Jocko has a pretty strong opinion about people having opinions.

Got up at 5 AM. already did a bunch of sit ups and push-ups and biked for 30 minutes. Feel great thanks jocko.

A friend asked me what I thought of the war in Israel. I told her I don't know anything about it and don't want to know about it, that it's out of my control and I much rather focus on myself and what I can control. That was a few weeks ago, and now this video comes out so it's good to know I was on the right path.

yup, social media has conditioned people to become reactionary about literally anything

This is straight from Marcus Aurelius.

My Grandma has read the Bible cover to cover many many many times and you'll never catch her saying that she knows anything about it nor Christianity. The more she read the less she had opinions - but if you watched her she would just live out her beliefs - to the benefit of many people.

I was raised in a home with a parent that had a drug addicted while the other had a gambling and drinking addiction. We were VERY poor. Today I am 25 yrs old. My wife and I pastor a church and we are very blessed! These principles are great.

I have stopped making vocal opinions. Iam also less inclined to have opinions in matters I know little about. It has changed my interactions with people a lot for the better.

“Given how many people hold firm opinions on topics about which they are not fully informed and about which they have not thought enough, it is good for students to learn that suspending belief is sometimes not only an option but the best option.” - David Benatar, _Teaching Ethics for Everyday_

" I don't know enough about that topic to have an opinion" is one of my favorite sentances.

Every time I form a knee-jerk opinion, I actively attempt to purge it. Sometimes the intrusive thought takes hold, but I still attempt to delete it all the time. C'est la vie.

This is so true because my weather app sucks and they’re always giving their opinion and they’re always wrong

There is a song in Brazil who you made me remember "I prefer be this wandering metamorphose, than have that old opinion formed about everything"

I'm glad I kept listening. My initial impression was more confusion than anything else, but I know 2 things. 1: Jocko thinks before he speaks, and this video isn't likely to be "the one time" he doesn't. And 2: Language often fails us because there are too damned many words that mean similar things and wind up getting used interchangeably. As I kept listening (I'm legally blind, so I 'listen' to vids), I came to agree with what Jocko was saying as a concept. I "think" the disconnect was the word "Opinion". I "think" a better word that's closer to the message here might be "Assertion". I may be wrong, and I certainly don't want to put words in anyone's mouth. But to my mind opinions are automatic. We encounter a thing and we naturally form opinions on that thing. If we're wise, we don't think of those opinions as concrete facts, and are constantly refining them. When we "Assert" a thing, we're confident that we're right. We say a thing or think a thing with confidence (and often with arrogance). For me, when I swapped Opinion for assertion for this bit of excellent advice, everything clicked into place. Again, not putting words in Jocko's (or anyone else's) mouth. This just helped me reconcile the premise with what I know about Jocko and language as a whole. I hope this is helpful to someone. Thanks, Jocko. :) ~Blinky

"Family not supporting your Jiu Jitsu training schedule." Why do I feel like this was a lot of inspiration for this video :D

This is genius level advice: i used to have resentment and hatred with regards to certain things. The negativity consumed a big chunk of my day and made my quality of life very low. Once I got to start learning and reading and researching and exposing myself to these things, the less it consumed me. Instead I started to feel compassion and pity for those who I previously considered my enemies.

JOCKO for President!!!

“It is in our power to have no opinion about a thing, and not to be disturbed in our soul,” Marcus Aurelius writes. And this is because “the things themselves have no natural power to form our judgements.” Only we, ourselves, can do that. And you can bet he knew a thing or two about life...

God bless brother and stay safe Semper fi

I wish this was a viral short and shareable. This resonates with people. Myself included.

I needed this really bad. I realized that I was becoming a little bit egotist and ignorant because of my opinion . I’ll keep it in check from now on. Thank you again Jocko

Don't need to worry about things that are outside of your control.. including other people's opinions..

I actually say sometimes, in my arrogant and ignorant opinion 😂 slowly I've been learning that sometimes when I don't say anything It's better and I learn more. Still fail sometimes, It's a journey. Thank you Mr. Willink ❤ We love you!

Thanks Jocko and Echo. Started listening several years ago. It's wild how much y'all have helped my life. I've also shared your work with other people. Specifically one thing buck changed his life bc of your influence. He would have been in prison or dead. He had terrible parents who didn't raise him. I had to chew his ass one day, but more as a father figure. I then introduced him to your work. He's now a highschool graduate, a manager, and still tracking. Thanks. 🤘🇺🇸🤘

the more you know about sonething the more you'll realize things are much more complicated than you could have ever imagined. and also, in some ways, less complicated. this is why experts exist. the internet has convinced people that they have more knowledge than they actually do

there is nothing wrong with having an opinion untill it s really humble

Dang needed this today. I made a comment about a news topic to another coworker today and had another third party come in and blast his opinion on it looking for an argument.

good morning.

Timely wisdom. Thanks, guys

At war with the man in the mirror as I write this as I work as I prove to my family I am not my mistakes and I am learning and doing whatever it's going to require from me to be built better by my advisors and motivators as I once was this way, the familiarity is painfully humbling finally Witnessing my ego and where it has gotten in the way. Thank you for this. I am utilizing this advice and shall apply it now

Well said Jocko. Imo ppl will get themselves mentally wrapped up with emotions connected to their opinions on things outside themselves because they feel like they need stability in their understandings. In reality stability comes from within.

Thanks for the encouragement 👍

Thanks for sharing good point 🤝

Great words of wisdom.

Wow I needed this

Hey Jocko you are so right. Not much opinion is based in real experience.

Always try to keep your cup empty is what comes to mind

Great lesson that everybody needs to learn in life, and one we have all fallen prey to.

My favorite saying is “Don’t get me to lying to ya because I ain’t got a damn clue”. 😂

Well said

I need to start listening to the jocko under ground

Partially agree.

I hear what your saying, and I don't know that I've heard that expressed that way before.

This applies to business. I'm a brand and content strategist, and I immediately spot the newbies (or scams) because they're quick to say they know the right way to market. There's literally no one right way to market. There's so much nuance because business (especially branding) is so personalized. One of the only strong opinions about business I have is "focusing on your audience and running an ethical business are solid ways to create a sustainable business with repeat customers." But what's considered ethical might differ between people, hence...nuance.

At my age I have very little opinion on much. Found a lot more value in shutting up and listening.

Jocko’s opinion on opinions that keep on opinionating opinions on opinions at 3am

Seems Jocko has a very strong opinion on this... Just a thought.

so damn true

The law of non judgement...helps put the racing mind and ego at ease...you dont need to have an opinion about everything

So true

Big huge gargantuan opinion.

Jocko and echo 2024

Good topic

I knew guy like this. He become RCMP officer. Now he is “legally” enforcing his opinion upon others.

awesome

Good stuff

because everything is a lie, & I've been lied to for so long. I have to know about everything and have an opinion on.

00:10 🤔 Having an opinion on everything might not be beneficial; refrain from strong opinions on everything. 01:34 🧠 Strong opinions can impact emotions, attitude, and mindset, affecting your overall outlook. 02:29 🤷‍♂ The stronger your opinion, the less you may truly know; openness to different perspectives indicates deeper knowledge. 03:56 🤐 Less opinion often leads to more learning and understanding; avoid unnecessary arguments over subjective matters. 05:35 🤔 Challenging someone aggressively with a strong opinion rarely convinces them; it often closes their mind to alternativeperspectives. 06:50 🧭 Admitting uncertainty ('I'm not sure,' 'I don't know') can open your mind for learning and constructive discussions. 07:04 🤝 Open-minded discussions lead to personal growth, productivity, and a more constructive contribution to communities.

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It can take a little discipline to tame the ego but it worth it. After all, nobody wants to look childish because of narrow sitedness. Oppinions should exist but not to be to closely linked to personal identity. Othervise people that stand for nothing fall for anything.

"Only" a sith deal in absolutes. 😂😁👍🏾

.... everybody has one....

It seems like Jocko has a big opinion on this subject😉

Does anyone know a direct link to the rest of this podcast? I havent registerdd or paid yet but did look at the recent podcasts that are listed and didnt see

DUDE!! ECHO CHARLES-- I DIDNT KNOW YOU PRODUCED RENATO LARANJAS SHOW 😂😂😂😂😂 PLLLLLEASE BRING HIM ON AS A GUEST!! HAVENT HEARD FROM UNCLE RENACH FOR A LONG TIMEY

Its called the dunning kruger effect...

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Shit… I’m so guilty of this. I need to get my big giant ego under control.

I used to be concerned about my lack of strong opinions, but not anymore.

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That's your opinion.

Wish subscription was a bit cheaper, around 2.99/3.99 a month. Love the content but finding time can be difficult so I'd miss episodes. Or perhaps a discount for Echelon Front subscribers? Yes, that's my opinion haha. In all honesty it's nice to hear this being talked about. Thank you!

1:thess 4:11,12🤐

1 Corinthians 2:1-5 KJV [1]And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God. [2]For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified. [3]And I was with you in weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling. [4]And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: [5]That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.

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After years of study I think its incredibly important for people to learn why central banking is bad.

I have opinion about how we suddenly looking 20 years older than we should

I really can't say, don't have any opinion on it.

Question: In everyday life you have to make a lot of decisions which are related to topics you know sh*t about. You can not be an expert in all of those topics. If research the opinion of experts, you notice, as jocko explained, that they often disagree. How do you decide in this case?

I thought on this, and my biggest opinion happens to be that free speech is important in america, I sit and reflect on this wondering if my opinion is wrong, maybe Free Speech isn't important... but with reasoning and critical thinking I know that this is a fact not an opinion...

Who gives a fuck what I think anyway? And, if someone ask you what you think about something, they probably just want to argue about it haha. Unless it’s Inner Circle I don’t care either.

How come your videos never show uo in my feed?

Would you rather be right or happy?

I know what i know , John ... ISTAR

i know i should take ownership. but why didnt you tell me this 5 years ago?

Well Antonio has a big problem with Jane, not with alcohol. Alcohol is just the consequence.

Sounds like Jocko has a pretty big opinion on people both having big opinions. I heard somewhere that this means he knows less. 🤔

Sounds like he has a big opinion about big opinions 😉 Agree entirely though.

The listening experience for your podcast will be infinitely better if you use a pop filter. Please Jocko, use a pop filter.

I remember when people would ask me what my opinion on things like Israel-hamas are and I would tell them that I don't have one. They would proceed to call me a coward for not 'picking a side'.

😂I've got an opinion on what I know about, now teach me something I don't know about 🤔🤣I'm ready for a kick or throw to learn (edit) I haven't said IMHO for years. It's been MO, or not even stating my thoughts directly.

This is how other people will step all over you

People who think they are always right are really annoying to people like me who actually are.

This happened to me at work, I let a coworker get in my head with his "Gov is out to get you" ideology and it ruined my life and relationship without noticing it until my girl cheated on me. Nonetheless, DO NOT LET THIS STUFF HAPPEN TO YOU!!!!! Jocko is completely right, let them talk and move on with your life or just tell them youre not interested in that. Sometimes we let things get to us because we're bored or seek validation through attention. Fuck that! stay focused on the things you have control over!

I'm not republican, I'm anti-aristocratic and anti-oligarichical. People rule, to do so, I rule thoughtfully.

if you are eating pumpkin pie after a workout your mouth is too full for opinions.

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Omg if I never talk again, people will think I’m a genius But before I do, I have an opinion on why there are black squirrels in some cities, and not others. But I will respect and not say anything about it

Jocko has a very strongly held opinion that no one should hold strong opinions

At what point do you have enough knowledge to have an opinion?