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414: If Your Bear Defeat With Courage and Tenacity, in the End You Will Win. With Tom DeBlass

Nov 29, 2023
03:38:11
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Tom DeBlass, a Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioner and MMA fighter, discusses overcoming childhood bullying, the importance of giving moves recognition and credit, struggles with depression, training methods, the humbling wake-up call in jiu-jitsu, their journey in MMA and submission grappling, struggling with violent thoughts, reflections on success, lessons from a loss in MMA, training with King Mo, challenges and benefits of gaining weight in the military, the financial opportunities of instructional videos in jujitsu, visiting a dying father in hospice, empowering bullied kids through martial arts, the affiliate program and vetting process of Ocean County BJJ, Jocko Fuel and Origin USA products, the importance of jiu-jitsu training in the Navy, clothing and steak recommendations, the impact of Warrior Kid books on children's lives, and the importance of persevering through hardships and defeat.
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  • Training with top fighters teaches valuable lessons and helps gain experience.
  • Raising children at a young age brings challenges and requires adjustment.

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