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Nov 2024
1h 4m

RICKSON GRACIE | The Art and Science of ...

Ryan Michler
About this episode

You guys have heard me talk about Jiu-Jitsu ad nauseum but what you may not have heard me talk too much about is the often-overlooked invisible form of the martial art that has taken over the world of MMA and combat sports. This is not about submitting or disabling an opponent on the mats but how the lessons learned on the mats apply to your everyday life.

I can think of no better person to share his knowledge and depth of experience than one of the toughest men in the “First Family” of Jiu-Jitsu, Rickson Gracie. Today, Rickson and I talk about managing fear, how to find a mission more important than your life, how to keep your identity secure although you may lose one element of who you are, the importance of a balanced approach to being a warrior, why base on the mats and off is so crucial, and the power of respecting and honoring your intuition.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS (00:00) Episode Intro (00:40) Adapting Positively to Life's Challenges (08:43) Harnessing Fear for Success (17:31) Embracing Legacy and Overcoming Challenges (25:29) The Power of Invisible Jiu-Jitsu (40:48) Intuitive Decision Making and Relationships (57:43) The Last Fight of Inspiration

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