The transparency of the author is clearly felt and the fraternity of becoming a Warrior is spreading like wild fire
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Everyman needs this book in their life.  Quite frankly most Christian mens books are just hard ( and boring) to read, not Warrior.  It is an everyday, practical, God inspired manual for men.  Its is very detailed and direct.  It doesnt just imply various struggles in a Christians mans walk, it clearly states that struggle and how to claim victory over it.  The transparency of the author is clearly felt and the fraternity of becoming a Warrior is spreading like wild fire!  So I challenge you, take the Warrior challenge and become the husband, father, son, and man that God intended you to be.
4124105
Excellent book

Surprising new author

Everyone needs to read this book to see what our young warriors are going through
3352748
Survival, emotional and physical is not for the weak at heart ,and the women in this book have proven they they are some very tough cookies, and an inspiration to all of us.  I was especially moved by my friend, Denice Duszynski's. story.  We all think we are wonder women, but Denice is a warrior on many levels.  She  tenaciously promotes quality of life and she is a living example of that.  She is also a very astute businesswoman.  She is the kind of woman that no matter what she has going on she is still there for anyone who needs her. Her transparency in this book is her transparency in real life,  Well done ladies!
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With each word read and every chapter finished you feel more and more that these men have been through the same dirt. That they have felt the same hurt you have felt. You can tell that they genuinely want to help with the healing process. Warriors have a connection unlike any other in this world. In battle you build bonds that will never be broken, and as you read this book you feel these bonds. You feel that these men have walked through the fire and now hold their hands out to pull you through.  When deploying there is a plan and all you have to do is execute. This is the plan for your Redeployment so its time to execute. A book that is more than needed and one I am more than happy to have in my library. Thank you Brian and Chad for this incredible book.
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The Ladies and Gentlemen who wrote this book have really been there, done that. This is a rare insight into the reality of the world of violence. Too many books gloss over details, and focus on the heroics. This tells it like it is. True stories of survival on the shadowy side of the street. The kind of stuff you mostly don't get to hear about, because these people aren't the kind that brag.

Fortunately for all people serious about martial arts, these people have been good enough to put down their experience for others to learn from. And believe me, you can learn from it. Doesn't matter whether you're a bouncer or just a newbie at martial arts wanting to learn more or even a businessman. The Psychology explained in some of these stories is something that everyone can benefit from.

To sum up, I say thank you to the people who wrote this book for the valuable learning experience, and to any potential readers, I say get this book. It's worth it.
4025200
Demartini has a unique style of writing. He has a very confident, almost confrontational tone to his writing, but it is easy to see the depth.

My life has changed once and for all with one reading of this book. If balance always exists, there is no scope ever to complain.

My understanding is that this is not a book for beginners. It requires courage to expose yourself to such onslaught of truth. I'm deeply grateful for getting having the opportunity to read this book. The breakthrough experience and the process is only one part of the book. The encounter with the book itself is the experience.
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There is something in the authors new book for just about everyone, from martial artists to people interested in self defense to law enforcement officers to those interested in the philosophy of warriorhood. Not coincidentally, that is how the book is written, with separate sections on each one of those topics. The author has advice for the mature martial artist (*cough* *cough* me) as well as tips on training that he has gleaned from 5 decades in the MA. Next is 15 essays on various aspects of self-defense, where the rubber meets the road. Here, too, the author dispenses the lessons he has learned (some the hard way, so you won't have to) concerning the fine art of staying alive in tricky situations as well as what can happen after the conflict stops. His next section is 13 essays on law enforcement. The author spent most of his adult life in LE so his advice to cops has the ring of authenticity (full disclosure: I was a cop for 36 years). I found his thoughts on the profession to be clear and forthright, applicable for LE officers and civilians alike. The last section deals with what it takes to be a warrior in todays society, physically and mentally.
I found the book to be engaging, helpful, and, most of all, completely free of the kind of BS that generally swirls around the topics covered. Read the book. You won't be disappointed.
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I am so thankful that Chris Kyle produced this candid account of his experience as a navy seal and sniper. It provided a glimpse into the psychic makeup of a modern day warrior. He was able to bring to life experiences that most of us will never experience and in a way that showed his compassion for others and his country. I read this book to help me understand the man in my life that was also a seal who did four tours of active duty in Viet Nam.  Chris' words helped me understand the raw courage required to do the job they did for their country and the impact combat has on all soldiers. Chris demonstrated in his words and in his life that all soldiers who face combat are wounded (in one way or another). I hope that others will read and appreciate the sacrifices many have made for our freedom.
Karen Wills Fox
USAF Nurse Corps
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I just want to say that the inner (mental/emotional/motivational) battles Pressfield describes are ones I feel I can relate to. He does an important service, in my opinion, by shining the spotlight on the self-doubts that constantly bombard us who are trying to push past our comfort zones to create or express something authentic and real. These doubts are less able, under this light, to masquerade themselves as "who we really are". Instead, they are exposed, even catalogued, and therefore rendered less mysteriously influential in our experience. I'm grateful for Pressfield, not only for taking up his own battles as a writer, but for making this book so readable. Wow!
2723079
This book took but a couple of days for me to get through and I am about to re-read it.  Given that the impetus for disclosure could more easily come from the "Others" than it could from our own leaders, the  book shows just how willing these leaders are to play with fire, fire of the most dangerous kind.  That they have gotten away with it as long as they have is indicative of  a number of things, which one can read of in these pages.  I have never read a book that is so sobering on such an important issue as this.  Because of this book I have decided to step up my own efforts to be as ready as I can be for this day, and so that I can be of the most use to those who have never given this issue a moment of serious thought.  It is for my friends, my family and the strangers with whom I must share  the Post-Disclosure world that I see k to learn all I can about other people from other places who have chosen to come  to the Earth. This IS more important than the atomic bomb, global warming, religious extremism and even the engagement of Sarah Palin's daughter. Regardless of where you come down on the issue,  reading this book can only be a positive step for anybody, if for no other reason than to fine-tune your notion of how willing your leaders are to risk everything, even your life,  for the privilege that comes with being "in the know".
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I got goosebumps reading the first chapter on The Digital Era, and couldn't stop reading!  I think the author has coined a term we will all begin to use , The Age of Transparency.  I am an executive coach, and I will be giving copies to all my clients. The "practical workouts" at the end of each chapter are 20 minute assignments , very do-able.  They also include a few assessments to take along the way.
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Shahida Arabi is a kind, patients,  strong warrior whose aim is to make this world a better place,  and empower people from the deliberate and destructive forces of Narcissistic personallity disorder.
Her book comprehensively addresses the question of Narcissistic personallities,  and the way they operate and why they behave the way they do.
These epiphanies and dramatic revelations are healing and enable warriors to make sense of the dysfunctional relationship that they experienced.
There is no stone left unturned.  Ms Arabi's book is both fascinating and eerily accurate,  which is cathartic and enables warrior who survived Narcissistic Abuse to thrive and lead the life they were meant to lead, with freedom,  empowerment with experience and armed with knowledge of the dysfunction that is Narcissistic abuse.

Once armed with the tools of this knowledge via Ms Arabi's book, warriors will be able to recognise the "red flags"  in any given relationship,  be it familial, spousal or toxic friends, and leave them behind for healthier relationships,  or as Ms Arabi so eloquently puts Discard and Devalue them,  by seeing the Narcissist for what they really are, ie people who wear masks and use them as rotten supply.
This is the only book you will ever need to discover the pandemic of Narcissism.

Thank you Shahida Arabi for empowering warriors and making this world a better place with your courage and kindness

By Hazel M R Fernandes
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It is my privilege to read and comment on this book.
I see themes we have read in other books about men's stories - unconditional acceptance - men locking arms - men weren't made to go it alone.  This book goes deep into the warrior man that we are called to be.  Standing in the gap, willing to fight for our families, our marriages, and our communities.  Vance brings out the cost and the seriousness of what we face.

What we know about masculinity today:  Men for the most part have been taken out of the church or are ineffective.  Men are rapidly being removed from the home and lives of their children.  This is the result of the enemies effectiveness.  So how do we get back in the battle?  Read this book and it will provide some direction in turning this around.

We are adopted brothers in Christ Jesus.  Vance points out the importance of men coming along side one another sharpening and honing their skills, and using their gifts in the battle for their families, their marriages and their communities.  Important themes: Men need to be aware of the enemy and his tactics.  Men need to be engaged.  Men need to prepare.  Men need to train men.  Men need to be willing to suffer and die for a just cause.  Holiness is important.  Stand your ground.  Stand with your band of brothers no matter the cost.

I will recommend this book to men in my community.
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My bookclub chose this book to read and Luis (the author) coincidentally spoke in our city this week so I got hear his story first hand, and to meet Tuesday.  All I can say is WOW!  You can really see the close relationship they have, plus we all got a better understanding of PTSD. I have purchased multiple copies of the book to give as gifts.  One of which will go to a dear friend whose son suffers from PTSD after one tour of duty in Afghanistan.  Guess it should be no surprise that I just learned that he got a dog a few months ago.  And my friend said he is doing so much better.  Luis, you are a gift.
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Because of my pacifist Ieanings, the fact that I couldn't put this book down was a surprise! The author gives insights into the minds and hearts of our military people by using their own words to give readers a clear, impartial and believable view of their stories. She elicits strong feelings through her even-handed, calm choice of words. I believe all readers will finish her book having gained knowledge of both the world of our warriors and of themselves.
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I am not an avid reader, but once I started reading I could NOT put the book down. The storyline was very clear, you do not need to be in the service to live through this book. You can visualize every step of the way.
I have always been a team player so of course I like I won't give up attitude of Gil and his team. Being a service member I felt very close to the actions of the characters; not only in the action but in the peaceful moments also, it brought tears to my eyes.
The only thing that I thought was being forgotten in the second to last page, Gil and Alpha corrected it. It was the proper ending for this chapter.
Cannot wait to see what is next for Gil and his men!
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In this blinding, dizzying portrayal of platoon of our modern warriors, Sebastian Junger gives an intimate look at internal aspects of combat.  Unlike many tales of war which either glorify or rebuke combat, Sebastian Junger brings us inside the violence, drama and danger of combat from a personal and journalistic perspective.  The reader is left to draw their own conclusions.

In abandoning current  "journalistic standards" of phony objectivity, he brings us his personal experience with fear, hope and pain while trying to remaining an observor from the actual combat.  I am reminded of the great works of war corrospondents in years past that freely provided personal narrative.

The stories of conflict, horror fill the pages like a raging firefight and the reader is shellshocked. Some have complained that the story is hard to follow but I rather think it is the point. War is hell and chaos.

Junger has created a lasting monument to the modern soldier that should be required reading for every leader who puts our men into conflict.  "War" does not take a political side, it simply records the truth of a warrior's life.

Highly recommended