Jocko Podcast Jocko Underground: A Tendency to Do Nothing or Remain Unchanged
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Sep 5, 2023 Inertia can hold you back from both physical activity and personal growth. The struggle of starting jiu-jitsu with knee injuries shows how overcoming comfort zones is crucial. Should you dive into more social interactions to improve your life? The fear of the unknown often keeps us stuck in familiar struggles. Joining new activities sparks growth and helps combat self-sabotage. Embracing change is essential for development—don’t let fear of discomfort stop you from becoming your best self.
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Inertia: The Force of Status Quo
- Inertia is the tendency to remain unchanged, a powerful force in our lives.
- Without deliberate effort, we continue on our current path, resisting change.
Default Aggressive
- Be default aggressive; actively address problems and steer things in the right direction.
- Don't let things fall apart due to inaction.
Ice Cream Inertia
- Jocko Willink shares a story about being too lazy to walk 30 yards to his RV for ice cream.
- This highlights the power of inertia and comfort, which hold us back from action.