

RICKSON GRACIE | Comfort in Darkness (Ep. 675)
Nov 12, 2024
Rickson Gracie joins the conversation, a 9th-degree red belt and son of Jiu-Jitsu pioneer Helio Gracie. He shares his profound insights about resilience, emphasizing how his first fight broke him spiritually rather than physically. Rickson discusses finding comfort in darkness, his mindset before his final fight, and how martial arts help cultivate humility. He also talks about maintaining a warrior spirit while facing Parkinson's Disease and teaching Jiu-Jitsu to everyday people, blending personal anecdotes with powerful lessons on overcoming adversity.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Resilience Through Jiu-Jitsu
04:40 • 29min
Mindset and Growth in Jiu-Jitsu
33:55 • 6min
Lessons in Disappointment and Perseverance
40:19 • 8min
Fighting Through Adversity: The Power of Perspective
48:24 • 5min
Resilience and the Warrior Spirit in Combat Sports
53:35 • 7min