Dojo Discernments

In the Dojo Discernments, we aim to deepen understanding, strengthen the community, and inspire growth by sharing nuggets of wisdom earned on the mats

Hi all! Here is this week's iteration of Dojo Discernments where I share ideas earned in the mats! First tournament free weekend in the past 5 weeks and coming off of ADCC Nationals gold, so we are feeling good and ready for the weekend. Biggest Flex What I consider to be the biggest flex, esp...

Aug 15, 2025

Dojo Discernments

Hi all! Welcome to this week’s edition of Dojo Discernments, where I share nuggets of thought earned on the mats. It’s been a busy month with tournaments four weeks in a row; Blue Belt Quintet, EBI, JJWL, and ADCC Nationals. We reap what we sow. What I'm Pondering "Why does water flow where it...

Aug 08, 2025

Dojo Discernments

Hi all! Here is this week's edition of Dojo Discernments, where I share nuggets of thought earned on the mats this week. What I'm Listening To Tae Kim: Financial Tortoise Much like jiu-jitsu, there’s no “get good fast” scheme for building wealth. Both require consistent effort and sound funda...

Aug 01, 2025

Dojo Discernments

Hi all! Welcome to this week's edition of Dojo Discernments where I share nuggets of thought earned on the mats! Simplicity Simplicity is the goal, but how do we achieve it? In the muck and confusion, we can lose our grip on it. One practice I return to often is this: name what you're talking abo...

Jul 25, 2025

Dojo Discernments

Hi all! Here is this week's edition of Dojo Discernments. You may have noticed we skipped last week's issue. I’ve been falling asleep by 8 p.m., and honestly, I needed it. I’m a man of routine, but when the body asks for rest, I listen. Now, we’re back on track. Book I'm Reading Warrior's Cree...

Jul 18, 2025

Dojo Discernments

Hi all, Happy 4th of July celebration of freedom. Here is this week's edition of Dojo Discernments where I share nuggets of thought gleaned on the mats. Mental Reps Lately, I’ve been sitting with this idea: “The untrained mind can bear no weight. The trained mind lets burden slip from his sho...

Jul 04, 2025

Dojo Discernments

Hi all, welcome to this weeks iteration of Dojo Discernments where I share nuggets of wisdom earned on the mats this week. From students drafted into pro leagues, to the UFC fully backing grappling. What I'm Sipping On Ultima Replenisher PASSIONFRUIT Boad Spectrum Electrolyte Mix Powder These el...

Jun 27, 2025

Dojo Discernments

Hi all! Welcome to this week's iteration of Dojo Discernments, where I share nuggets of thought earned from the mats this week. What I'm Watching Tim Ferris sits down with Chatri Sityodtong, founder of the global martial arts enterprise ONE Championships. Chatri describes the martial arts pr...

Jun 20, 2025

Dojo Discernments

Hi all! Here is your weekly dose of Dojo Discernments where I share nuggets of thought gleaned on the mats! What I'm Chewing On Most gum is packed with fake sugars that mess with your gut and spike cravings. Xylitol gum is different. It actually helps fight cavities by starving the harmful bact...

Jun 13, 2025

Dojo Discernments

Hi all! Welcome to this week's dose of Dojo Discernments where I share nuggets of thought gleaned on the mats. What I'm Watching Tom Satterly - The Battle of Mogadishu "Black Hawk Down" 30th Anniversary | SRS #77 Part 2 I've been on a Delta kick lately. Nothing like stories of the world's pre...

Jun 06, 2025

Dojo Discernments

Hi all! Welcome to this weeks dose of Dojo Discernments where I share nuggets of thought gleaned on the mats this week! What I'm Watching Shawn Ryan Show episode #45, Bob "Ninja" Poras Delta Force operator and CIA Global Response Staff (GRS) contractor, shares his experiences with notable humil...

May 23, 2025

Dojo Discernments

Hi all! Welcome to your weekly dose of Dojo Discernments where I share nuggets of thought gleaned on the mats! What I'm Practicing Rest: You cannot perform at your very best if you are always taxing yourself. Whether it's on the mats, in your work, or just navigating life consistent output requ...

May 16, 2025

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