This week, Steve and Matt are rejoined by Dr. Valerie "Valhalla" Worthington.  We have a thoughtful discussion on the ego, how it can hinder us, how it can help us, and whether "killing" the ego is a good idea.

Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Beginner's Mind
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/
  
  
• Respect People, Not Positions
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/
  
  
• Kaizen
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/
  
  
• Incremental Learning
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/
  
  
• Defensive Thinking
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/
  
  
• Mindfulness
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/
  
  
• Emotional Contagion
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/emotional-contagion/

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