For many of us there comes a time in life where we are forced into uncomfortable situations. They can come in the form of losing your job, having to go on unemployment, living beneath your supposed standards, an apology for something you feel you be vindicated, etc. Never has the tool of “humble pie” beenContinue reading “#235 Humble pie”
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#197 There’s work to be done…
One of the beautiful things about Jiu Jitsu is the never ending ability for you to be humbled. Even at the top of your game, following a winning performance could you be humbled in the gym by someone without competitive aspirations. Never take for granted this ability of Jiu Jitsu to remind you that noContinue reading “#197 There’s work to be done…”
#160 Humility and Confidence
As a warrior, self confidence is paramount. As a student, so is humility. The journey of a Martial Artist aims to unify the best of both worlds. In combat, there is no time to fear or doubt but only to move and move with certainty. Second guessing is never rewarded. In life also, those lackingContinue reading “#160 Humility and Confidence”
Daily blog #54
Are you sure? In Jiu Jitsu, there are very few things that can be said with absolute certainty. Meaning that there are rules in Martial Arts such as keeping your hands up in a fight as opposed to below your waist. This would make sense even to the untrained individual and it would in mostContinue reading “Daily blog #54”
Daily blog #53
Actions over words in coaching As a Jiu Jitsu coach or any other for that matter, it’s fairly obvious that your role is to develop those you teach to be well trained practitioners. However, there is a line between relaying technical knowledge and communicating effectively. Oftentimes, a young teacher like myself can be blind toContinue reading “Daily blog #53”
Daily blog #12
Parasite We are all born with a parasite inside us that we will never get rid of. It will always attempt to grow and feed off of us, until it destroys us from within. This creature has led to the demise of countless lives, cities and civilizations. It dwells inside each of us, growing strongerContinue reading “Daily blog #12”
The Jiu Jitsu Way 