Jocko Podcast Jocko Podcast 24: Canadian Sniper-Jody Mitic, “Unflinching” Interview & Book Review
May 25, 2016
Jody Mitic, a Canadian Sniper and Ottawa City Councilman, shares his experiences in Afghanistan, his journey to becoming a hero, and his struggles with addiction. The podcast also covers topics such as the transformation and self-discipline that comes with military training, the qualities of a sniper, readjusting to civilian life after combat, rehabilitation challenges for wounded soldiers, the emotional impact of retiring from the military, and finding fulfillment in life after leaving the armed forces.
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Discipline Builds Trust and Reliability
- Military discipline teaches following orders even when they seem pointless or no one is watching.
- This trains soldiers to prioritize duty and reliability under combat stress.
Arrest and Hard Lessons
- Jody was arrested due to association after a friend unknowingly tried to buy drugs from undercover cops.
- This incident was the worst year of his life but taught him vital lessons about himself.
Sniper Mindset Over Marksmanship
- Sniper skill is less about shooting and more about patience and self-denial.
- True snipers put mission first, enduring discomfort to make precise shots.