Jeff Patterson, a 4th-degree black belt with over 36 years of martial arts experience, shares his insights on the power of meditation in enhancing performance and personal growth. He discusses how meditative practices can transform the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience, balancing competitiveness with personal development. Patterson offers guidance for beginners on establishing meditation rituals and highlights the integration of meditation in athletic training. He also explores the origins of breathwork and emphasizes the benefits of mindfulness for healing and well-being.
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Unexpected Advice
Jeff Patterson's boxing coach advised him to try meditation and Tai Chi.
This advice, though initially confusing, led Patterson to a lifelong meditative arts journey.
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Five Facets of Meditation
Meditation has five facets: physical, therapeutic, medical, philosophical, and spiritual.
Beginners should explore each path to develop a personalized practice.
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Three Pillars of Yielding
Yielding involves physical, mental, and emotional aspects.
It allows for strategic interaction and navigation of conversations, leading to harmonious outcomes.
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The Tao Te Ching is a central text in Taoist philosophy and religion. It consists of 81 brief chapters or sections that discuss the nature of the Tao, which is described as the source and ideal of all existence. The text emphasizes living in harmony with nature, the importance of simplicity, humility, and the interconnectedness of all things. It critiques unnatural actions and social activism based on abstract moralism, advocating for a life of 'nonaction' (wu wei) and spontaneity. The text has been highly influential in Chinese philosophy and has been translated numerous times, making it one of the most translated texts in world literature[2][3][4].
The Yielding Warrior
Discovering the Secret Path to Unleashing Your True Potential
Jeff Patterson
In 'The Yielding Warrior,' Jeff Patterson offers a unique perspective on how to unleash your true potential by combining meditative arts with the challenges of everyday life. The book provides a path for self-discovery and empowerment, aiming to align health, harmony, and success through meditative practices and mindful living.
Jeff Patterson is a 4th degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, an author, and the owner of Northwest Fighting Arts in Portland, Oregon. He has over 36 years of martial arts experience in various disciplines including Eskrima, Boxing, Tai Chi, Qigong, Muay Thai, and Kenpo. He is a firm believer in the meditative arts and their benefits to improve all areas of life. We talk about getting started in meditation, creating a daily ritual, meditation for healing, and meditation for professional athletes. Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can. It really helps to grow the show!
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