BJJ Mental Models

This week we're joined by Meg He!  Meg is the co-founder and co-CEO of Aday, a Forbes 30 under 30 winner, and well-known Jiu-Jiteiro.  Meg joins us to share some key business concepts for grapplers looking to make a living in the gentle art.


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Idea Communism
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/
  
  
• Race to the Bottom
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/race-to-the-bottom/
  
  
• Learning Modalities
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-modalities/
  
  
• Abundance Mindset
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/
  
  

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This week we're joined by Braulio Estima!  Braulio talks about the importance of following your passion, and explains what "clicked" for him when he burst onto the world scene at black belt.

Braulio's Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/braulioestima


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Self-Competition
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/
  
  
• Concepts Over Techniques
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/
  
  
• Levels of Competition
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/levels-of-competition/
  
  
• Mindfulness
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/
  
  
• Kaizen
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/
  
  
• Loss Aversion
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/
  
  
• Meditative Drilling
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/meditative-drilling/
  
  
• Abundance Mindset
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/
  
  
• Ulysses Contracts
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ulysses-contracts/
  
  
• Investing in Loss
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/
  
  
• Idea Communism
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/
  
  

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This week we're joined by Drew Foster!  Drew, also known as Darce_Knight on Reddit, is the host of The Neon Belly Podcast.  In this episode, Drew breaks down one of his specializations: the D'Arce choke.

Drew's podcast:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1844219

Drew on Reddit:
https://www.reddit.com/user/Darce_Knight

Drew on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/drewdarce/


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Do What Works
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/
  
  
• Limb Coiling
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/
  
  
• Single vs. Double Lever Control
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/single-vs-double-lever-control/
  
  
• Inside Channel Control
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/
  
  
• Predictable Responses
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/
  
  
• Mask Your Intentions
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/
  
  
• Theory of Alignment
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/
  
  
• Critical Control Points
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/
  
  
• Keep it Playful
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/
  
  
• Dilemma
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/
  
  
• Position Over Submission
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/
  
  

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This week, Malachy Friedman joins us to discuss workshopping!

Malachy's Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/MalachyFriedman


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Scientific Method
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/
  
  
• Cognitive Load
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/
  
  
• Meditative Drilling
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/meditative-drilling/
  
  
• Investing in Loss
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/
  
  
• Beginner's Mind
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/
  
  
• Incremental Learning
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/
  
  
• Teach to Learn
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/
  
  
• Train With Purpose
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/
  
  
• Resulting Fallacy
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/
  
  
• Kaizen
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/
  
  
• Form to Leave Form
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/
  
  
• Growth From Discomfort
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/
  
  
• Transfer of Learning
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/transfer-of-learning/
  
  
• Predictable Responses
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/
  
  
• Funneling
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/
  
  

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This week we're joined by Nikki Sullivan!  Nikki is a black belt under André Galvão and is an inverted guard specialist.  Nikki breaks down the concepts behind her inverted game, which she calls "panda."

Nikki's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/nikkicuddlejitsu/

The Panda Guard by Nikki Sullivan - BJJ Fanatics:
https://bjjfanatics.com/products/the-panda-guard-by-nikki-sullivan

The Panda Guard Systems - Atos BJJ On Demand:
https://www.atosbjjondemand.com/products/panda-guard


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Inversion
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/
  
  
• Mask Your Intentions
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/
  
  
• Elbow-Knee Connection
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/
  
  
• Grips Dictate Position
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/
  
  
• Kuzushi
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/
  
  
• Dictate the Pace
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/
  
  
• Controlling the Distance
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/
  
  
• Committed Techniques
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/
  
  
• Prioritize Longevity
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/
  
  
• Overwhelming Force
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/
  
  

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This week we're joined by Nick "Chewy" Albin!  Chewy breaks down strategies and concepts for back control.  The BJJ podcast crossover you never knew you needed!

Chewy's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/chewjitsu/

Chewy's website:
https://www.chewjitsu.net/

Chewy's YouTube:
https://bit.ly/3sMOuM2

Chewy's back control playlist:
https://bit.ly/36fAra3


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Overwhelming Force
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/
  
  
• Anatomic Hierarchy
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/anatomic-hierarchy/
  
  
• Head Position
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/
  
  
• Form to Leave Form
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/
  
  
• Position Over Submission
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/
  
  
• Train With Purpose
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/
  
  
• Myopia
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/
  
  
• Technique Chaining
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/
  
  
• Shuhari
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/
  
  
• Predictable Responses
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/
  
  
• Dictate the Pace
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/
  
  
• Growth From Discomfort
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/
  
  

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This week we're joined by Dr. Antonio Harrison!  Antonio, affectionately known as "Coach Doc," holds a PhD in behavior analysis, and has a wealth of experience in sports coaching.  Doc introduces us to the field of behavior analysis, and shares lessons on how coaches can bring out the best in their athletes.

Doc's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/onecoachdoc/

Doc's website:
https://www.muchlovealways.com/

Supernatural:
https://www.getsupernatural.com/


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Building Your Triggers
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/
  
  
• Defensive Thinking
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/
  
  
• Self-Competition
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/
  
  
• Incremental Learning
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/
  
  
• Beginner's Mind
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/
  
  
• Levels of Competition
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/levels-of-competition/
  
  
• Investing in Loss
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/
  
  
• Compartmentalization
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization/
  
  
• Keep Your Identity Small
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/
  
  
• Habits Over Results
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/
  
  
• Growth From Discomfort
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/
  
  

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This week we're joined by Leanne Pedante!  Leanne is the Head of Fitness at Supernatural.  Leanne shares her philosophy for making strength & conditioning accessible and fun for the non-athletes among us.

Leanne's Instagram:
https://instagram.com/leannepedante

Leanne's website:
https://www.leannepedante.com/

Supernatural:
https://www.getsupernatural.com/


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Keep Your Identity Small
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/
  
  
• Cognitive Dissonance
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-dissonance/
  
  
• Psychological Safety
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/
  
  
• Self-Competition
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/
  
  
• Ulysses Contracts
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ulysses-contracts/
  
  
• 10 Minute Rule
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/10-minute-rule/
  
  

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This week we're joined by Mark Harari!  Mark is the owner of Pulse Fitness Studio, coach on Supernatural, and a reputed celebrity fitness trainer.  Mark joins us to explain how fitness programs are structured to accommodate the needs of individuals with real-life constraints around their training, such as limited time, physical constraints, or work requirements.

Mark's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/markpulse/

Mark's website:
https://www.markharari.com/


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Growth From Discomfort
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/
  
  
• Consistency
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/
  
  
• Raise the Level in the Room
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/
  
  
• Prioritize Longevity
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/
  
  
• Habits Over Results
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/
  
  
• Loss Aversion
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/
  
  
• Kaizen
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/
  
  

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This week we're joined by Dr. Nick Winkelman!  Nick is the author of The Language of Coaching and the Head of Athletic Performance at Irish Rugby.  In this episode, Nick shares concepts that coaches can use to maximize athletic performance in their students.

Topics discussed include:

Types of cues: internal, external, analogy.

The "long loop" for teaching new movements: describe it, demonstrate it, cue it, do it, debrief it.

The "short loop" for those familiar with the cue: cue it, do it, debrief it.

Check out Nick and his book, The Language of Coaching:
https://www.thelanguageofcoaching.com/

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

A great write-up on Nick's system:
https://leadersinsport.com/performance/the-power-of-coaching-cues/


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Feedback Loop
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/
  
  
• Incremental Learning
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/
  
  
• Cognitive Load
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/
  
  
• Form to Leave Form
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/
  
  
• Building Your Triggers
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/
  
  
• Curse of Knowledge
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/
  
  

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