An interesting jiu jitsu observation: the ego is in a constant cycle - deflating, inflating, then deflating again. It never ends. I enjoy that dichotomy.

Some people can’t handle the deflation part. They struggle with the mental bruising that comes from getting tapped repeatedly along the journey. I welcome it. Training either shows progression or exposes holes. There’s no bullshitting. You get real-time feedback.

I got tapped 5 times in a single 5min roll this past week. The guy was technical and skilled. Respect is due when it’s not just deserved, but earned. Earned through perseverance and grit.

And it’s also earned through the willingness to commit to this complex mental and physical chess match, where the real opponent you’re fighting isn’t the person across from you - it’s yourself. #jiujitsu #bjj