In this week's mini-episode we discuss controlling the distance, a key lesson in most martial arts, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As general advice, many instructors  will coach you to close the distance when attacking and make space when defending. While this is often true, in this mini-episode we'll explore the exceptions to that rule and settle on a more general guideline for controlling the distance: find the distance where you can control them but they can't control you.

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This week we're joined again by Charles Harriott! In this episode, Charles discusses the problem of "gatekeepers" in Jiu-Jitsu, or people who try to enforce their way of thinking over others.  Charles explores how gatekeeping can shut down creativity, personal development, and fun.

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Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Do What Works
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/
  
  
• Shuhari
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/
  
  
• Concepts Over Techniques
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/
  
  
• Ecological Dynamics
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/
  
  
• Keep it Playful
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/
  
  
  

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In this week's mini-episode we discuss kuzushi, the Japanese concept of breaking balance! Kuzushi is critical in Judo, but it's just as important in Jiu-Jitsu — both standing and on the ground.

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Resources discussed in this episode:

Mini Ep. 51: Technique Chaining
https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/17035097-mini-ep-51-technique-chaining

Mini Ep. 52: Shifting Platforms
https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/17077049-mini-ep-52-shifting-platforms


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This week we're joined by the founders of Inverted Gear: Hillary Witt and Nelson Puentes! Three years ago, Hillary and Nelson took the Inverted Gear brand beyond Jiu-Jitsu equipment and opened a physical academy in Pennsylvania! In this episode, Hillary and Nelson share key lessons learned from their journey into academy ownership.

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Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Feedback Loop
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/
  
  
• Constraints-Led Approach
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/
  
  
• Ecological Dynamics
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/
  
  
• Gamification
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/
  
  
• Defensive Thinking
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/
  
  
• Return on Investment
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/
  
  
• Incremental Learning
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/
  
  
• Survivorship Bias
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/
  
  
  

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In this week's mini-episode we discuss shifting platforms, wherein you as the bottom player use continuous movement to prevent your opponent from fully establishing their base on top of you. Moving away from big, explosive escape attempts and toward smaller, continuous movement makes a huge difference in your success from bottom positions.


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This week we're joined again by Erin Herle! In this episode, Erin introduces the PLAY framework and explains why humor is a fundamental element of good culture and learning.

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

Humor Styles Questionnaire, by Rod A. Martin, PhD:
http://www.humorstyles.com/

If You’re Not Laughing, You’re Losing, by Erin Herle:
https://amzn.to/4jP5x8K

VIA Character Strengths Survey:
https://www.viacharacter.org/


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Keep it Playful
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/
  
  
• Habits Over Results
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/
  
  
• Defensive Thinking
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/
  
  
• 10-10-10 Rule
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/10-10-10-rule/
  
  
• Survivorship Bias
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/
  
  
• Consistency
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/
  
  
• Psychological Safety
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/
  
  
• Respect People, Not Positions
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/
  
  
• Yes, And...
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/yes-and/
  
  
• Flow
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/
  
  
• Reflecting "As If"
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/reflecting-as-if/
  
  
  

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In this week's mini-episode we explain the importance of technique chaining, and why "Jiu-Jitsu is the space between the techniques."


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This week we're joined by two BJJMM alumni: Josh Vogel and Dr. Mike Israetel! In this episode, Josh and Mike discuss the unique way they build gameplans at The Jiu-Jitsu Company.

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https://www.instagram.com/joshrvogel
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https://www.youtube.com/@thejiujitsucompany
https://www.youtube.com/@RenaissancePeriodization

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

Arguing to Convince series, by Dr. Mike Israetel — YouTube
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyqKj7LwU2RufCp8SzFQy3Nb1FaHpsCLu


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Asymmetric Warfare
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/
  
  
• Zone of Genius
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/zone-of-genius/
  
  
• Defend with Purpose
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/
  
  
• Funneling
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/
  
  
• Technique Chaining
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/
  
  
• Dictate the Pace
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/
  
  
• Tokui Waza
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tokui-waza/
  
  
• Dilemma
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/
  
  
• Plus, Minus, Equals
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/
  
  
  

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In this week's mini-episode we explain the phases of passing: disentangle, control, pass.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Mini Ep. 49: Phases of Guard
https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/16950582-mini-ep-49-phases-of-guard


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This week we're joined by Nick Volpe! Nick is the black belt head coach at Dark Bear Jiu-Jitsu in Staten Island, New York. In this episode, Nick explains how he makes Jiu-Jitsu coaching accessible to students and coaches of all experience levels. Topics include: self-organized learning, teaching the "why" behind techniques, the importance of timing, creating objectives that guide student progress, and layered difficulties during live resistance training.

Follow Nick on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/darkbeardojo

Train with Nick at Dark Bear Jiu-Jitsu in Staten Island:
https://www.darkbeardojo.com/


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Ecological Dynamics
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/
  
  
• Concepts Over Techniques
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/
  
  
• Self-Organization
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-organization/
  
  
• Economy of Motion
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/
  
  
• Windows of Opportunity
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/windows-of-opportunity/
  
  
• Gamification
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/
  
  
• Probabilistic Thinking
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/
  
  
• Training Handicaps
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/
  
  
  

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