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Being a rogue is often viewed with a mixture of admiration and suspicion. In the traditional sense, a rogue may be seen as someone who operates outside the norm, who challenges the status quo, or who refuses to conform to societal expectations. Yet, within the context of leadership, being a rogue can represent something more …
LM Notebook Podcast on Veteran of a Thousand Psychic War Come on... any Gen Xer remembers the movie Heavy Metal! Released in 1981, this cult classic animated film blended sci-fi, fantasy, and rock music, quickly earning a spot in pop culture. With its vivid imagery, adult themes, and interwoven tales of dystopia and heroism, Heavy …
I often write these pieces to help wrap my head around complex concepts, and Gray War is one that has been on my mind lately. It seems to be a challenge the U.S. faces on multiple fronts, yet I’m not entirely sure what we are doing about it. Gray War, also known as Gray Zone …
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https://youtu.be/wgpytjlW5wU?si=kgvLE72IEKfp3-4q PODCAST on "Only Sith deal in absolutes" below The conflict between the Sith and the Jedi is the central narrative in the "Star Wars" saga, representing a profound philosophical and moral battle between two opposing forces. The Jedi, champions of balance, peace, and wisdom, stand against the Sith, who are driven by power, passion, …
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Sitting on my back porch, a warm cup of coffee in hand, I found myself immersed in a summary of Aristotle’s De Anima(On the Soul). As I sipped and read, the philosopher's discussion of the hierarchies of life sparked a thought: could these ancient concepts be applied to leadership? Over the years, having been not …
In the complex and dynamic arena of international relations, the concept of national cognitive style plays a crucial role in shaping how countries perceive and respond to global challenges. Cognitive style refers to the characteristic ways in which societies, influenced by their cultural, historical, and political contexts, process information, make decisions, and approach problems. Understanding …
Gen Mattis: Joint Forces Staff College Years ago I attended Joint Forces Staff College in Norfolk VA, General Mattis commanded the Joint Forces Command at the time. One afternoon he gave a lecture on the Royal Navy in the Battle of Trafalgar vs the Battle of Jutland and I have pondered that lecture ever since. …
As I read through the following articles from RAND, two former Chairmen of the Joint Chiefs, and others, it is essential to ponder the themes, ideas, concepts, and strategies that emerge: RAND Commission on the National Defense Strategy Axios: "U.S. not ready for global war, commission warns" Foreign Affairs: "America Isn’t Ready for the Wars …
While reading Michael Pillsbury's book, "The Hundred-Year Marathon," I began to ponder—if the CCP utilizes the concept of shì, what does the West or the US rely on? This reflection led me to consider Carl von Clausewitz's "On War" and the concept of coup d'œil (and The Force—for just a second). Michael Pillsbury is a …
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