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Embrace Growth over Ego
A significant mindset shift occurs when grapplers recognize that getting tapped out in training does not equate to a loss; instead, it represents an opportunity for growth. Female instructors, particularly those who are smaller than their students, often face challenges during sparring due to size discrepancies. However, viewing students as teammates rather than subordinates fosters a supportive learning environment. Celebrating students' improvements conveys a deeper understanding that their progress contributes to the instructor's own development, thereby emphasizing the importance of collaboration over competition.