Discipline Equals Freedom: Field Manual Mk1-MOD1 Kindle Edition

Good read that explains why discipline and its rigours are the path to freedom, which is a stark contrast to what the mainstream media is suggesting.I appreciate the short sentences that resemble military orders, which may sound odd initially, but it makes them memorable.And now it's off to the races, to what Jocko summarized really well: Do.

This this a fourth Jocko's book I got to my library.- straightforward pieces of advice- step-by-step improvements- already recommended to my friendsIt is worth to be read and APPLIED, definitely!

Great book! I've given at least a dozen copies out to friends.

Absolutely amazing I get motivated reading the book and it’s helping me change my life for the better. Excited to finish already 1/2 way done

The message is so important and changed my outlook drastically and the design of the book as a whole is bada**

This review is for the hardcover "Mk1-MOD1" edition. In short, this is a miniature coffee table book of aphorisms (or short quotes). If that's not what you're looking for, look elsewhere. Jocko has some novel-length training manuals if you want those. This book is very visual, so it's not good in a Kindle edition. Get it hardcover, or not at all.So what is "Discipline Equal Freedom"? It's a semi-pocket-sized tome of motivation. The idea is to present Jocko's core ideals in a digestible form. Jocko blends stoicism and American patriotism into a some ultra-powerful quips. Things like, "Step. Step. Go. Now." or "YOU WILL WIN". Jocko's hope is clearly that if you read two pages of aphorisms, set the book down, and never pick it up again because you're busy changing your life, that would be "GOOD."But what is it really? It's black and white. Jocko likes monochrome. You end up with a lot of white on gray, gray on black, and so on. This means the book is not always super high contrast, and that's a challenge for some people. For the average person though it's perfectly readable. It's often white text on a black-and-white photo of something motivational, like Jocko's home gym covered in sweat after a workout. The words are simple and direct. Jocko says why he's doing this in the first pages, and the rest of the book is just supplemental material to the central point - basically, own your life own. Don't wait. Go.The mk1 edition, if I'm remembering the first printing correctly, seems to have some more readable contrast throughout. It seems like there were some tweaks. There is supposed to be extra content too, but without having them side-by-side I can't really tell the impact. The important thing to me is that I wanted this book, and this is the best edition as of writing.So it's 247 pages of aphorisms. A picture of Jocko, with words telling you to work out and eat right. I like it. If you need further details, there's plenty of references on what to do on Jocko's podcast and in his other books. He even makes a series of kids books, so his material can suit people of any age. But this book is clearly targeting his adult audience, and people who need some quick pick-me-ups. If you'd like to be able to thumb open a page, and read Jocko telling you to "Grab time by the throat" this is the book for you. Recommended.

Content looks great, but there's a section of pages (25-40) that were inserted and bound upsidedown and backwards.

The focused briefing I needed after a long time off my game. Love the format of writing as well bc I can hear his voice coming through!

Zuerst - ungefähr bis zur Hälfte des Buches - war ich sehr angetan. Von der Diktion: mit Disziplin kannst Du alles erreichen. ALLES. Egal, was Du vorher durchgemacht oder mitgemacht hast, egal, was Du für Gene oder für eine Erziehung genossen hast. Von "Ivy League Kids" oder "Silver Spooners" bis hin zu "Underdogs" und "Abused Children" and "everything inbetween": mit dem entsprechenden Willen, Disziplin und Konsequenz ist es möglich, aus Dir den Menschen zu machen, der Du gerne sein möchtest. Bis zu einem bestimmten Grad stimme ich dem zu. Aber Jocko Willink ist sehr hart in seiner Konsequenz. JEDEN TAG (auch am Wochenende) wird um halb fünf aufgestanden und trainiert. Dafür muss man dann eben auch um 10 im Bett sein. JEDEN TAG. Nicht den Rhythmus unterbrechen. Das ist natürlich richtig (und auch nur ein Beispiel). Aber in seiner Konsequenz dann schon wieder nicht der menschlichen Natur entsprechend und klar, man kann natürlich davon abweichen und z.B. am Wochenende nicht trainieren. Oder nicht um halb fünf, sondern erst um halb sieben aufstehen. Aber dann ist man eben auch nicht so tough. Und ja, sein Kissen ist auch weich und seine Bettdecke ist auch warm und kuschelig, aber er kämpft nicht mit sich, ob er jetzt aufstehen soll oder doch lieber nicht. Er tut es einfach, fertig. Und da kannst Du auch hinkommen. Just do it. Ich bin dabei - grundsätzlich. Ich gehe auch gerne vor der Arbeit joggen. Aber nicht jeden Tag. Ich bin gerne diszipliniert. Aber nicht 24 Stunden am Tag. Ich esse den Donut, auch wenn ich weiß, dass er für meinen Körper nicht gut ist. Aber vielleicht in dem Moment für meine Seele? Wenn ich die Denke von Jocko Willink zu Ende denke und mir sein Beispiel als Maxime für das Leben aller nehme (frei nach Kants kategorischem Imperativ), dann kommen dabei nicht die Menschen raus, die ich um mich haben möchte. Das ist mehr so eine Art von Humanoiden. Für die Navy ist das sicher okay, dass man ultrahart gegenüber sich selber ist. Schnell, stark, diszipliniert. Und dass man es auch trainiert, alle paar Wochen oder so, für 72 Stunden ohne Nahrung zu sein. Ein SEAL sollte es schon anstreben, diese Fähigkeiten drauf zu haben. Aber außerhalb der Navy (oder vergleichbar) braucht man es eher nicht. MIR ist es FÜR MICH wichtiger, die richtige Balance zu finden zwischen Disziplin und Genuss. Aber "Genuss", wie er für die meisten Menschen (in meinem Umkreis) definiert ist, nämlich z.B. gutes Essen, ein Glas Wein dazu, die halbe Nacht mit Freunden zusammensitzen und dabei auch mal mehr als ein Glas zu trinken, zu palavern und sich ungeachtet der Uhrzeit aneinander zu freuen, das scheint bei ihm nicht stattzufinden. Zumindest läuft es gegen sein Disziplinkonzept. Wahrscheinlich hat er Freunde, ich will ihm gar nicht seine Persönlichkeit madig machen. Aber mit denen interagiert er dann vielleicht nicht auf die mir vertraute Weise, vermutlich jedenfalls. MIR IST ES ZU VIEL. Ich bin kein Seal. Ich werde auch keiner.

Jocko is a fantastic public speaker and inspirational figure. Some of his other books are definitely worth praising.This one however doesn't have more substance than a motivational video on youtube. I don't want to be condescending, however just because he is an experienced Navi SEAL and influential figure, does not mean he understands nutrition and strength and conditioning protocols. The workouts in this book make no sense for any relevant goals and it's better to go on youtube and visit channels like Athlean X or Ryan Humiston for more adequate advice. In relation to the diet, it also is just your typical meathead approach to "I kinda did it this way, so it must be good right?".As a qualified Nutritionist, Level 2 Fitness instructor and training PT, please do more research before following the nutritional and exercise guidance in this book. Other than that enjoy the read.

This book wastes no time and is straight to then point. If you’ve watched/ listened to JOCKO PODCAST then you’ll have noticed how the writing style matches how he speaks, making it very easy to read.Each page makes the point clearly and is concise. There’s no waffling or chapters that feel ‘empty’ like some other books.The principles in this book are simpleI would recommend this book to anyone, whether you’re in a slump, feeling lazy or are simply wanting to tackle your new years resolutions head on. this book is for you. GO GET IT.

I purchased a Kindle version and then a hard cover edition because I wanted the book to be in my library. This book is really inspiring and it helped me to get more control on my life. I know this book format and writing style won't work for everyone (check out other reviews) but it worked for me so giving it 5 stars.

Stop thinking - start doing.This field manual is an honest, real-world account of what it takes to sort out your mind, physical fitness and nutritional habits to become effective and start owning your problems.Filled with historical references that guide your daily existence, it is for me the logical step after reading Extreme Ownership by the same author.I didn’t enjoy the dichotomy text book by Jocko & Leif- it felt apologetic to a section of society that cannot confront their own failures and chronic non-coping behaviours.This book is hardback and in a font that screams military orders and AAR’s. I love it - my go-to book for loaning to friends who are wobbling on the life path.Start owning your life - working from a “first principles” mantra like Richard Feynman did, this text encapsulates what you are NOT doing and how to “get after it”.Hoo-rah Jocko - it’s a triumph !