The samurai class of Japan had a complex social hierarchy that wasn't always as glamorous as it sounds. As the need for warriors declined, many lower-ranking samurai found themselves struggling with mundane jobs, wondering how being a samurai aligned with normal life.
While the U.S. may have more people who can lift heavy weights, Japan excels in the area of functional movement and comfortability in sitting on the ground for extended periods of time.
The key to success in jiu-jitsu is consistency and sticking with it for the long haul, regardless of rank or competition level. Each person's path is unique and dependent on their personal life circumstances.
The US Army's talent-based branching program, which allows officers to switch career tracks and acquire more skills to make them better leaders, shows the value of career exploration and not being locked into a single path.
The UFC roster eventually finds a way to navigate through a champion's fighting style, minimizing damage and making it difficult to finish opponents. Martial arts lifestyle is a long-time planted seed in the minds of champions and fighters.
In this podcast, the speaker discusses how brotherhood and Brazilian jujitsu helps him cope with growing up without a father figure while still providing support and camaraderie.