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In this bonus episode we are in studio to break down everything that went down at WNO 32! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our 100th mini-episode, we explain **the golden rule,** also known as the ethic of reciprocity or the "do unto others" principle. In our opinion, despite not being explicitly about grappling, the golden rule is the most important mental model for jiu-jitsu. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro) ⬆️ **LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium!** The world's LARGEST library of jiu-jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter) Learn more mental models in our online database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database) Follow us on social: [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels) [https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels) [https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social](https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social/) [https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels)

What if everything you’ve been told about “fundamentals” in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is wrong?For years you’ve heard it. Focus on the basics. Master the fundamentals. Drill the same moves over and over. But what if that advice is actually the reason you feel stuck on the mats?In this episode, Josh breaks down the biggest lie in BJJ and explains why there are no fundamental techniques. Jiu Jitsu is not a collection of moves. It is a series of problems that must be solved in real time.You’ll learn why top athletes don’t think in techniques, how to identify the real tasks that win you rounds, and how to stop becoming the victim of a thousand moves. This episode will completely change how you approach training, drilling, and building your own game.If you’ve ever felt like your Jiu Jitsu isn’t clicking, this is the shift you’ve been missing.Watch this before your next training session.Try this in training. Ask yourself what has to happen for you to win a round. Track what happens when you lose. Focus on accomplishing the same task with less strength and less movement every session.New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe if you want to suck less at Jiu Jitsu. Greatest Guard Passing Seminar Ever: https://youtu.be/aDAwqBVoDP4Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki(FREE): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isuckDatsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”: https://www.dsgear.com/ The Competitor’s Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp

Greg Souders and Gavin Corbe join the show to talk about the ecological approach, life as an engineer, and WNO 32! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we're joined by Jeff Shaw! Jeff is a black belt, head coach at Bellingham BJJ, and a history professor with peer-reviewed publications on jiu-jitsu history. In this episode, Jeff shares his findings on one of the most obscure and underappreciated figures in jiu-jitsu history: Rorden Gracie. Follow Jeff on Instagram: [https://instagram.com/jeffshawbjj](https://instagram.com/jeffshawbjj) Train with Jeff at Bellingham BJJ in Washington: [https://bellinghambjj.com](https://bellinghambjj.com/) ⬆️ **LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium!** The world's LARGEST library of jiu-jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter) Learn more mental models in our online database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database) Follow us on social: [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels) [https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels) [https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social](https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social/) [https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels) Music by Enterprize: [https://enterprize.bandcamp.com](https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/)

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Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys in the home studio in Austin, TX.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@nickyrod247@ethan.crelinsten@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiC4 :@c4energy[https://glnk.io/44o9/bjjdamien](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWtzWGhaQWpRdC10d2hYRDFtUGxWZ2NoUHhzQXxBQ3Jtc0ttakNRbjhhb3pySElMaS1uZWx5QTYzZ2ducFhlUkhtQWlxWkRpMFlhZnYySGZtOVZ4SldqRmpSLVBFWkl5OTJBZ2xnWVc3dVdZWTk5MXdzZXdkM2tNQmo2MW90UWZkWnFCei13MG5WMWxUc2NqaTRhTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fglnk.io%2F44o9%2Fbjjdamien&v=V-8pxiByvqg)Code: SIMPLEMAN for 15% off your order!Marek Health:🥼[https://marekhealth.com](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazRlUi1CbS1WN3BVa2dVcUM0d0ZxaWFPXzJIUXxBQ3Jtc0tudEE0R1g3LUdpay1jTXVzdmRqODlUZUVMcUNyYnllUnB1MHRxOHM5S2J2bmpUd0NJemppQlU5b0ZvRFNRX2NmZ3BGODl4UGFCYlBQUE45NUhCbEpYcGRKZ0tRaGVRSUN4dmYxcF9DelpaNjNULVRUNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmarekhealth.com%2F&v=V-8pxiByvqg) Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANSimple Man Merchwww.simplemanma.myshopify.comPronoia:[https://www.pronoiabjj.com/](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHFwOXh3ZUFOYjV2ckdUVnhyalVQTG1zcW1VUXxBQ3Jtc0ttbFBvN0tTRDV4ODRJWndYTWpvY2VJZXE3VTYzaGJMSXJ2NkFEbWV4S3hoVnJneXVYaE5UaE9lcHRjc1pncnMyWWxvVXJCNEZLRkd4N2JFX2hhYUsxd2VRLTdSUHNZLTJoRUVVUTBvLU1PVlFrWmpYTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pronoiabjj.com%2F&v=V-8pxiByvqg)Use promocode SIMPLEMAN for 10% off your entire order at checkoutPronoia Instagram: @pronoiabjjCarne Jerky:@carnejerky_Timestamps:[00:00:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg) Intro 🎙️[00:00:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=30s) Quads 🏎️[00:01:12](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=72s) Nicky Snacking 🍫[00:02:54](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=174s) Cardio [00:05:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=315s) Calling Liam 📞[00:06:02](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=362s) How Does Cardio Translate to Jiu Jitsu? 🤼‍♀️[00:07:01](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=421s) 7 Hours of ATV 🏜️[00:14:28](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=868s) C4 - code SIMPLEMAN for 15% off ⚡[00:14:51](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=891s) Marek Health - code SIMPLEMAN for 10% off 🧬[00:15:09](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=909s) Ethan Disappears [00:18:53](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=1133s) Ethan Returns 😂[00:20:50](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=1250s) Bubble Tea Straw Sound [00:23:10](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=1390s) ATV Gear [00:25:07](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=1507s) Camping Trip 🏕️[00:26:19](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=1579s) 4+4 🧠[00:26:53](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=1613s) Quad Around the Neighborhood 🏘️[00:31:02](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=1862s) Bye Sal 👋[00:31:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=1890s) Damien's Baby! 👶[00:33:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=1995s) Q&A - How to Improve Cardio? [00:39:34](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=2374s) Q&A - Goals for 2026? 🎯[00:42:12](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=2532s) Q&A - Best Passing for Wrestlers? 🤼‍♂️➡️[00:43:18](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=2598s) Q&A - Largest Animal You Can Pin? 🐻💪[00:54:52](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=3292s) Q&A - Fastest Simple Man? ⚡😂[00:56:42](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=3402s) Calling NickyRod 📞[00:58:02](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=3482s) WNO Tomorrow! 🥇[01:02:47](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=3767s) SMMA is Growing! 📈[01:03:17](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=3797s) Ethan Bought a Quad 🏎️💸[01:09:12](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=4152s) and a House! 🏡[01:10:35](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=4235s) Declan vs Meregali 🤼‍♂️🔥[01:11:12](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=4272s) NickyRod Deodorant & Bluetooth 🤣📱[01:13:37](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=4417s) Nicky Quad Accident 💥[01:16:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-8pxiByvqg&t=4560s) See Ya! 👋

In part 2 of this series, Chewy shares 5 more ideas that he wishes he received when he was 25 years old to help with getting the most out of life. On this episode we discuss the following ideas: - Why Chewy and his wife lived in a small apartment (one of Chewy's favorite "money moments"). - Why Chewy bought a car with cash and plans to drive it until the wheels fall off. - Why Chewy never bought his wife an expensive wedding ring or had an extravagant wedding. - Why Chewy chose to live in a modest home and waited for the right time to purchase a property. - Chewy discusses that even though he may work a lot, the work he does is meaningful. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to **https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30** and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://epicrollbjj.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

This week, we're joined by Brad Stulberg! Brad is the author of multiple bestsellers including *The Way of Excellence* and *Peak Performance.* In this episode, Brad shares his findings from a decade of researching excellence: what it actually is, why we chase it, and what separates real pursuit from the performative version flooding our feeds. Topics include: the three Cs of excellence (caring, curiosity, consistency), self-handicapping, reframing nerves as excitement, why plateaus are a feature (not a bug), and how to make intelligent trade-offs so you stop spreading yourself too thin. If you've ever beaten yourself up for not progressing fast enough, this one's for you. Get The Way of Excellence and Brad's other books: [https://bradstulberg.com](https://bradstulberg.com) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Process Over Outcomes [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/process-over-outcomes](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/process-over-outcomes)- Feedback Loop [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop)- Defensive Thinking [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking)- Consistency [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency)- Compounding [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compounding](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compounding)- Surface Area [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area)- Keep It Playful [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful) ⬆️ **LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium!** The world's LARGEST library of jiu-jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter) Learn more mental models in our online database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database) Follow us on social: [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels) [https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels) [https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social](https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social/) [https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels) Music by Enterprize: [https://enterprize.bandcamp.com](https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/)

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In this week's mini-episode, we explain the **elbow-knee connection:** a defensive (and also offensive) concept where we shrink the gap between our elbow and knee. Closing this space makes guard passing and retention easier by denying our opponent access to our hips, arms, and legs. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro) ⬆️ **LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium!** The world's LARGEST library of jiu-jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter) Learn more mental models in our online database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database) Follow us on social: [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels) [https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels) [https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social](https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social/) [https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels)

Finally, your voice can be heard! In episode #1 of "951-HOT-TAKE" I(@thejoshmckinney) listen to some of your most frustrated and hottest takes. If you've ever been annoyed about someone who doesn't deserve their next belt getting promoted before you, then you NEED to listen to this episode. BJJ Belt promotions are one of the most vague and frustrating parts of jiu jitsu. How can we solve it? Don't worry, I have the answer and it's simple and it'll shock you. We also talk about big guys being mistreated, submissions not working, and how dumb stripe are. Whites and Blacks(belts) alike will laugh and learn from this new episode format for the I Suck at Jiu Jitsu show. It took 367 episodes but we really have found our stride... Subscribe for more jiu jitsu breakdowns, seminars, competition insights, and gameplans. Greatest Guard Passing Seminar Ever: https://youtu.be/aDAwqBVoDP4 Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki(FREE): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isuck Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”: https://www.dsgear.com/ The Competitor’s Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp **0:00** I Suck at Jiu Jitsu (Intro + new hotline concept) **1:41** HOT TAKE #1: Stop crying about heavyweights **3:03** Should you avoid bigger opponents? (real answer) **5:24** Why going harder is actually making you worse **7:14** HOT TAKE #2: Omoplatas are useless?! **9:03** Why omoplatas actually work (but not how you think) **11:21** Why most people NEVER get good at them **16:35** HOT TAKE #3: Adults who need stripes should quit **17:30** The truth about stripe promotions (black belt secret) **20:30** The awkward reality of belt promotions **22:29** HOT TAKE #4: Promotions on the podium are cringe **24:31** When it’s actually okay to promote on the podium **30:00** HOT TAKE: People self-promoting belts?! **33:32** THE BIG REVEAL: Belts don’t matter **35:07** Why self-promoters don’t win long-term **40:00** How to know if you DESERVE your next belt **46:08** HOT TAKE: Wrestlers shouldn’t be white belts **48:42** Wrestling vs Judo (spicy take) **50:18** Why consistency beats talent every time **54:16** Quick mindset shift: Are you actually improving? **55:55** WILDEST TAKE: Infect your competition to win 😳 **56:28** Is that… illegal?? **59:10** REAL QUESTION: Who’s the jerk in this roll? **1:02:12** The REAL problem: bad communication in training **1:05:10** Why “rolling light” always turns into war **1:06:29** The simplest solution: just don’t train with them **1:08:46** Outro: Why everyone still sucks (and that’s okay)

Alberto Crane returns to talk about his life in Jiu-Jitsu since being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. He talks about how exploring Neurology has helped him and lessons he's learned. He also talks about the early days of being an American in Brazil!

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Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys in the home studio in Austin, TX to catch up with NickyRod after his match vs Elder Cruz and more!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@nickyrod247@ethan.crelinsten@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiC4 :@c4energyhttps://glnk.io/44o9/bjjdamienCode: SIMPLEMAN for 15% off your order!Marek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANSimple Man Merchwww.simplemanma.myshopify.comPronoia:https://www.pronoiabjj.com/Use promocode SIMPLEMAN for 10% off your entire order at checkoutPronoia Instagram: @pronoiabjjCarne Jerky:@carnejerky_Timestamps:00:00:00 Intro00:00:30 Damien's Trying to Structure the Pod00:03:07 Guitar Man00:03:47 Homeless Car Wash00:05:39 Joe Pyfer vs Israel Adeysana 00:10:52 Shooting00:13:17 Gun vs Knife00:15:47 Cardio00:16:36 C4 code SIMPLEMAN for 15% off!00:16:59 Marek Health code SIMPLEMAN for 10% off!00:17:13 Chat GPT Cardio Plan00:23:45 Damien vs Ethan00:28:10 Ethan's Caloric Defecit00:28:30 Childhood Shows00:34:43 Interest Rates & Gas Prices00:37:10 NickyRod's Recap of His Match00:38:50 Gambling the House00:45:28 Texas Poker is Difficult00:46:17 Rapid ROI00:50:28 Declan vs Meregali00:52:50 Damien's On Call00:54:00 WNO00:56:55 Helmet or No Ride00:57:46 Mataya vs Little Jacob00:59:40 Pet Cow01:00:30 Ethan's House!01:01:00 Ethan's Quad01:03:05 Damien's New Hobby?01:09:13 WHOOP01:09:29 See Ya!

On this episode, Chewy shares some ideas that he wishes he received when he was 25 years old to help with getting the most out of life. In this episode we discuss these ideas: 1. Why Chewy "ate crap" to figure out his business. 2. How Chewy dealt with criticism and how following your own path can get lonely. 3. Why Chewy lost a lot of relationships in the process of creating the life he wanted. 4. The importance of sitting down and writing out how you want your life to look. 5. Why Chewy and his wife decided on having clearly defined roles and responsibilities. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to **https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30** and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://epicrollbjj.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

In this episode, Trey Robinson dives into the recent results from ADCC trials, who is registered for Pans, and what else is coming up on the calendar! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we're joined again by Tum Energia! In this episode, we explain the real challenge facing grapplers today: not finding good technique, but filtering through way too much of it. Tum breaks down how concepts and mechanical cues beat memorizing techniques, and why simple games like "dirty feet" build better jiu-jitsu than drilling the latest viral submission. Follow Tum on Instagram: [https://instagram.com/tumenergia](https://instagram.com/tumenergia) Subscribe to Energia Martial Arts on YouTube: [https://youtube.com/@EnergiaMartialArts](https://youtube.com/@EnergiaMartialArts) Train with Tum at Energia Martial Arts in Nijmegen, Netherlands: [https://energia-martialarts.com](https://energia-martialarts.com) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Concepts Over Techniques [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques)- Hick's Law [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/hicks-law](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/hicks-law)- Cognitive Load [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load)- Ecological Dynamics [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics)- Inside Channel Control [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control)- Kuzushi [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi)- Theory of Alignment [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment)- External Cues [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/external-cues](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/external-cues)- Abundance Paradox [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-paradox](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-paradox)- Red Queen Effect [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/red-queen-effect](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/red-queen-effect) ⬆️ **LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium!** The world's LARGEST library of jiu-jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter) Learn more mental models in our online database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database) Follow us on social: [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels) [https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels) [https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social](https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social/) [https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels) Music by Enterprize: [https://enterprize.bandcamp.com](https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/)

Today, Jesse, Mike and Stephan discuss the impact of war on everyday life, particularly how the ongoing war in Iran could affect gas prices and essential goods if it continues. Conflicts in the Middle East can turn luxury activities into financial burdens, forcing people to prioritise their spending and making jiu-jitsu training and other leisure activities unaffordable as the cost of everyday living rises.

In this episode of Fighting Matters, Steve Kwan is joined by Matt Tansey and Daniel Millstein: two licensed mental health professionals who also train jiu-jitsu. They attack one of the most repeated claims in the sport ("jiu-jitsu is my therapy"), what's actually true about it, what isn't, and why the distinction matters more than most people think. ⸻ 👥 Featuring: • Steve Kwan — [https://bjjmentalmodels.com](https://bjjmentalmodels.com) • Matt Tansey — [https://matthewtansey.com](https://matthewtansey.com) • Daniel Millstein — [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/daniel-millstein-boston-ma/1239597](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/daniel-millstein-boston-ma/1239597) ⸻ 🧠 Topics Discussed: • What therapists actually do (and how they differ from coaches) • Why jiu-jitsu can be therapeutic without being therapy • The Dunning-Kruger effect and black belt overconfidence • How jiu-jitsu can help and harm people with trauma • Why male practitioners avoid therapy but embrace pseudoscience • SSRIs, psychedelics, stem cells, and the jiu-jitsu bro health pipeline ⸻ 📖 Chapters: 00:00 — Introducing Matt and Daniel 02:48 — Types of mental health practitioners 06:43 — Can jiu-jitsu be therapeutic? 12:31 — Competence, confidence, and the Dunning-Kruger trap 23:49 — When jiu-jitsu actually helps 26:12 — Overselling jiu-jitsu 28:31 — Trauma, PTSD, and proper disclosure 36:44 — What therapists can't say (but coaches can) 42:57 — Dudes will do anything except go to therapy 50:48 — Ethics, credentials, and the unregulated advice problem 01:00:17 — Psychedelics, stem cells, and anti-SSRI bros

In today's episode of *The Strenuous Life Podcast*, I share the story of dealing with storms, giant tides, and the ever-present threat of polar bears on the remote Hudson Bay coast at the mouth of the Thlewiaza River in Nunavut, Canada and what I learned about physical, mental, and emotional performance in extreme circumstances. This is an excerpt from my book "Perseverance, Life and Death in the Subarctic", the story of the trip in the podcast above and a damn good read, available at Amazon in phyiscal, Kindle and audibook formats: https://www.amazon.com/Perseverance-Death-Subarctic-Stephan-Kesting/dp/1639368612/ Also available at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/perseverance-stephan-kesting/1145682384 Indigo in Canada: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/perseverance-life-and-death-in-the-subarctic/9781639368617.html And in many independent bookstores all around the world (they can always order it in if they don't have it). Thanks so much, Stephan Kesting P.S. If you enjoyed this episode check out the beginning of this journey in episode 419 of The Strenuous Life Podcast (links below). For everything in between that episode and this one you'll have to check out the book though... Episode 419 on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/419-perseverance-life-and-death-in-the/id320705565?i=1000697659908 Episode 419 on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2eKjiJs9G3SVa6ERGXLhAo

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In this week's mini-episode, we explain **shuhari:** a Japanese concept from the traditional martial arts explaining the three stages of mastery. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro) ⬆️ **LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium!** The world's LARGEST library of jiu-jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter) Learn more mental models in our online database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database) Follow us on social: [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels) [https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels) [https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social](https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social/) [https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels)

I ranked every major guard pass in jiu jitsu from useless to essential based on what actually works when you’re trying to pass against good people. In this episode of the I Suck at Jiu Jitsu Show, I break down the best guard passes in grappling using three criteria: risk, finishability, and versatility. If you’ve ever felt stuck inside someone’s guard, constantly getting swept, submitted, or forced into bad decisions just trying to pass, this will help you see things a lot more clearly. This isn’t just a list of flashy passes. I’m talking about what actually holds up in real training and competition. Which passes are worth building your game around, which ones are more situational, and which ones probably aren’t worth your time right now. I cover passes like the knee cut, torreando, leg drag, side smash, leg weave, float pass, tripod pass, body lock pass, long step, over under, double under, single under, X pass, Sao Paulo pass, cross pant grip passing, back step, reverse knee cut, knee staple, surfer pass, hip switch, cross body half guard passing, and more. If you’re newer and trying to figure out where to focus, or you’ve been training for a while and want to tighten up your passing system, this should give you a solid direction. And if you think I got something completely wrong, I want to hear it. Drop your hottest take in the comments. Subscribe for more jiu jitsu breakdowns, seminars, competition insights, and gameplans. Greatest Guard Passing Seminar Ever: https://youtu.be/aDAwqBVoDP4 Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki(FREE): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isuck Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”: https://www.dsgear.com/ The Competitor’s Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp 0:00 Intro 0:17 Why This Episode Will Change Your Guard Passing 1:47 The Tier List Criteria 5:50 Risk in Guard Passing 8:13 Finishability 10:04 Versatility 12:23 Torreando Pass 14:41 X Pass 16:08 Leg Drag 17:17 Cartwheel Pass 18:57 Datsusara Sponsor Break 20:24 Single Under Pass 21:58 Knee Cut Pass 24:59 Reverse Knee Cut 26:06 Back Step Pass 29:25 Over Under Pass 32:03 Competitor’s Journey Ad 33:24 DLR Stepover Pass 34:27 Double Under Pass 35:28 Body Lock Pass 37:22 Side Smash / Folding Pass 40:00 Near Side Underhook Pass 41:34 Leg Weave Pass 43:20 Knee Weave / Dope Mount 43:49 Smash Half Guard Pass 44:46 Float Pass 46:00 High Step Pass 47:23 BJJ Mental Models Sponsor Break 48:36 Sao Paulo Pass 50:09 Tripod Pass 51:06 Long Step Pass 52:56 Knee Staple Pass 54:45 Cross Pant Grip Pass 55:40 Surfer Pass 57:13 Double Under Lapel Pass / Squid Pass 59:42 Reverse Leg Drag 1:01:26 Hip Switch vs Crossbody Half Guard Pass 1:03:14 Crossbody Half Guard Pass 1:04:04 How to Build Guard Passing Combos 1:04:56 Torreando Combo 1:05:54 Leg Drag Combo 1:07:21 Knee Cut Combo 1:09:20 Knee Weave Combo 1:10:35 Why Stack Passes Ranked Lower 1:13:12 Final Thoughts on the Tier List 1:14:16 951 Hot Take + Guard Passing Seminar 1:14:57 Why the Tier List Trilogy Ends Here