
The Martial Mind Power & Martial Arts Philosophy Podcast
A martial arts podcast on how to cultivate self-mastery towards your self-realisation. Inspired by Bruce Lee, martial arts and philosophy. With Sifu Lak Loi a 3rd - generation student of Bruce Lee and his martial art, Jeet Kune Do and author of 3 books (Master Your Life, Original Truth & The Art of Thinking Without Thinking ) with long term co-host, friend, and fellow change-maker, Jatinder Palaha. Ready your chi for incredible wisdom bombs, insights and lessons so you can develop a Martial Mindset for everyday living. #MartialArtsPodcast
Latest episodes

Nov 4, 2023 • 15min
MMP Talks (22) : "Temper Your Temper" - James Mbowa (Student's Edition)
IT Specialist and Martial Artist
When James started his martial arts journey, he had a "fire in his belly." Young, hot tempered, angry and filled with resentment, made it difficult for him to see the "wood for the trees" at times. A small indifference of opinion would light his explosive charge, blinding his judgement and often leading to detriment and danger.
Through practicing martial arts, James learnt how to "temper his temper." Martial arts helped him turn his life around, so he could start to live in the present, enjoy his life in peace and harmony, and develop a successful career and property business.
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Martial Mind Power Talks - Martial Mindset for Everyday Life.
Spreading Self Mastery Inspired By Martial Arts.
MMP TALKS is a non-profit social enterprise devoted to spreading self-mastery teachings inspired by martial art & philosophy combined with self-help to raise the consciousness of the self, collective, and Mother Earth to make the world a better place to live in.
At the MMP TALKS inspired thought leaders, authorities, and masters in our community will share a compelling talk (up to 20 minutes) about their key life message inspired through the hidden secrets and power.
Martial Mind Power - http://www.martialmindpower.com

Nov 2, 2023 • 1h 22min
ep 42 - Full of Emptiness : The True Meaning of a Black Belt (w/Lak & Jt)
In today's special episode, co-host Jatinder and Sifu Lak choose and discuss the chapter, "Full of Emptiness", found on page 29 of Lak's book, "Original Truth."Highlights include:
why a black belt is a form of confusion
the extreme ends of what is means to have a black belt
the origins of the black belt
Bruce lee's 3 stages of learning
the fascinating meaning of the white belt as the final belt in some martial arts
the cross cultural approach to readying students for combat
the four ages and how they apply to the current state of spiritual states and combat
the martial arts responsibility of asking students if they have a criminal record
the student - sifu dynamics as explored in film and tv shows
why black belt is just the beginning and now leads to personal expression
what did Bruce Lee mean by saying this controversial statement about belts
the intricacies and insights into teaching effectively
why this ancient language, which has over 100 words to describe love, comes closest to describing the indescribable
Martial Mind Power, by Lak Loi, uses martial arts inspired by #BruceLee, ancient wisdom, and self-mastery principles to help provide better mental health for a modern age. To learn more, check out Lak's books here: https://www.martialmindpower.com/

Oct 26, 2023 • 55min
ep41 - How Profit Fixation Can Cause Loss Escalation (w/Lak & Jt)
In todays episode, co-host Jatinder and Sifu Lak choose and discuss today's koan, "Profit is Loss", found on page 574 of Lak's book, "The Art Of Thinking Without Thinking."Highlights include:
what has become the most common phrase
the unbelievable outcome of lottery winners
the 3 different types of karma, one's intention, and how to get to a zero state
why we'll continue to live like ignoramuses unless we realise this
the machine-like and negligent experience of people in the workforce
ways employers can improve the experience of their staff
whats the non-profit focus first?
this is the key ingredient that the best reputations are built on
paying it forward as an example of goodwill in action
Martial Mind Power, by Lak Loi, uses martial arts inspired by #BruceLee, ancient wisdom, and self-mastery principles to help provide better mental health for a modern age. To learn more, check out Lak's books here: https://www.martialmindpower.com/

Oct 16, 2023 • 1h 32min
ep 40 Special Episode: "I Hate My F***ing Job" Book Launch (w/Lak & JT)
In today's episode episode, co-host Jatinder and Sifu Lak choose and discuss Lak's new book, "I Hate My F***ing Job".Highlights include:
the staggering stats showing high levels of job dissatisfaction, particularly at a mega computer company
why this book is valuable to those in the early stages of their career and how they can navigate challenges
workplace trauma and how it perpetuates and breaks people's spirit
benefits and downsides of showing workplace initiative
the huge upside of showing workers appreciation and gratitude
the strange paradox of increased hacks and tools leading to less productivity than two decades ago
Bruce Lee's famous finger quote as applied to the book title
a huge question: what do you remember most about your last job?
rapid fire questions and more
Martial Mind Power, by Lak Loi, uses martial arts inspired by #BruceLee, ancient wisdom, and self-mastery principles to help provide better mental health for a modern age. To learn more, check out Lak's books here: https://www.martialmindpower.com/

Oct 11, 2023 • 51min
ep 39 - The Power of Stillness in a Moving World: How to Change and Become a Highly Vibrational Person (w/Lak & JT)
In todays episode, co-host Jatinder and Sifu Lak choose and discuss today's koan, "I Am Still Yet Moving", found on page 458 of Lak's book, "The Art Of Thinking Without Thinking."Highlights include:
the perils of instant gratification in the modern age
the amazing theory of the sun, the planets and their constant motion
accessing a constantly moving consciousness via still states
jt shares how his messy room revealed how inertia and movement hint to larger ideas of how we can change ourselves
about the invisible and mysterious force that holds atoms together and stop us walking through walls
chakras and the corresponding vibrational frequency
ideas, insights and ways of becoming a highly vibrational person
freeing energy blockages
cultivating the skills to be able to tap into the akash
the power of faith and staying strong and steady on your path
developing your intuition and the downsides of ignoring it
how overeating dumbs and dulls your intuition, and benefits of fasting to avoid this
Martial Mind Power, by Lak Loi, uses martial arts inspired by #BruceLee, ancient wisdom, and self-mastery principles to help provide better mental health for a modern age. To learn more, check out Lak's books here: https://www.martialmindpower.com/

Oct 8, 2023 • 16min
MMP Talks (21): “Have Your Cake and Eat it Too” – Stefano de Costanzo (Student's Edition)
http://talks.martialmindpower.com
Gastronomer, Professional Pastry Chef and Martial Artist
Having worked as a Head Pastry Chef in Michelin Star restaurants, and being trained by some of the elite chefs in the business, Stefano is a true master in the kitchen. He has used his culinary and martial arts skills to cultivate a razor sharp edge that helped him rise to the top of his craft.
In Stefano’s MMP Talk, he is going to share how martial arts gave him the edge he needed in a high-pressure business, helping him express himself authentically and artistically in the midst of a chaotic and bullish environment, that helped him cultivate his own self-mastery and sharpen his knife of consciousness.
To hear Stefano de Costanzo’s story on how you can Have Your Cake and Eat it Too, Join Stefano at MMP Talks
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Martial Mind Power Talks - Martial Mindset for Everyday Life.
Spreading Self Mastery Inspired By Martial Arts.
MMP TALKS is a non-profit social enterprise devoted to spreading self-mastery teachings inspired by martial art & philosophy combined with self-help to raise the consciousness of the self, collective, and Mother Earth to make the world a better place to live in.
At the MMP TALKS inspired thought leaders, authorities, and masters in our community will share a compelling talk (up to 20 minutes) about their key life message inspired through the hidden secrets and power of the martial arts & philosophy, to educate, inspire and empower you to step into your truest power through The Art of Self Mastery.
Martial Mind Power - http://www.martialmindpower.com

Sep 3, 2023 • 6min
MMP Talks(20): "Strictly Come Fighting" - Tommy Franzen (Student's Edition)
http://talks.martialmindpower.com
Professional Dancer, Dance Choreographer, Property Developer, Stuntman and Martial Artist
They say, when you transcend your art, "you see everything in everything." Tommy is at the top of his dance game, and being an avid martial artist, he has discovered a powerful connection between dance and martial arts which has enabled him to know when and how to "flow or fight" to success.
Tommy will share how he discovered "flow or fight," and how this has helped him rise to the top of his game, and share strategies on how you can too.
Tommy amazing accolades include: appearing in Mamma Mia 1 & 2, Cats, Everyone's Talking About Jamie, Harry Potter 4, Aladdin, Tomorrow Morning and Snow White; dancing at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and 2012 Paralympics London handover ceremonies with David Beckham and Leona Lewis; runner up on the BBC program 'So You Think You Can Dance' in 2010; choreographed hip hop/street dance routines on Strictly Come Dancing for the past 5 years; nominated for an Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement in Dance in 2012; National Dance Award by the Critics’ Circle for Best Male Performance; Southbank Award for the Breakthrough Award; awarded a National Dance Award for Best Male Performance for my lead roles in ZooNation company’s ‘Some Like It Hip Hop’ and Russell Maliphant Company’s ‘Rodin Project’ in 2012; playing lead character Wang Tang in a martial arts hip/hop theatre show at the Barbican called 'The Five and the Prophecy of Prana'; and much much more.
To discover How to Fight or Flow, Join Tommy Franzen at MMP Talks
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Martial Mind Power Talks - Martial Mindset for Everyday Life.
Spreading Self Mastery Inspired By Martial Arts.
MMP TALKS is a non-profit social enterprise devoted to spreading self-mastery teachings inspired by martial art & philosophy combined with self-help to raise the consciousness of the self, collective, and Mother Earth to make the world a better place to live in.
At the MMP TALKS inspired thought leaders, authorities, and masters in our community will share a compelling talk (up to 20 minutes) about their key life message inspired through the hidden secrets and power of the martial arts & philosophy, to educate, inspire and empower you to step into your truest power through The Art of Self Mastery.
Martial Mind Power - http://www.martialmindpower.com

Aug 12, 2023 • 17min
MMP Talks(19): "Wonder Woman" - Rachael Partleton (Student's Edition)
http://talks.martialmindpower.com
Financial Abuse Specialist and Martial Artist
Having been the victim of financial abuse and entrapment, Rachael suffered PTSD through years of legal and financial battle and ruin. However, Rachael decided to fight for freedom, not only for herself, but for others as well.
Rachael now spearheads the fight to protect people against financial abuse nationally, lobbying the government and financial institutes to recognise financial abuse as a crime, and to safeguard people in dangerous and exploitative relationships. She is literally changing the shape of the financial and legal system so no one else has to suffer what she went through.
In Rachael Partleton's MMP Talk, she is going to reveal how she found the fight within her when she was being continuously knocked down, and how she rose to defend others.
To learn Why Rachael is the Real-Life Wonder Woman, Join Rachael at MMP Talks
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Martial Mind Power Talks - Martial Mindset for Everyday Life.
Spreading Self Mastery Inspired By Martial Arts.
MMP TALKS is a non-profit social enterprise devoted to spreading self-mastery teachings inspired by martial art & philosophy combined with self-help to raise the consciousness of the self, collective, and Mother Earth to make the world a better place to live in.
At the MMP TALKS inspired thought leaders, authorities, and masters in our community will share a compelling talk (up to 20 minutes) about their key life message inspired through the hidden secrets and power of the martial arts & philosophy, to educate, inspire and empower you to step into your truest power through The Art of Self Mastery.
Martial Mind Power - http://www.martialmindpower.com

Jul 28, 2023 • 20min
MMP Talks(18): "Hospitality or Hospital" - John McElhinney (Student's Edition)
http://talks.martialmindpower.com
Successful Hospitality Businessman and Martial Artist
John McElhinney is a successful bar owner, with five bars throughout London renowned for their big welcome, outstanding hospitality, quality craft beverages, and best Thai bar food.
However, it wasn't always like that. He has had a turbulent life in the hospitality business, and throughout the years, he has faced many challenges including the pandemic which almost landed his business in the hospital many-a-time.
Over the years, Johnny has learnt some crucial lessons, reinforced with his martial arts practice and mindset to make him a more astute and resilient businessman.
In Johnny's MMP Talk, he will share his martial arts secrets to his success in the good, the bad and the ugly.
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Martial Mind Power Talks - Martial Mindset for Everyday Life.
Spreading Self Mastery Inspired By Martial Arts.
MMP TALKS is a non-profit social enterprise devoted to spreading self-mastery teachings inspired by martial art & philosophy combined with self-help to raise the consciousness of the self, collective, and Mother Earth to make the world a better place to live in.
At the MMP TALKS inspired thought leaders, authorities, and masters in our community will share a compelling talk (up to 20 minutes) about their key life message inspired through the hidden secrets and power of the martial arts & philosophy, to educate, inspire and empower you to step into your truest power through The Art of Self Mastery.
Martial Mind Power - http://www.martialmindpower.com

Mar 27, 2023 • 1h
ep 38 - Enter The Flow - Accessing a Higher State of Consciousness (w/Lak & JT)
In todays episode, co-host Jatinder and Sifu Lak choose and discuss
today's koan, "Feel The Motion of The Ocean", found on page 289 of Lak's
book, "The Art Of Thinking Without Thinking."Highlights include:- What is the cosmic womb?- little glitches in the system that serve us, if we reframe what's happened to us.- Lak refutes his imposed label "optimist" for this word instead.- What are the 3 circles of control a person has?- How to log in to the cosmic wifi of life - is meditation the answer?- How superman and his newfound powers helps us control our own sense experiences- Why superheroes exist and what they remind us of- Picking up thoughts that may not be yours, mirror Neurons and tapping into higher intelligence- The incredible deeper insight into the nature of a wifi wave.- Why empaths suffer and what they can do to cope with their overwhelm.- Why Lak refutes that this is not the age of the guru anymoreMartial Mind Power, by Lak Loi, uses martial arts inspired by #BruceLee,
ancient wisdom, and self-mastery principles to help provide better
mental health for a modern age. To learn more, check out Lak's books
here: https://www.martialmindpower.com/