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Willink says he has “never” meditated, but practises tactical detachment daily

By Egleze Editorial Desk · Published July 31, 2026 · Huberman Lab · Essentials: How to Become Resilient, Forge Your Identity & Lead Others | Jocko Willink
Willink says he has “never” meditated, but practises tactical detachment daily
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Essentials: How to Become Resilient, Forge Your Identity & Lead Others | Jocko Willink
"Yeah. So, no, I don't meditate. I haven't ever. I don't think I've ever actually meditated for 1 second in my life. And I, I've never tried to do it."
Jocko Willink says he has never practised meditation, but describes a constant habit of “detachment” he associates with training SEAL leaders: stepping back from immediate emotion to widen perspective and make clearer decisions. He frames the practice as a learned skill that can be trained and applied beyond combat, including in meetings and personal relationships.
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July 30, 2026 · 33m · 1 Egleze moments
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