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Ronda Rousey: The price I paid to become a UFC champion (E261)

May 23, 2024
Professional mixed martial artist Ronda Rousey discusses her addiction to winning, challenges with coaches, and the impact of her father's suicide. She shares insights on making herself unavoidable in the media, dealing with concussion symptoms, and the transformative power of resilience and love.
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  • Facing challenging situations early in life shaped Ronda's resilience and success in sports.
  • Ronda's journey beyond competitive sports showcases continuous personal growth and exploration of diverse passions.

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Lessons Learned from Competitive Childhood

Ronda Rousey reflects on her upbringing, emphasizing the benefits of facing challenging situations and high-pressure competitions from a young age. She describes how competing in multiple divisions in a day as a child motivated her to perform better, realizing that high-pressure situations brought out the best in her. This early exposure to competitive challenges shaped her mindset and resilience, leading to her success in sports later in life.

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