“If it's stress of things that we cannot control, what you have to do is you mitigate that stress as much as possible. You've planned, you've trained, you've done everything you can in your power to mitigate the stress that's facing you. And then after that, there's nothing you can do. So, you have to let that one go.”

American author, podcaster, and retired United States Navy SEAL officer

Jocko Willink is an American author, podcaster, and retired United States Navy SEAL officer. He is also a member of the board of directors for Major League Soccer club San Diego FC. He is known for work on leadership, discipline, and military experience, especially through his writing and podcasting. His public voice is direct and practical, shaped by a career in the Navy SEALs and later work in media and business.