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Discipline Equals Freedom: Field Manual Hardcover – October 17, 2017
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FIND YOUR WILL, FIND YOUR DISCIPLINE--AND YOU WILL FIND YOUR FREEDOM
Jocko Willink's methods for success were born in the SEAL Teams, where he spent most of his adult life, enlisting after high school and rising through the ranks to become the commander of the most highly decorated special operations unit of the war in Iraq. In Discipline Equals Freedom, the #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Extreme Ownership describes how he lives that mantra: the mental and physical disciplines he imposes on himself in order to achieve freedom in all aspects of life. Many books offer advice on how to overcome obstacles and reach your goals―but that advice often misses the most critical ingredient: discipline. Without discipline, there will be no real progress. Discipline Equals Freedom covers it all, including strategies and tactics for conquering weakness, procrastination, and fear, and specific physical training presented in workouts for beginner, intermediate, and advanced athletes, and even the best sleep habits and food intake recommended to optimize performance.
Within these pages discover the keys to becoming stronger, smarter, faster, and healthier. There is only one way to achieve true freedom: The Way of Discipline. Read this book and find The Way.
- Print length208 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherSt. Martin's Press
- Publication dateOctober 17, 2017
- Dimensions7.91 x 0.87 x 8.81 inches
- ISBN-109781250156945
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- Publisher : St. Martin's Press; 1st edition (October 17, 2017)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 208 pages
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- ISBN-13 : 978-1250156945
- Item Weight : 1.65 pounds
- Dimensions : 7.91 x 0.87 x 8.81 inches
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Customers find the book easy to read and engaging. They appreciate the simple yet substantial information on discipline and good principles to live by. The book design is well-presented with an interesting layout. Readers appreciate the short, to-the-point length with no fluff or extraneous content. However, opinions differ on whether the book provides good value for money.
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Customers appreciate the book's readability. They find it concise yet powerful, with simple and clear messages. The white on black layout makes it easy to read and understand. The content is tremendous, but there are some delivery issues. Overall, readers consider it a worthwhile quick read.
"...Jocko does a great job making the reader understand the brevity of putting this manual into action...." Read more
"...It is terrific. 7. Jocko served our country for 20 years as a U.S. Navy SEAL. He is a veteran and a hero...." Read more
"...I could not put it down. It was fun to read the book in Jacko's voice, but as I was reading I realized that you could easily read most of the..." Read more
"...In conclusion, "Discipline Equals Freedom: Field Manual" is a concise yet powerful book that inspires readers to take control of their lives through..." Read more
Customers find the book's motivational style engaging and inspiring. They appreciate the good points on psychology and mindset, as well as the reminder to do amazing things with life. The book provides a great introduction to working out and martial arts. Readers also mention that self-discipline is a great challenge.
"...is also a bonus appendix with very, very detailed workouts for different levels of physical condition (i.e. beginner to advanced)...." Read more
"...Jocko’s words are impactful. I appreciate an uncomforting feeling came over me as I digested the first few pages...." Read more
"...Jocko does have a number of daily exercise regimens detailed in this book that range from Beginner to Advanced...." Read more
"...It is a self-help and motivational book that contains no nonsense and is very direct...." Read more
Customers find the book provides concise and substantial information on discipline, self-motivation, and practical advice on fitness and nutrition. They appreciate the no-nonsense advice and good principles to live by. The book is set up in short topics to be read daily and is a tremendous resource.
"...Jocko's ability to discuss a topic in detail and then summarize it succinctly in one line. This is his gift and he uses it in almost every chapter...." Read more
"...The book is laid out in short sections, 1 to 2 pages each, utilizing a dark background with large bold white font...." Read more
"...His character is the product. This book is full of no-nonsense advice starting with the idea that YOU control you...." Read more
"...It's not just theory; it's a manual for action. 3. **..." Read more
Customers find the book design appealing and well-presented. They appreciate the no-nonsense style and the clear layout with pictures on every page. The title sums up the content well for them.
"...The book has a physically appealing, yet intimidating look and feel, which you really have to hold to appreciate." Read more
"...Prose is not the point of the book. The lay-out is great, the typography is appealing...." Read more
"...In addition, the physical book itself is absolutely beautiful – it has very solid feel with a thick hard covers and thick pages...." Read more
"...In fact the wording is simple - elegant even. The subjects are also simple but substantial. I mean you'll have to work to read this book...." Read more
Customers find the book's length suitable. They say it's concise and straightforward, with a large font size and under 200 pages. The content is divided into short exercises, with one paragraph covering two pages.
"...The first 10-12 pages are good stuff about mindset/thinking the rest are pretty much basic stuff that most people should know...." Read more
"...He's short, direct, and drives it home...." Read more
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"...Short truncated sentences, a font that doesn't read well, and a format that's got life but doesn't read right (to me)...." Read more
Customers appreciate the book's simplicity. They find it straightforward and effective, with no unnecessary details or fluff.
"...It has an intent and it cuts out all of the clutter. He stays disciplined even within his writing...." Read more
"...You will find no fluff, sugar coating, or psychobabble between the hefty bindings of this book...." Read more
"...It is well-written in simple, powerful language, without fluff. Love it." Read more
"This. Is. Motivation. Pure and simple, no sugar coating, no psychoanalysis, just the most honest understanding that humans are lazy, pleasure..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the book's value for money. Some find it a good buy with solid content and a workout section worth purchasing. Others feel it is not worth the money, useless, or overproduced.
"...likely come to the same conclusion that I did... This man is the real deal...." Read more
"...self discipline. Overall, I did enjoy the book, but not justifiable for the money frankly...." Read more
"...be coming back to it, and it's one of those rare books that is worth every penny many times over." Read more
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Customers have different views on the narrative style. Some find it common sense and helpful for removing excuses from their lives, with no excessive anecdotes or pseudoscience. Others feel it's full of superficial platitudes and poster slogans. The book has some poetic chapters on perseverance, will, and discipline, but most readers find it thin and packed with superficial platitudes and post-modernist sloganeering.
"...It has more developed stories and sounds like it is a lot more of your liking...." Read more
"...for me: Jocko begins with some very short, rhythmic, poetic chapters on perseverance, will, and discipline...." Read more
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"Full of short stories and bits of wisdom, it’s a great book to leave on a coffee table or other common area for family members or guests to pick up..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2017Discipline Equals Freedom. A man's entire philosophy boiled down to 3 words. This is what is most incredible about this book. The depth paired with the brevity. At 190 pages it isn't meant to waste your time and that's why I like Jocko's writing. It has an intent and it cuts out all of the clutter. He stays disciplined even within his writing. The book is broken into 2 parts: Thoughts and Actions. Part I (Thoughts) discusses his philosophy and Part II (Actions) discusses physical conditioning (diet, stretching, etc.). There is also a bonus appendix with very, very detailed workouts for different levels of physical condition (i.e. beginner to advanced).
What most impressed me about this book was Jocko's ability to discuss a topic in detail and then summarize it succinctly in one line. This is his gift and he uses it in almost every chapter. Glory in solitude. Laughter wins. Curse the warmth of the bed. All of these ideas, and others, are included in Part I (Thoughts) of this field manual.
While originally reading Part I (Thoughts), I thought it was somewhat unorganized. Why is he talking about Regret then talking about Focus? However, as I kept reading I realized that Jocko was just attacking the same problem from many different angles. It was as if Jocko were rotating around his core truth (Discipline Equals Freedom) and explaining it using different perspectives. For example, how do you view Discipline Equals Freedom through the lens of stress? Through regret? Through negativity? Through positivity? It is harder to follow the structure initially, but I believe this makes the work more accessible to a wider audience. For example, I found that some chapters spoke to me more than others, and I am guessing you will feel the same way.
In Part II (Actions) Jocko summarizes what actions you can take to start moving in the right direction physically. I completely agree that thinking is nowhere near enough to actually make changes in your life. You have to act, and this part discusses the practical side of acting. For example, how to wake up early, how to eat, how to work out while traveling, etc. I recommend spending as much time, if not more, on acting (Part II) as you did on thinking (Part I). While the thinking will get you engaged, the acting will keep you engaged, and this is the key to staying disciplined.
In conclusion, this isn't a typical motivational book. When reading it you can tell that the author means business. He lives this lifestyle. EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. His Instagram account illustrates this better than anything. 2 daily photos. One at around 4:30 AM to show he is awake and acting, and one after his daily workout. Simple, but to the point. He lives it and I hope you can take some inspiration from this book to live closer to your truth. With that being said, I will leave you with one of my favorite quotes from the book:
"We are defeated one tiny, seemingly insignificant surrender at a time that chips away at who we should really be. It isn't that you wake up one day and decide that's it: I am going to be weak. No. It is a slow incremental process. It chips away at our will-it chips away at our discipline."
I hope you enjoy Discipline Equals Freedom as much as I did.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2017I just found my personal operating manual for life! Do some research on the author, Jocko Willink, and you will most likely come to the same conclusion that I did... This man is the real deal. Not only is Jocko a certified BAMF of the 10th order, he is an intellect that walks his talk. You will find no fluff, sugar coating, or psychobabble between the hefty bindings of this book.
What you will find are laser guided, in your face directions that force the reader to “take the wheel.” You immediate understand that discipline is required to become your best and there are no shortcuts, no easy paths, or cheat days.
Jocko’s words are impactful. I appreciate an uncomforting feeling came over me as I digested the first few pages. The appreciation came because I knew it meant that my ego's defenses were being assaulted. The book will definitely expose your shortcomings if you read it with an introspective and open mind. A waterboarding of the ego so to speak. And even though you may be feeling like an ineffective beta sloth, like I did when comparing my current routines to that of Jocko’s… Knowing that not only does Jocko have your back, but that he is sticking by your side to see your transformation through quickly switches your mindset from sloth to slayer.
I only received the book yesterday, but I can't put it down. Jocko does a great job making the reader understand the brevity of putting this manual into action. My next step is following the workout plan he provides at the end of the book.
The book is laid out in short sections, 1 to 2 pages each, utilizing a dark background with large bold white font. The book has a physically appealing, yet intimidating look and feel, which you really have to hold to appreciate.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2018Jocko Willink is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL who has inspired me to wake up early, which has been a game changer for my life. Jocko posts a photo of his watch on Twitter every morning when he wakes up at 4:30 a.m. I am not getting up that early, but I'm now waking up at 6 a.m. every morning, including weekends, which has amped up my daily productivity significantly. Jocko's Discipline Equals Freedom is the book that motivated this change for me. I'll share 7 great things about Jocko and this book below.
1. Navy SEALs are tough, obviously. I'm probably the opposite of a Navy SEAL. I wouldn't have made the cut. However, somehow Jocko's intensity has encouraged me greatly. Jocko believes that waking up early and exercising is the transformational habit for your day. I believe him. I've been what you call a "night owl" for most of my life. I'm now waking up early consistently. Apparently a Navy SEAL can still motivate me here in my 40s. :)
2. Jocko believes in the word GOOD, even when things do not seem good on the surface. I'm sure this is some sort of Navy SEAL training Jedi-mind trick, but it works. It's taking life head on and all that it brings you. And some good can be found in whatever it brings you. The Stoic philosophers approached life this way as well. They encourage us to embrace whatever life brings our way. "Embrace it all."
3. Discipline Equals Freedom is split into three parts: 1. Thoughts, 2. Actions and 3. Workouts. Jocko appropriately spends the first part of the book focusing on how important our thoughts are. We need to achieve discipline in our thoughts before we can hope to achieve discipline in our actions. This reminds me of Jim Collin's quote from his epic book, Good to Great, where he advocates for: "Disciplined People with Disciplined Thoughts taking Disciplined Action." Discipline your mind before you attempt to discipline your life.
4. Jocko advocates that we all exercise daily. It doesn't have to be lifting weights daily, but some activity every day and ideally first thing in the morning to get your blood pumping. It could be a walk. It could be a run. He does advocate for some strength training in the book, which I agree with. Jocko does have a number of daily exercise regimens detailed in this book that range from Beginner to Advanced. Most of these exercises can actually be done at home and don't require a gym.
5. Jocko writes about his passion for the martial art Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in this book. I have never done a martial art, but his advocacy for learning how to defend yourself by knowing a martial art is compelling. I am now motivated to find a self defense class that my whole family can take together.
6. I first learned about Jocko thanks to a terrific podcast interview Tim Ferriss had with Jocko about his first book, Extreme Ownership: How Navy SEALS Lead and Win. (I'll be writing a review of this book soon. Stay tuned.) This podcast interview from 2015 was actually Jocko's first public interview ever. It is terrific.
7. Jocko served our country for 20 years as a U.S. Navy SEAL. He is a veteran and a hero. I thank him for his service to our country and thank him for his new mission of service to motivate and train civilians like me.
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- Jim AndersonReviewed in Canada on May 19, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy read, highly motivational
I like Jakko and this a very good starting point to understand what he is all about. He makes it sound easy, but reality is his level of discipline is hard to attain. That doesn't mean we can't be inspired by that at some level
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OthonReviewed in Brazil on April 25, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Não existe fórmula mágica.
É um livro que traz a realidade de quem quer disciplinado e “melhor”.
Melhor condicionamento, melhor inteligência emocional, mais antifrágil.
É sobre se tornar alguém PRONTO! Pronto pro que vier, sem saber o que pode vir um dia.
Leitura leve, rápida e prática.
- Pranshu M.Reviewed in India on July 1, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Just to get you going!
I've read all the three, most famous U.S. Navy seal books.
Personally, I believe that discipline equals freedom is not a book that you'd want to just sit down and enjoy reading while having your coffee, its moreover a book that you're supposed to read when you feel that you don't want to continue doing your work. I highly recommend you to put it on your desk, and open any random page and start reading when you feel like lying in bed and leaving everything for 'tomorrow'
Pranshu M.Just to get you going!
Reviewed in India on July 1, 2020
Personally, I believe that discipline equals freedom is not a book that you'd want to just sit down and enjoy reading while having your coffee, its moreover a book that you're supposed to read when you feel that you don't want to continue doing your work. I highly recommend you to put it on your desk, and open any random page and start reading when you feel like lying in bed and leaving everything for 'tomorrow'
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matteoReviewed in Italy on May 7, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Molto bello
Libro molto bello utile per fissare i concetti fondamentali che troppo spesso si tende a rimuovere.
Inglese abbordabile anche da chi lo mastica poco. E' l'occasione buona per mostrare grinta, con l'autore che più di tutti stimola a espanderla. Bellissima la grafica. Libro da avere.
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MikeReviewed in the Netherlands on April 2, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Motivatie nodig? Zoek niet verder!
Ideaal als je opzoek bent naar motivatie voor het sporten. Hij verteld de (harde) waarheid. Daarbij zitten achterin goede workouts voor beginners tot aan govorderden.
Het boek oogt ook heel mooi, blijft wel lastig open liggen.