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G.I. Jane Quotes

"Failure is not an option."

R 1997 · 2h 5m
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12 quotes
Unexpected Success in Challenging Circumstances
Senator Lillian DeHaven Truthfully, I never expected you to do so damn well! I figured you'd ring out in two weeks, bing bang it's over, and we're popular.
[on why she started Lt. O'Neil on the SEAL program in the first place]
Introduction to Intensive Military Training Program
C.O. Salem Welcome to SEAL/C.R.T. selection program. You have volunteered for the most intensive military training known to man. You are all proven operators within the SpecOps community: SEALs, EOD, Army Delta, Marine Force Recon, Naval Intel community, and so on. In spite of your expertise, many of you will not successfully negotiate this program. Those that do, will experience an operational tempo that exceeds that of any other unit within the U.S. arsenal. That is all that is to be said about the special nature of the CRT training program. I now turn you over to my Command Master Chief, John James Urgayle.
The Importance of Teamwork in Leadership
Master Chief John Urgayle Sergeant Cortes, however brief your stint with this command might be, there are two words you will learn to put together: Team-Mate.
Unforgettable Moments of Regret
Master Chief John Urgayle I'll never live this one down.
Struggling to Belong in a Male-Dominated World
Lt. Jordan O'Neil How am I supposed to fit in with these guys when you've got me setup as an outsider? You've given me a different set of rules. The answer is, I can't. I mean really, why didn't you just issue me a pink petticoat to wear around the base?
Embracing Strength in Adversity
Master Chief John Urgayle I never saw a wild thing sorry for itself. A bird will fall frozen dead from a bough without ever having felt sorry for itself.
[quoting "Self-Pity" by D.H. Lawrence]
The Harsh Reality of Training Challenges
Master Chief John Urgayle 60% of you will not pass this course! How do I know? Because that is an historical fact! Now for the bad news, I always like to get one quitter on the first day, and until I do, that first day does not end!
Control in My World
Master Chief John Urgayle The ebb and flow of the Atlantic tides, the drift of the continents, the very position of the sun along its ecliptic. These are just a few of the things I control in my world. Is that clear?
Questioning the Definition of Progress
Senator Lillian DeHaven Whoa, whoa, whoa, Mr. Hayes. If a cannibal used a knife and fork, would you call that progress too?
Defiance in the Face of Adversity
Lt. Jordan O'Neil Suck my dick!
Leadership Defines Crew Effectiveness
Master Chief John Urgayle Remember, there are no bad crews, only bad leaders.
A Call for New Opportunities
Master Chief John Urgayle Lieutenant, seek life elsewhere.