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Jocko Podcast 2: Jocko & Echo (“About Face”, Mental Toughness, NewYears Resolutions?)

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Dec 28, 2015
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ANECDOTE

De Boer's Transformation

  • Hackworth's book tells of Private Henry de Boer, labeled a coward for avoiding combat.
  • Ironically, de Boer dies heroically, telling Hackworth to save himself.
ANECDOTE

Hackworth's Rebellion

  • Hackworth, despite his decorations, rebelled against the Vietnam War's handling.
  • He spoke out on national television, criticizing leadership and the war's purpose.
INSIGHT

Combat Leader's Dichotomy

  • Combat leaders face a deep dichotomy: caring for their troops while sending them into danger.
  • Jocko suggests this dichotomy impacted Hackworth's anti-war stance.
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