"Do not deprive your children of deprivation."Stop comparing yourself.Run your own race.https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-matthews-537066169/BJJ Black BeltTraining since 2012SummaryI caught up with James Matthews to talk BJJ. We cover topics such as the importance of local support, the role of AI in training, cultural insights, and the dynamics of training and competition. We discuss the significance of mental toughness, injury adaptation, and the balance between strength and technique in Jiu-Jitsu. We also get into parenting, success, and the philosophy behind Jiu-Jitsu, emphasizing the need to run one's own race and be present in the moment.TakeawaysJiu-Jitsu is both a team and an individual sport.Mental toughness is developed through adversity.Support local businesses to strengthen communities.AI can assist in training, but is not a replacement for experience.Cultural insights can enhance understanding of practices.Injuries can lead to adaptations in training methods.The gi provides a unique training experience that is foundational to Jiu-Jitsu.Competition reveals true effort and commitment in training.Parenting success is measured by the happiness and health of children.Running your own race is crucial in both Jiu-Jitsu and life.Sound bites"Kangaroo is delicious.""Run your own race."Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background02:54 The Evolution of AI and Its Impact05:46 Cultural Insights: Beer and Local Support08:46 Kangaroo: A Unique Australian Perspective11:41 Journey into Jiu-Jitsu: Personal Stories17:38 Training Dynamics and Learning Experiences23:26 Injury and Adaptation in Jiu-Jitsu29:25 The Role of Technique vs. Strength in Training33:28 The Importance of Being Present36:16 The Dual Nature of Jiu-Jitsu39:13 Gi vs. No-Gi: A Personal Preference45:02 Mental Toughness and Adversity50:37 Parenting and Success: A Long-Term Perspective58:25 Running Your Own Race****Thanks to my CRM/marketing-automation sponsor. Get all of your ducks in a row for as low as $15/mo.****Take control of your life with ⁠⁠12 Weeks To Peak™⁠⁠: 12WeeksToPeak.comConnect with me for regular posts, threads, and chats on Substack: https://thewes.substack.com/⁠⁠X⁠⁠: https://x.com/bjjandbiz⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠#BJJandBIZPodcast #12WeeksToPeak #SalesTraining #GoalSetting #PersonalDevelopment #GrowthMindset

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