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The Importance of Humility in Jiu-Jitsu
1:42:38 - 1:51:08 (08:30)
Despite the common advice to check your ego at the door in jiu-jitsu, many beginners initially rely heavily on their strength rather than technique. However, as they progress and face smaller opponents who can still defeat them, the necessity of humility becomes clear.
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The best strategies for dealing with conflict are to not attack the issue directly and to maneuver around the problem to find a solution.
1:42:38 - 1:43:25 (00:46)
Summary
The best strategies for dealing with conflict are to not attack the issue directly and to maneuver around the problem to find a solution. This can be applied in various situations, including physical combat and workplace conflicts.
ChapterThe Importance of Humility in Jiu-Jitsu
Episode#197 – Jocko Willink: War, Leadership, and Discipline
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Jujitsu is not just a physical sport, but a way to understand and approach life.
1:43:25 - 1:45:23 (01:58)
Summary
Jujitsu is not just a physical sport, but a way to understand and approach life. It teaches humility by showing that individuals of all sizes and ages can tap out even the strongest opponents, and helps bring different aspects of life together through its connective tissue.
ChapterThe Importance of Humility in Jiu-Jitsu
Episode#197 – Jocko Willink: War, Leadership, and Discipline
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Training with the same people can limit your ability to adapt to unknown opponent's game.
1:45:23 - 1:46:36 (01:13)
Summary
Training with the same people can limit your ability to adapt to unknown opponent's game. Testing your skills against a variety of opponents will strengthen your abilities and help uncover hidden weaknesses.
ChapterThe Importance of Humility in Jiu-Jitsu
Episode#197 – Jocko Willink: War, Leadership, and Discipline
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
John Donahue has created a science of jiu-jitsu to a level never seen before with systems thinking, as he discusses in this podcast episode.
1:46:36 - 1:49:58 (03:21)
Summary
John Donahue has created a science of jiu-jitsu to a level never seen before with systems thinking, as he discusses in this podcast episode.
ChapterThe Importance of Humility in Jiu-Jitsu
Episode#197 – Jocko Willink: War, Leadership, and Discipline
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Keep training, check your ego, and focus on learning techniques instead of using strength to tap out your opponent.
1:49:58 - 1:51:08 (01:10)
Summary
Keep training, check your ego, and focus on learning techniques instead of using strength to tap out your opponent. Relaxation is key to mastering jiu-jitsu.