BJJ Mental Models

By: Steve Kwan
  • Summary

  • Explore the conceptual side of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Black belt Steve Kwan and a slate of expert guests discuss the mental models, or universal principles, behind the gentle art.
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  • Ep. 304: Beer League Jiu-Jitsu, feat. Trey Hucks
    Sep 30 2024

    This week we're joined by Trey Hucks! Trey is best known as the founder of Slime Mold Grappling Club, an amazing database of Jiu-Jitsu games based on the ecological approach and other coaching best practices. In this episode, Trey makes the case for "Beer League Jiu-Jitsu," a mindset emphasizing the social and communal benefits of Jiu-Jitsu first and foremost, above athletic accomplishments or performance.

    Visit the Slime Mold Grappling Club games database:
    https://slimemoldgrappling.com/


    Resources discussed in this episode:

    BJJMM Ep. 203: Evidence-Based Coaching, feat. Greg Souders
    https://bjj.plus/203

    BJJMM Ep. 206: How We Learn to Move, feat. Dr. Rob Gray
    https://bjj.plus/206


    Mental models discussed in this episode:

    • Ecological Dynamics
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/

    • Respect People, Not Positions
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/

    • Curse of Knowledge
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/


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    If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private.

    Sign up here for a free trial:
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/


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    Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database:
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/

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    https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/
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    Music by Enterprize:
    https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

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    55 mins
  • Mini Ep. 21: The 3 Joint Rule
    Sep 26 2024

    In this week's mini-episode we discuss the 3 joint rule! It's an essential mental model for understanding how you control your opponent's arms and legs, especially when advancing position or attempting a submission.

    More resources on the 3 joint rule:

    BJJ Mental Models Ep. 270: The 3 Joint Rule, feat. Jeff Shaw
    https://bjj.plus/270

    The 3 Joint Rule — BJJMM Database
    https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule

    Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE:
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro


    Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!

    If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private.

    Sign up here for a free trial:
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/


    Need more BJJ Mental Models?

    Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter:
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/

    Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database:
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/

    Follow us on social:
    https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/
    https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/

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    11 mins
  • Ep. 303: Building Wealth in BJJ, feat. David Bayarena
    Sep 23 2024

    This week we're taking on a topic by listener demand: how to help BJJ business owners succeed financially! In this episode, we're joined by David Bayarena, a BJJ black belt, certified financial planner, and founder of Kaizen Wealth Planning and RONIN Financial Planning. David highlights topics relevant to all BJJ business owners, such as insurance, tax mitigation, succession plans, and retirement plans. Drawing parallels between financial and martial strategies, David emphasizes the need for diversification, paying oneself first, embracing total financial responsibility, and fostering a proactive approach to financial health in the martial arts realm.

    Get David's help with your BJJ business:
    https://www.roninwealth.com/

    Get David's help in other sectors:
    https://www.kwealthplan.com/

    Connect with David on Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/ronin_wealth


    Resources discussed in this episode:

    Profit First, by Mike Michalowicz
    https://mikemichalowicz.com/profit-first


    Mental models discussed in this episode:

    • Layers of Strategy
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-strategy/

    • Defense Paradox
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox/

    • Red Queen Effect
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/red-queen-effect/


    Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!

    If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private.

    Sign up here for a free trial:
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/


    Need more BJJ Mental Models?

    Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter:
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/

    Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database:
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/

    Follow us on social:
    https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/
    https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/

    Music by Enterprize:
    https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

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    56 mins

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