Jocko Podcast Jocko Underground: You Will Fail To Make Your Kids Exactly Who You Want Them To Be | What To Do In A Confrontation With A Crazy Ex-Con With Weapons.
Nov 7, 2022
The discussion emphasizes the reality that children won't always meet our expectations. Parenting requires guidance rather than control, focusing on building trust. The hosts explore effective communication techniques to foster independence in kids, including empowering them to handle daily tasks. Strategies for navigating difficult confrontations, especially in tense situations, are also addressed, highlighting the importance of both ownership and accountability in relationships.
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Kids Will Be Who They Are
- Your kids won't turn out exactly how you envision; they'll be who they are.
- Trying to control them may lead to rebellion, similar to how people react to direct influence.
Indirect Influence
- Influence others indirectly through example, building trust, listening, and allowing mutual influence.
- Overbearing examples are off-putting, so build relationships based on respect and genuine interest.
Tailgating Incident
- Jocko recounts a friend tailgating a motorcyclist aggressively after being cut off.
- He uses this to illustrate how direct instructions, like telling someone to back off while driving, often backfire.