The Daily Stoic Lt. David Carey Uncovering Our Own Capacity To Get Through Anything
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Jul 29, 2023 Retired Navy Lieutenant Commander David Carey shares his harrowing experiences as a Vietnam War POW and offers profound insights into resilience and healing. He discusses the strong bonds formed with fellow prisoners, including Senator John McCain, and his remarkable lack of hatred toward his captors. Carey emphasizes the importance of purpose during adversity and the power of vulnerability in healing. He also touches on the moral complexities of leadership faced in life-or-death scenarios and how choices define our responses to hardships.
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Stoic Messages in Prison
- Ryan Holiday recounts a story about Captain Dave Carey receiving messages from Admiral Stockdale in prison.
- These messages referenced Stoic philosophers like Epictetus, highlighting shared philosophical grounding.
Maintain Open Communication
- Always aim for the next conversation, advises David Carey.
- Avoid saying things you'll regret, keeping communication lines open.
Mutual Benefit of Group Therapy
- Group therapy benefited both the giver and receiver, providing mutual support.
- Candid discussions about experiences and feelings proved helpful in processing trauma.
