Apr 24, 2024
In this episode, Joe discusses the concepts of certainty and uncertainty in the contexts of jiu jitsu and life. He explores the idea that certainty can be boring and that the pursuit of certainty often leads to fear, anxiety, and doubt. He also touches on the role of coaches and the value of asking the right...
Apr 17, 2024
In this episode, Joe reflects on his current state of mind and training in between competitions. He discusses his tendency to not drive things to completion in his jiu jitsu game and his efforts to improve in this area. He also explores his aversion to finishing things and the emotional import of feeling stupid and...
Apr 10, 2024
Reflections from my experiences at the New York Open and the lessons learned from competing, including the importance of finding your own approach to competition and the value of looking stupid.
Other areas of exploration include:
- The journey of psychological preparation
- The challenges of anxiety and stress
- Methods for...
Apr 3, 2024
Josh Lu of 1-800-BJJ-HELP is back. This time, we're going deep on all things mindfulness and meditation.
Josh is a white belt based in San Diego, CA. He's been meditating for 12 years and has spent a total of 45 days (spread out over the years) on silent retreat. He's currently pursuing a mindfulness meditation teacher...