In this episode, I chat with new blue belt Richie Jewell about both his jiujitsu and life journey overcoming adversity with autism.

About Richie:

Richie Jewell is a 29 years young BJJ blue belt with autism. Richie faced adversity with autism since he was a kid: having speech issues as a kid, struggling with horrible social anxiety and battles through depression. His hobbies got him through his struggles like pro wrestling, movies and animals. However when he found jujitsu, it developed an unexpected positive change for him and was committed to getting his blue belt. His journey in this combat sport came with lots of unexpected set backs but he was determined to beat the odds stacked against him + eventually achieved his goal of being able to compete in his first tournament ever, where he was gifted his blue belt on the podium. He uses his platform to empower and inspire others with disabilities that you can achieve anything you put your mind to, so long as you follow your heart and never give up. 

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Richie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richie_jewell92/ 

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