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BJJ MeditationsAuthor: Joe Hannan
Reflections on the martial art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and how we can translate its lessons to personal development, peak performance, and leadership. Language: en-us Genres: Philosophy, Society & Culture, Sports, Wrestling Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 94
Tuesday, 1 April, 2025
🔍 Episode Summary In this introspective and unusually candid episode of BJJ Meditations, host Joe Hannan sits down for a long-awaited conversation—with himself. Recorded from his new studio space, Joe explores themes of vulnerability, self-sabotage, and the evolving role of the instructor, all through a deeply personal and, at times, confrontational lens. What unfolds is a nuanced dialogue about identity, purpose, and the tension between performance and authenticity, both on and off the mats. Whether you're a seasoned grappler or someone navigating inner conflict, this episode offers something unexpectedly resonant. 🥋 Takeaways -- The training room often reflects our deeper psychological patterns. -- Honesty with oneself is the hardest—and most necessary—kind. -- Choking white belts isn't about dominance, but perspective. -- The persona we show our students may be hiding something deeper. -- Vulnerability, when practiced with rigor, becomes a discipline. -- Even instructors need to be reminded of kindness—especially toward themselves. -- The examined life can be uncomfortable, but it’s the only life worth rolling for. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – A New Studio, A New Season 02:40 – The Guest Arrives 05:15 – Training, Ego, and the Mask of Expertise 09:30 – Rolling with Emily Kwok: Feedback and Honesty 13:00 – Teaching vs. Thematic Obsession 17:10 – Who Would You Choke (Hypothetically)? 20:30 – Losing as Strategy, Content as Catharsis 26:00 – Respecting White Belts, Revisiting Purpose 31:15 – Final Thoughts and Strange Sponsorships Sign up for the Jonathan Thomas seminar: https://kick.site/znfhndnk Order your copy of Power Trip Issue 1 (and merch): https://powertripworldwide.com/
