#015 Know Thyself - The Essential Jiu Jitsu Journey - a podcast by John Smallios

Join John and Matty, this time in the dojo as we discuss the essential jiu jitsu journey - from within yourself and throughout those around you. 

Study Yourself

You decided to don the gi and take part in this journey. You make your way to jiu jitsu class, you tie your belt, and you train for hours. It’s your neck that’s on the line, and it’s your limbs that are sought.

It sounds just like a personal endeavour. But that’s far from true - all of this is facilitated by other people.

We're All Connected

Acknoweldge that you are part of a tight knit community. Jiu jitsu is an individual endeavour, and it’s very much a team sport. To stay on the mats, you need to give back.

You need to be there for others. Not because it helps you but because it helps the people around you. The treasure comes not just from the search within but when you open your eyes and look around you.

Team Jiu Jitsu

Jiu jitsu is you and it’s the team around you. It’s the community of grapplers in your area, throughout your country, and all over the world. We’re connected through our love for the mats, and our passion to make the world a better place.

We are Team Jiu Jitsu.

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PS

Apologies for the sound problems in the dojo, and for the multipe umm's and ahhh's particularly at the beginning!

PPS. 

Thanks so much for listening! We appreciate it and hope it helps you on the mats and off!

Let us know thoughts, and flick a review whenever you can!

Oss, 

John & Matty. 

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