The Knock at the Door
The Knock at the Door
Ryan Manion
Jocko Willink
Jocko Willink covered this book in "Jocko Podcast" Ep. 201
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The Knock at the Door

The Knock at the Door: Three Gold Star Families Bonded by Grief and Purpose

Ryan Manion
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Ryan Manion
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In the heart of tragedy, where the echoes of loss reverberate with unbearable intensity, "The Knock at the Door" emerges as a beacon of hope and resilience. At its core, this profound narrative intertwines the lives of three women, forever linked by the harrowing moment that reshaped their existence—the notification of their loved ones' deaths in combat. Authored with raw honesty and unwavering courage, Ryan Manion captures the essence of grief that is both uniquely personal and universally understood, exploring the depths of despair that follow the unthinkable news delivered on their doorsteps. Yet, this story transcends the grip of sorrow, charting a transformative journey of healing and purpose. Through their shared loss, these women forge an unbreakable bond, finding solace in a shared mission to honor the legacy of the men they loved. "The Knock at the Door" is a testament to the power of human spirit, a narrative that not only confronts the agony of loss but also celebrates the remarkable capacity to channel grief into action. It's a compelling call to embrace life’s hardest moments as opportunities for growth, and to turn the love for those we've lost into a force for good, inspiring anyone who has ever faced a knock at their own door.

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Released
2019
5 Nov
Length
288
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Jocko Willink covered this book in "Jocko Podcast" Ep. 201
Maybe every story you tell yourself is a little different:'If I just lose a few more pounds'...'If I just earn a few more thousand dollars a year'...'If I can just get that guy to notice me...''Then I'll be happy. Then I'll be okay.'When we shed those deceptive stories we tell ourselves, we create a space where we are able to see what actually does make us authentically happy. I bet you'll find you weren't totally off. As I said, we all seek the same things: love, acceptance, purpose. We just look for them in the wrong places.
— Ryan Manion, The Knock at the Door

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