Jocko Podcast Jocko Underground: This Is Stupid and It Doesn't Matter | Flipping Over The Chess Board
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Sep 25, 2023 Explore the metaphor of flipping the chessboard, reflecting on the futility of abandoning goals after setbacks. Delve into the complexity of dismissing challenges, and how that mindset can hinder personal growth. The conversation touches on the significance of commitment in disciplines like chess and Jiu-Jitsu. Additionally, it confronts the idea of fit shaming and the importance of supporting individual fitness journeys. The discussions offer insights into motivation and how to tackle excuses head-on.
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Flipping the Chessboard
- Jocko Willink uses the metaphor of flipping a chessboard to describe giving up when challenged.
- He recounts how he would do this when losing, declaring chess "stupid" to avoid the challenge.
Broader Applications
- This "chessboard flipping" applies to various life challenges, like school or work politics.
- It's a way to dismiss difficulty and avoid growth.
Excuses and Dismissal
- Be cautious when dismissing hard things as "stupid."
- This might be an excuse to avoid effort, like some SEALs dismissing running.