From Competition to Growth in Jiu-Jitsu

Reaching your full potential is a pursuit worth going for regardless of your goals for life, business or relationships. You will have so many options and opportunities in life to become extraordinary, the only question is how and what’s stopping you. Rickson Gracie is a living legend with over 450 wins in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As much of a warrior he has become over the years as a 9th degree red belt, he is also kind, spiritual, and connected in mind and body. His story represents what is achievable when you control your mind, your body, and your spirit. He shares the importance of the breath and what it takes to be uncomfortable, seek out discomfort and learn to master and control yourself in that discomfort. Though you may not be on a mission to become a jiu jitsu competitor, you will still benefit from the lessons shared byu Master Rickson Gracie in this episode. Order Rickson Gracie’s new book, Breathe: A Life In Flow: https://amzn.to/3CGVz4C 

SHOW NOTES:

0:00 | Introduction Rickson Gracie

2:10 | Kindness of a True Warrior

4:26 | Tools of Martial Arts

7:34 | Control Mind Body & Spirit

15:32 | Spiritual Power of a Warrior

17:35 | When the Fight Comes

24:55 | Developing Moral Values

37:18 | Elements Needed for Mindset

40:09 | The Gift of Being Present

46:37 | Allow Kids Their Own Path

50:24 | Uncomfortable Breathing

54:26 | Help Non-Fighters Fight Life 

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