The Tim Ferriss Show

#88: Stanley McChrystal on Anti-War Americans, Pushing Your Limits, and The Three Military Tests You Should Take

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Jul 10, 2015
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ADVICE

Building Mental Toughness

  • Push yourself beyond your perceived limits to discover hidden strengths.
  • Embrace shared hardship and challenges to strengthen commitment and resilience.
INSIGHT

Servant Leadership

  • Excellent soldiers possess modest servant leadership, prioritizing service over self-promotion.
  • This contrasts with many politicians who prioritize re-election and popularity.
INSIGHT

Military Frustrations and Purpose

  • Military bureaucracy can be frustrating, but the shared sense of purpose in the military, particularly in combat, elevates individuals.
  • Outside the military, finding that same higher purpose can be a challenge.
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