Jocko's vids are amazing but your comment has changed my life, I'm now 7 days clean (amphetamines) and counting. Thank you, I think you know how much this means. So thank you.
@@jamesbenedictlim7183 it’s been solid. Ex has reached out a few times but nothing regarding reconciliation. Last I talked to her was back in late October. Aside from that, focusing on my career, education, exercising and jiu jitsu. Living my life to the best of my abilities and not looking back. It gets better. I’m well over a year since the break up and I’m stronger than ever!
@@charliemvrphy I'm glad to hear it!! You and Jocko inspire me. Keep going on the path and keep getting after it. I'll be sure to try and do the same!!!
I have this clip on replay. 7+ times to count. My name is Jose. I am a 26 year old Hispanic American. I currently got laid off. And I’m about loose my home (studio). I am a week in before I am not able to make ends meet. To add I am a dad to a cool little pupp. Makes my situation a little more harder. If I had the wrong mentality I probably would’ve taken my life by now. But, that’s not the way I do things. I don’t let the pressure ‘RUN’ me I RUN at it. I’ve implemented lifting weights and conditioning for the most part of my life. Every time I listen to both of you speak about discipline, I feel a sense of pride. Because I understand every one of your words. When the pressure takes me down, your podcast, your voice, and words get me back up. A bigger push to get that grind in. To overcome. To GET IT DONE. Speaking to the public* if you can relate to my situation then my biggest respect to you. You know that will. if you can’t...know you have the will power to resist and to overcome. It’s some where inside of us. It just takes a bigger part of you to release that will. Thank you Jocko and thank you echo. For the words and influence we absorb from you guys. Ps. It’s been a rough week, I thought some of you would like read and relate to someone that has it rough and remember that we all got problems, and if I can overcome you can do it too. Thanks for reading.
5:05 "One day, when I'm standing by the Lord, if it doesn't sound like yours I might be disappointed." The Hell Yeah. An awesome letter from a powerful listener.
"If the voice of the Lord doesn't sound like yours, I'd be disappointed..." That's straight up honor. You deserve it, Jocko, because you do, in your own way, represent the voice of God to people with your encouragement, discipline, and clean living.
I'm 16 Almost 17 and and never liked school, so I never did it. Listening to your podcast gets me motivated and see the purpose of doing my school. I now have the goal of joining the Canadian army once finishing my school. Thank you for doing this podcast.
Matthew B, if you go to the Canadian Armed Forces site they list the jobs with the forces that they are willing to invest the time and money in you to get your degree and then give you the experience. Good luck bud!
Stay in school young man ...give it everything you can ,work hard as you can to come out of it as a hard worker.. even if your grades arent the best the hard work will hold you in good stead in your adult life ..i got kicked out of school at 16 got an apprenticeship as a carpenter youngest apprentice in the state ..working 6 days a week with grown men and 18 year olds i had to work harder than them two years later im 18 and lifting 6 by 4 and marine ply had me physically stronger than half the guys on site and all my friends.. girls started noticing how much bigger and better i was and also how calm and composed compared to my friends ...working hard embracing the shit days getting up 5am doing it again made me the best person i could be ..should of stayed in school but made the most of my life anyway ....
That gives me tears. Super sweet. Putting your children's books under the tree this year. This tired mom is going to make a comeback. I have killer discipline. I need to stop covering it up and be my best friend. Love you Jocko! Keep bringing it! You rock!
I’m 22 years old and your podcast is constantly making me push harder I am an electrician and for a year or so was just content with whatever was happening I realized my life wasn’t going to get better without effort I started working harder Started making everything a race at work Not trying to make my coworkers look bad just to make myself look good wanted my work to be faster and higher quality then everyone else Not only did my mood improve but things I’ve always wanted started getting closer and attainable Your podcast gets me so hype to be alive sometimes Thanks man
S billings it's a fine trade, good demand, good pay (IF you play your cards right), difficult to be replaced because it's a specialized skill set. Get a license, a decent tool load out, OSHA 10, CPR & First Aide Certification and you will be very good to go. $2000 a week can be had for someone with these things and a decent amount of experience if you find the right spot.
Yes that attitude is applied in one area of life it seems into other areas. Holding a higher standard for yourself is the only way for growth. Respect to you!
Jocko, Goggins speeches have set me on a awesome path and saved my life. This has trickled down to my sons life. No excuses no feeling sorry for yourself no wasting time no victim mindset. Finally becoming the man I know God wants me to be. One person can make such a difference
Jocko, you’re a legend and you’ve changed my life. I work at the book store and we carry “discipline equals freedom” which is one of my “staff recommends” books. The world loves you. 🌹
I needed to hear this. After my military injury I became addicted to pain meds. Not just for the physical pain but to numb the mental pain. I have been 6 days sober and today has been a day I crave a pill for my mind, to numb it. You gave me the inspiration I needed to say not today. Don't worry about tomorrow. Just not today. Thank you from the depths of my heart.
Im a 20 year old who spent the last 2 years smoking A LOT of weed and drinking loads of alcohol partying every weekend. making fake friends with no purpose in life. 3 months after graduating haven't done weed and alcohol to a bare minimum. Hitting the gym 5 times a week, learned web design and SEO to start a blog and do some freelance work in the area. now my goal is to backpack the world and be a digital nomad. Mt. Everest base camp being my first destination. My point? you past has nothing to do with your future you CAN change your future. Just recognize what is toxic in your life, drop fucking doing it and start doing something you love! Jocko thanks for keeping me motivated to believe in myself.
Man thats amazing. Proud of those ambitions. I just finished doing ayahuasca in Peru and backpacking South America for seven months. Getting your life on track is a gradual fight up the mountain but well worth it. Im 29 and heading back to college. I also want to learn SEO at one point. Anyway, lets go after it.
This is the story of a warrior, there is no deeper darker hell hole than addiction & the tricks that can be played by the mind. War is hell but at least you can think death might deliver you to a peaceful place. Real hell has no exits, only more doors, more excuses, more lies and infinite regression into a bottomless pit that literally has no end. I imagine being a space warrior would be a similar situation. Ooh rah thank you for your service, may freedom ring.
Now, this one made me cry and it feels good. It resonates so close. Today I arrived at the gym at 4:30 am for the first time in my life and it felt so good to open the mall gates myself. Got my set of keys. First one there. Hell of a workout. Got some.
I love genuine REAL people they are naturally humorous in a great way. David Goggins and Jocko create the best advice and the best jokes - Not even trying.
Every time I hear people turning their lives around it reminds me of newbie gains at the gym. It's easier to stay motivated when you see progress when you're used to seeing failure, but it's harder to get that motivation when your life is at a decent spot but you don't want to stay at a stalemate. That's when you really have to look within and see how and why you want to change, while also being realistic. But hey, ground gained is ground gained and it adds up.
Goddamn, Jocko!!! You are a fucking MOTIVATOR!!!! Semper Fi! from this Marine on the 244th birthday of the Corps. One Fight! Keep bringing the motivation because I need it, for one. Thank you for all you do! You make a difference.
Truth be told not too many things make me cry now a days. But this right here made me shed a tear or two. How amazing it is to live on Earth where such amazing people exist (both Jocko, the person who wrote the letter to Jocko, and most likely the people reading this comment). So incredible, and I feel grateful that I can experience this, even if only through the screen of my iPhone.
This story gives me courage to execute my dream life. Im 35 now and working toward being in the best shape of my life by my 36th birthday in late 2020. Jocko's saying is in my head on repeat, "when I don't want to workout, I workout. When I dont want to get a task done, I get the task done." Love the content, keep up the good work.
I am 46yrs and been sober for 4 months .in my campaign to free and sober. On the warpath for positive knowledge to put in mental arsonal soberity toolbox and sharpen my mental tomahawk to be prepared. My word is displine for myself. Displine squeals freedom. Everyday is babysteps for me... Sharpening my tomahawk. I am doing great job. Been watching your vedios again inspiring me be to better...and stronger in my mind in a thinktank minded. I thank you for showing people knowledge to inspire people. I have extreme ownership book in my bag or my hand ready to read. Thanx and you for your service.
Jocko doesn’t push the easy fix.He keeps it simple and implies the inch by inch mantra.I know for a blue collar,not so educated guy like me,that works!!!
25 and civi.. Jocko you got me thinking on another level man. You are a man to look up to. Someone who I can see as a role model where I never had any.
That's a good story. You and Echo both are great influences on ALOT of people's lives and mindset. As well as your guest's. Including mine. Appreciate your podcasts and the knowledge you give, you do build self discipline in others and are well respected in many ways. Have a good weekend 🙏
Half way through so wanted to tell at that guy a "Get after it " of encouragement. Good for him. I'm 42, have spent the last year slaving and stressing on our new home. I was too tired to work out. Then while painting for 2 weeks straight I fell into listening to Jocko's podcasts. I have set a goal, I run 7km every day. Tomorrow I start work at 7am, so I'll have to get to work early and do a 9.5km run before work so I can hit the showers and be ready to go on time. I will be driving to work in my gear. Jocko's voice is in my head when I run, alternating between Uncle Jake mode and Jocko. Goggins is also in my head when I start to lag. I am going for promotion when it comes up. I've set my sights on a unit at work with a good esprit du corps and that will be my next goal. When the fitness test which includes a beep test, push ups sit ups overhead kettle bell, comes up again, I'm not going to just meet them minimum standard, I'm going to blow it out of the water. These podcasts have helped me enormously. Jocko's voice, it's funny how so many share the same experience, it's in our heads now. And I'm grateful for it.
To the person who wrote that letter. Good on you. You are an inspiration. My dad was in a similar situation and he has since made positive progression in his lifestyle. It is tough, but worth it. One day at a time. Thank you for sharing and keep being better.
Im kinda new here, just subscribed after watching 8 of your videos. This one almost made me cry. I wish there were more people like your out there or at least parents like you. I wish my dad would have been like you, Im sure i would have been a different person. Im changing tomorrow morning!
Inspiring letter. I've done ok in life, used to be a total gym rat after college, but this year kind of got down in the dumps a bit, due somewhat to Covid-19 and limited social interaction, and a bit of burn out at work. Gym fell off big time. Stumbled upon your podcast in the middle of June and after about a week of listening something clicked. I think it was the episode that Rose was on and listening to her story really put life in perspective and kind of showed me that I have a lot to be happy about and really nothing to complain about regardless of what is going on in the world. Made me realize a lot of that "little stuff" didn't matter and was useless to dwell on. Started going to bed and getting up earlier, started working out daily again, even if it was just 20-30 minutes, just to do something. My diet was still garbage so at the start of July I went on a smoothie/shake diet fast basically surviving every day with 3-4 veggie/fruit protein shakes with a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast and a chicken breast for dinner. I thought it would last a week, but now I'm starting the 5th week. I used to eat McDonalds 2-3 times a week, haven't had it in over a month. I feel great, my body feels good and I've been killing it with workouts pretty much every day. I did 50+ push ups in a row the other day(I go for push up max every other day) and that's the first time I've been able to do that since college. I have so much more energy and less stress and it's amazing how quickly that change occurs when you just take control and start doing things. It's going to sound cliche as hell, but not sure I'd be in this state of mind if I hadn't found your podcast. Hope you and Echo continue this for a long time because you are inspiring to a lot of people.
Your books and pod cast are helping me focus on the training the military has provided me and having it applied to my medical practice to transform it.
Awesome email. I started listening to Jocko a couple of yrs ago while working a second job. Super motivating & inspirational. Keep up the great content
I relate so much to this, Jocko has inspired me in a way nobody ever had; after 10 years without doing any kind of exercise I’m back at it after listening to many episodes and reading one of the books; thanks for ignite the fire inside me Jocko!!!
For some reason, I nearly teared up when he said the book that he read was the Way of the Warrior Kid. I too was surprised at how impactful that book was on me.
Mr Willink we all have to appreciate for your podcast. We all have our downs But somebody says GET SOME. By the way happy easter and greetings from Germany 🇩🇪
Jocko, deeply appreciate your motivation ! I had wasted so much time since high school, disappointing myself and I am now 20 years old. It seems it’s kind of late, however, it is lucky for me to see u. I start to work hard and set goals, hopefully, one year later of today - 21/10/2020, I would be proud of myself and be the guy sending you the letter of success path!
Fantastic. Including the advice of, "start small." For those (of us) with perfectionistic tendencies, wanting to start everything all at once can lead to planning paralysis. But, start now, and plan, and start again, and plan and refine and add something else, and do more and more over time, and that can work, I am finding.
Thankyou for the most informative real life podcast ever to be put out there period . You walk the talk , thankyou for helping buy showing us how and not just forgetting about everyone else like most leaders do this is what you have been called to do your Spot on everything you teach .
Man, this one hits home. I started abusing substances around age 11 and was a full blown alcoholic/ addict by 17. Last holiday season, at age 38, I checked myself into an inpatient recovery program and I've been alcohol free ever since (about 13 months). I've spent this time so far simply learning to live sober. I am now ready to get after some gains at the gym and about to embark on that journey. Just being sober feels great. Can't wait to add in some physical fitness. Thanks for everything, Jocko. I love the podcast and will soon buy your books. Your words are quite encouraging. It's not you making the changes for people, but the fire you ignite in a troubled soul such as mine is just as significant. Keep up the good work, sir!
Wow. What a story. Really touched me. I've been through similar shit myself, and came to similar conclusions. The body (and perhaps even more so the mind) will get used to anything, I used to be all about quick pleasure and being comfortable, getting fucked up and having fun. I hated being uncomfortable. Still do. But these days, I am more used to that, pushing myself to doing things that are hard but productive, than to sitting around and being lazy. Now I go crazy if I'm not constantly exposing myself to doing things I know I should do but don't want to. I hate working out. But I hate NOT working out even more. I hate being uncomfortable, but I hate sitting around and doing nothing WAY more. Dead wood doesn't grow. Very relatable story anyway, thanks to whoever wrote it.
In my opinion Jocko it is both, you lay out what has worked for you, and a person says to themselves "I want to change" and goes looking for someone who has experience it that area. You give a clear framework for many people to build on. Thanks Jocko, all your suffering and sacrifice is now helping many take one step at a time through pain and discouragement.
Jocko helped inspire me to stop being fat. I found keto and dropped 75lbs in just over 3 months and have been hired into our volunteer firefighter training. I also bought extreme ownership for myself and way of the warrior kid for my 5yr old daughter and now she is starting jujitsu. Thank you jacko!
Everything we do is CHOICE. Whether it is a good or bad decision it comes down to CHOICE. Regardless our challenges in Life, Family, Work Etc. CHOICE a person needs to assess and the right CHOICE. Thanks Jocko.
Jocko same here! I’ve lost 40 pounds in three months, sober and clean four months. Two a day workouts, 50 x4 leg raises weights and I’m getting jacked! Good work to this guy he’s kicking ass! You have inspired me and I’ve realized I need to stand up put my shoulders back (Jordon Peterson) move forth to make a better me to make a better world for others! Thank you keep these coming
Jocko was my biggest motivation In kicking a long term heroin addiction. Two years clean now , thank you sir...
Update: 4 YEARS CLEAN GOOD!!!!!
Respect to you - every day you move forward you're going to find your life's becoming awesome.
Respect, you are amazing!
F’n awesome brother. Keep getting after it. May Jesus bless you
Jocko's vids are amazing but your comment has changed my life, I'm now 7 days clean (amphetamines) and counting. Thank you, I think you know how much this means. So thank you.
Good job
This legit made me shed a tear. Just put one foot in front of the other and eventually you'll start running... thank you
Beautful!
This podcast has pushed me through a break up with my fiancé of 5 years. I will conquer the beast and get after it, one step at a time.
Stay strong brother!
Good luck my friend. Maybe post an update on how it's been the last 9 months?
@@jamesbenedictlim7183 it’s been solid. Ex has reached out a few times but nothing regarding reconciliation. Last I talked to her was back in late October. Aside from that, focusing on my career, education, exercising and jiu jitsu. Living my life to the best of my abilities and not looking back. It gets better. I’m well over a year since the break up and I’m stronger than ever!
@@charliemvrphy I'm glad to hear it!! You and Jocko inspire me. Keep going on the path and keep getting after it. I'll be sure to try and do the same!!!
@@charliemvrphy I was going to ask for an update, glad that someone already asked for it. GOOD. Nicely done, man.
I have this clip on replay. 7+ times to count. My name is Jose. I am a 26 year old Hispanic American. I currently got laid off. And I’m about loose my home (studio). I am a week in before I am not able to make ends meet. To add I am a dad to a cool little pupp. Makes my situation a little more harder. If I had the wrong mentality I probably would’ve taken my life by now. But, that’s not the way I do things. I don’t let the pressure ‘RUN’ me I RUN at it. I’ve implemented lifting weights and conditioning for the most part of my life. Every time I listen to both of you speak about discipline, I feel a sense of pride. Because I understand every one of your words. When the pressure takes me down, your podcast, your voice, and words get me back up. A bigger push to get that grind in. To overcome. To GET IT DONE. Speaking to the public* if you can relate to my situation then my biggest respect to you. You know that will. if you can’t...know you have the will power to resist and to overcome. It’s some where inside of us. It just takes a bigger part of you to release that will. Thank you Jocko and thank you echo. For the words and influence we absorb from you guys. Ps. It’s been a rough week, I thought some of you would like read and relate to someone that has it rough and remember that we all got problems, and if I can overcome you can do it too. Thanks for reading.
5:05 "One day, when I'm standing by the Lord, if it doesn't sound like yours I might be disappointed." The Hell Yeah.
An awesome letter from a powerful listener.
Yeah that was awesome
"If the voice of the Lord doesn't sound like yours, I'd be disappointed..." That's straight up honor. You deserve it, Jocko, because you do, in your own way, represent the voice of God to people with your encouragement, discipline, and clean living.
Asai why not give Honor to Jesus Christ who all Honor is due.
I thought it was going to be temporary... now its going to be PERMANENT.
I'm 16 Almost 17 and and never liked school, so I never did it. Listening to your podcast gets me motivated and see the purpose of doing my school. I now have the goal of joining the Canadian army once finishing my school.
Thank you for doing this podcast.
Matthew B good for you man
Matthew B, if you go to the Canadian Armed Forces site they list the jobs with the forces that they are willing to invest the time and money in you to get your degree and then give you the experience. Good luck bud!
Stay in school young man ...give it everything you can ,work hard as you can to come out of it as a hard worker.. even if your grades arent the best the hard work will hold you in good stead in your adult life ..i got kicked out of school at 16 got an apprenticeship as a carpenter youngest apprentice in the state ..working 6 days a week with grown men and 18 year olds i had to work harder than them two years later im 18 and lifting 6 by 4 and marine ply had me physically stronger than half the guys on site and all my friends.. girls started noticing how much bigger and better i was and also how calm and composed compared to my friends ...working hard embracing the shit days getting up 5am doing it again made me the best person i could be ..should of stayed in school but made the most of my life anyway ....
Please keep this attitude!!!
Same thing bro now i am also joining indian army next year and i am same age , by giving an entrance exam and work for it
That gives me tears. Super sweet. Putting your children's books under the tree this year. This tired mom is going to make a comeback. I have killer discipline. I need to stop covering it up and be my best friend. Love you Jocko! Keep bringing it! You rock!
Carley Smith get it madame! Thank you for your comment 🙏🏼
Get after it!!! You WILL do it!
I’m 22 years old and your podcast is constantly making me push harder
I am an electrician and for a year or so was just content with whatever was happening I realized my life wasn’t going to get better without effort
I started working harder
Started making everything a race at work
Not trying to make my coworkers look bad just to make myself look good wanted my work to be faster and higher quality then everyone else
Not only did my mood improve but things I’ve always wanted started getting closer and attainable
Your podcast gets me so hype to be alive sometimes
Thanks man
Slippery When wet it turns into a game.. doing it right the first time with less steps than the next guy
MiquelSanchez we play the Jocko Podcast driving from job to job 🔌
S billings it's a fine trade, good demand, good pay (IF you play your cards right), difficult to be replaced because it's a specialized skill set. Get a license, a decent tool load out, OSHA 10, CPR & First Aide Certification and you will be very good to go. $2000 a week can be had for someone with these things and a decent amount of experience if you find the right spot.
I'm an electrician as well and I would like to meet you.
Yes that attitude is applied in one area of life it seems into other areas. Holding a higher standard for yourself is the only way for growth. Respect to you!
I’m not crying. You’re crying!
Hope this man who wrote this letter is reading this: we’re goddamn proud of you❤️
I can relate to this, I'm a recovering alcoholic, discipline and exercise is the key, thanks Jocko
Jocko, Goggins speeches have set me on a awesome path and saved my life. This has trickled down to my sons life. No excuses no feeling sorry for yourself no wasting time no victim mindset. Finally becoming the man I know God wants me to be. One person can make such a difference
Jocko, you’re a legend and you’ve changed my life. I work at the book store and we carry “discipline equals freedom” which is one of my “staff recommends” books. The world loves you. 🌹
God bless America! HOO RAH! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
I needed to hear this. After my military injury I became addicted to pain meds. Not just for the physical pain but to numb the mental pain. I have been 6 days sober and today has been a day I crave a pill for my mind, to numb it. You gave me the inspiration I needed to say not today. Don't worry about tomorrow. Just not today. Thank you from the depths of my heart.
Keep it up you got this
GOOD
Im a 20 year old who spent the last 2 years smoking A LOT of weed and drinking loads of alcohol partying every weekend. making fake friends with no purpose in life.
3 months after graduating haven't done weed and alcohol to a bare minimum. Hitting the gym 5 times a week, learned web design and SEO to start a blog and do some freelance work in the area. now my goal is to backpack the world and be a digital nomad. Mt. Everest base camp being my first destination.
My point? you past has nothing to do with your future you CAN change your future. Just recognize what is toxic in your life, drop fucking doing it and start doing something you love!
Jocko thanks for keeping me motivated to believe in myself.
Man thats amazing. Proud of those ambitions. I just finished doing ayahuasca in Peru and backpacking South America for seven months. Getting your life on track is a gradual fight up the mountain but well worth it. Im 29 and heading back to college. I also want to learn SEO at one point. Anyway, lets go after it.
Thanks for giving that man's testimony a voice, Jocko. It is really powerful.
that's a good day when you get to read a letter like that! Kinda makes it alot easier to keep doing your thing?
cheers brother
Congratz to the guy in the letter!
Thank you Mr. Willink for your inspirations. I pass down lessons to my sons, you pass down lessons to me. It's fun to learn.
This is the story of a warrior, there is no deeper darker hell hole than addiction & the tricks that can be played by the mind. War is hell but at least you can think death might deliver you to a peaceful place. Real hell has no exits, only more doors, more excuses, more lies and infinite regression into a bottomless pit that literally has no end. I imagine being a space warrior would be a similar situation. Ooh rah thank you for your service, may freedom ring.
👆 that was Awesome
Now, this one made me cry and it feels good. It resonates so close. Today I arrived at the gym at 4:30 am for the first time in my life and it felt so good to open the mall gates myself. Got my set of keys. First one there. Hell of a workout. Got some.
I love genuine REAL people they are naturally humorous in a great way. David Goggins and Jocko create the best advice and the best jokes - Not even trying.
Every time I hear people turning their lives around it reminds me of newbie gains at the gym. It's easier to stay motivated when you see progress when you're used to seeing failure, but it's harder to get that motivation when your life is at a decent spot but you don't want to stay at a stalemate. That's when you really have to look within and see how and why you want to change, while also being realistic. But hey, ground gained is ground gained and it adds up.
Goddamn, Jocko!!! You are a fucking MOTIVATOR!!!! Semper Fi! from this Marine on the 244th birthday of the Corps. One Fight! Keep bringing the motivation because I need it, for one. Thank you for all you do! You make a difference.
This is amazing. We can all hear his words and say we're going to listen, but nothing will happen until we actually apply the message.
Truth be told not too many things make me cry now a days. But this right here made me shed a tear or two. How amazing it is to live on Earth where such amazing people exist (both Jocko, the person who wrote the letter to Jocko, and most likely the people reading this comment). So incredible, and I feel grateful that I can experience this, even if only through the screen of my iPhone.
Thank you jocko
This story gives me courage to execute my dream life. Im 35 now and working toward being in the best shape of my life by my 36th birthday in late 2020. Jocko's saying is in my head on repeat, "when I don't want to workout, I workout. When I dont want to get a task done, I get the task done." Love the content, keep up the good work.
Honestly Jocko you influenced my life for the better and I appreciate you for that. 🤙
We are all capable of SO MUCH MORE!
Sergio Bucciarelli stay away from.... THE DRINK
I am 46yrs and been sober for 4 months .in my campaign to free and sober. On the warpath for positive knowledge to put in mental arsonal soberity toolbox and sharpen my mental tomahawk to be prepared. My word is displine for myself. Displine squeals freedom. Everyday is babysteps for me... Sharpening my tomahawk. I am doing great job. Been watching your vedios again inspiring me be to better...and stronger in my mind in a thinktank minded. I thank you for showing people knowledge to inspire people. I have extreme ownership book in my bag or my hand ready to read. Thanx and you for your service.
Awesome letter, thank you for sharing. Jocko, it is true we do the work but you're answering the call to inspire.
Jocko doesn’t push the easy fix.He keeps it simple and implies the inch by inch mantra.I know for a blue collar,not so educated guy like me,that works!!!
25 and civi.. Jocko you got me thinking on another level man. You are a man to look up to. Someone who I can see as a role model where I never had any.
That's a good story. You and Echo both are great influences on ALOT of people's lives and mindset. As well as your guest's. Including mine. Appreciate your podcasts and the knowledge you give, you do build self discipline in others and are well respected in many ways. Have a good weekend 🙏
Thank you for all you do Jocko, you too Echo!
Humble words from Jocko! My respect... Greeting from Chile!
Half way through so wanted to tell at that guy a "Get after it " of encouragement. Good for him.
I'm 42, have spent the last year slaving and stressing on our new home. I was too tired to work out. Then while painting for 2 weeks straight I fell into listening to Jocko's podcasts. I have set a goal, I run 7km every day. Tomorrow I start work at 7am, so I'll have to get to work early and do a 9.5km run before work so I can hit the showers and be ready to go on time. I will be driving to work in my gear.
Jocko's voice is in my head when I run, alternating between Uncle Jake mode and Jocko. Goggins is also in my head when I start to lag.
I am going for promotion when it comes up. I've set my sights on a unit at work with a good esprit du corps and that will be my next goal. When the fitness test which includes a beep test, push ups sit ups overhead kettle bell, comes up again, I'm not going to just meet them minimum standard, I'm going to blow it out of the water.
These podcasts have helped me enormously.
Jocko's voice, it's funny how so many share the same experience, it's in our heads now. And I'm grateful for it.
To the person who wrote that letter. Good on you. You are an inspiration. My dad was in a similar situation and he has since made positive progression in his lifestyle. It is tough, but worth it. One day at a time. Thank you for sharing and keep being better.
Yours, Joe's, and Andy's podcasts have helped me more than I could ever say or thank.. but thank you
I have listened to this for years, always gets me through a hard work or hard time. Jocko is one of my heroes
The first jocko podcast that reduced me to tears- powerful stuff! Keep preaching jocko! 🙌🏼
This letter hit home and made me very emotion. Thank you for the share!! 💝💝💝
My second grade class and I love this book (Way of the Warrior Kid). We made a warrior code for our class. So cool. Thanks Uncle Jake
You did it...You are the MAN...All my respect for you!!!
Good bless you sir.... Keep working and pushing.
Im kinda new here, just subscribed after watching 8 of your videos. This one almost made me cry. I wish there were more people like your out there or at least parents like you. I wish my dad would have been like you, Im sure i would have been a different person. Im changing tomorrow morning!
Jocko, you are the older brother that I needed. Thanks for doing what you do. The world can be a little better than it used to be.
Inspiring letter. I've done ok in life, used to be a total gym rat after college, but this year kind of got down in the dumps a bit, due somewhat to Covid-19 and limited social interaction, and a bit of burn out at work. Gym fell off big time. Stumbled upon your podcast in the middle of June and after about a week of listening something clicked. I think it was the episode that Rose was on and listening to her story really put life in perspective and kind of showed me that I have a lot to be happy about and really nothing to complain about regardless of what is going on in the world. Made me realize a lot of that "little stuff" didn't matter and was useless to dwell on. Started going to bed and getting up earlier, started working out daily again, even if it was just 20-30 minutes, just to do something. My diet was still garbage so at the start of July I went on a smoothie/shake diet fast basically surviving every day with 3-4 veggie/fruit protein shakes with a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast and a chicken breast for dinner. I thought it would last a week, but now I'm starting the 5th week. I used to eat McDonalds 2-3 times a week, haven't had it in over a month. I feel great, my body feels good and I've been killing it with workouts pretty much every day. I did 50+ push ups in a row the other day(I go for push up max every other day) and that's the first time I've been able to do that since college. I have so much more energy and less stress and it's amazing how quickly that change occurs when you just take control and start doing things. It's going to sound cliche as hell, but not sure I'd be in this state of mind if I hadn't found your podcast. Hope you and Echo continue this for a long time because you are inspiring to a lot of people.
Your books and pod cast are helping me focus on the training the military has provided me and having it applied to my medical practice to transform it.
Awesome email. I started listening to Jocko a couple of yrs ago while working a second job. Super motivating & inspirational. Keep up the great content
TY for everything!!!Best motivation ever!!!
I relate so much to this, Jocko has inspired me in a way nobody ever had; after 10 years without doing any kind of exercise I’m back at it after listening to many episodes and reading one of the books; thanks for ignite the fire inside me Jocko!!!
Excellent and this is so inspiring.
Thank you for what you do Jocko.
Wow ! Definitely got emotional . Thank you so much for sharing.
For some reason, I nearly teared up when he said the book that he read was the Way of the Warrior Kid. I too was surprised at how impactful that book was on me.
Mr Willink we all have to appreciate for your podcast. We all have our downs But somebody says GET SOME.
By the way happy easter and greetings from Germany 🇩🇪
Jocko, deeply appreciate your motivation ! I had wasted so much time since high school, disappointing myself and I am now 20 years old. It seems it’s kind of late, however, it is lucky for me to see u. I start to work hard and set goals, hopefully, one year later of today - 21/10/2020, I would be proud of myself and be the guy sending you the letter of success path!
That was awesome. I love listening to Jocko, it's great stuff and I've been able to apply to my life and I have been doing great.
Thank you echo I’ve been waiting for you to post this one! Thank you jocko!
Fantastic.
Including the advice of, "start small." For those (of us) with perfectionistic tendencies, wanting to start everything all at once can lead to planning paralysis.
But, start now, and plan, and start again, and plan and refine and add something else, and do more and more over time, and that can work, I am finding.
So good!! Love hearing about people's improvement!
Jocko, you have clear concise NO BS motivation that you speak. Thank you for being an awesome blessing 🇺🇸
Thankyou for the most informative real life podcast ever to be put out there period . You walk the talk , thankyou for helping buy showing us how and not just forgetting about everyone else like most leaders do this is what you have been called to do your Spot on everything you teach .
stayed away from THE DRINK
GOD BLESS YOU FOREVER. ''LEAD YOUR TEAM............... TO VICTORY''.
Wow! That is Awesome and inspiring!! Thank you for the Podcast, books and inspiration Jocko!
I learned the most about how to lead with direction from your podcast
Man, this one hits home. I started abusing substances around age 11 and was a full blown alcoholic/ addict by 17. Last holiday season, at age 38, I checked myself into an inpatient recovery program and I've been alcohol free ever since (about 13 months). I've spent this time so far simply learning to live sober. I am now ready to get after some gains at the gym and about to embark on that journey. Just being sober feels great. Can't wait to add in some physical fitness. Thanks for everything, Jocko. I love the podcast and will soon buy your books. Your words are quite encouraging. It's not you making the changes for people, but the fire you ignite in a troubled soul such as mine is just as significant. Keep up the good work, sir!
Love Everything about this 💥🤘💥
I needed to hear that. Thank you!
Joko is DA BEST. END LINE.
Jokko :my biggest source of motivation!! Thank you
Great message! Thanks for sharing. Congrats to that man for taking the action.
Your awesome Jocko GOD bless you.
Thanks for sharing Jocko.
My thoughts entirely! Defeat is not an option...it's nice to know people still write letters, those that can still write, that is!
Good words of wisdom from a man who leads by example
Wow. What a story. Really touched me. I've been through similar shit myself, and came to similar conclusions. The body (and perhaps even more so the mind) will get used to anything, I used to be all about quick pleasure and being comfortable, getting fucked up and having fun. I hated being uncomfortable. Still do. But these days, I am more used to that, pushing myself to doing things that are hard but productive, than to sitting around and being lazy. Now I go crazy if I'm not constantly exposing myself to doing things I know I should do but don't want to. I hate working out. But I hate NOT working out even more. I hate being uncomfortable, but I hate sitting around and doing nothing WAY more. Dead wood doesn't grow.
Very relatable story anyway, thanks to whoever wrote it.
In my opinion Jocko it is both, you lay out what has worked for you, and a person says to themselves "I want to change" and goes looking for someone who has experience it that area.
You give a clear framework for many people to build on.
Thanks Jocko, all your suffering and sacrifice is now helping many take one step at a time through pain and discouragement.
This is just what I need right now. Thanks J
Just wow! And thank you for the podcast Mr. Willink! Over
Jocko helped inspire me to stop being fat. I found keto and dropped 75lbs in just over 3 months and have been hired into our volunteer firefighter training. I also bought extreme ownership for myself and way of the warrior kid for my 5yr old daughter and now she is starting jujitsu. Thank you jacko!
Thank you for your influence on my mind and life. On little step on little victory at a time.
God bless you brother 🙏
That letter was BEAUTIFUL! Here's an example of prose that can be so much more beautiful than poetry.
Love it man!!!!
That is so awesome. Praise God.
He’s right
It isn’t me, it’s you
You are the one getting up every day and getting after it
Good job
Thanks, I needed that
Your a god send and hero !
Everything we do is CHOICE. Whether it is a good or bad decision it comes down to CHOICE. Regardless our challenges in Life, Family, Work Etc. CHOICE a person needs to assess and the right CHOICE. Thanks Jocko.
THANK YOU SIR YOUR MOTIVATION HAS GOT MY ASS BACK IN GEAR
Jocko same here! I’ve lost 40 pounds in three months, sober and clean four months. Two a day workouts, 50 x4 leg raises weights and I’m getting jacked! Good work to this guy he’s kicking ass! You have inspired me and I’ve realized I need to stand up put my shoulders back (Jordon Peterson) move forth to make a better me to make a better world for others! Thank you keep these coming
Nothing but Inspirational. Well done to the man who wrote in.
This guy is the absolute GOAT
JOCKO! You awesome!