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In this engaging conversation, Thomas and his guest explore the profound impact of friendship and mentorship in martial arts. His guest shares his journey from being a striker to embracing the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, highlighting the importance of kindness, humility, and personal growth. He also shares his journey through martial arts, and the motivations that drove him to overcome fear and prove himself. 

Here is The RŌL Radio with a 3rd degree black belt in Shidokan bare knuckle karate, a Judo brown belt, and a 2nd degree black belt in BJJ, Professor Erik Butler.

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Episode Highlights:

2:31 You Can Lead a Horse to Water. Erik’s Role In Thomas’s Jiu-Jitsu

4:50 Do Things Happen for a Reason

10:48 Having Something to Prove

15:27 Moving from a Fighter to a Martial Artist

32:58 Being Bullied and Overcoming Fear

42:29 The Impact of Helping Others

48:04 Ego and Self-perception

53:04 Reflections and Growth

1:02:29 Generational Gaps

1:12:51 What Makes a Martial Artist

1:16:03 The Gifts of Different Martial Arts

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