays dividends you'll want later.
