How Jiu-Jitsu builds unstoppable resilience with Arash Soofiani.
We’re bringing the heat with Power Athlete’s resident Dragon Slayer, Arash Soofiani. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and modern-day warrior, Arash sits down with me to explore how the mats are a microcosm for life, teaching us resilience, humility, and grit.
From the sweaty grind of daily rolls to the moments of brutal self-realization, we dive deep into what BJJ can teach us about personal growth and navigating the chaos of life. We share hard-earned lessons from the dojo and beyond, unpacking how physical mastery connects to mental fortitude—and why the pursuit of health is the ultimate long game.
Tune in to hear how jiu-jitsu forces you to face your fears, embrace discomfort, and sharpen your edge, both on and off the mats. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to the game, this conversation will challenge you to rethink what it means to be strong and resilient.
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Tagged: Brazilian Jui Jitsu / Discipline / Dragon Slayer / Growth and Development / Growth Mindset / Jui Jitsu / Life advice / Life Lessons
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John Welbourn is CEO of Power Athlete and host of Power Athlete Radio. He is a 9 year starter and veteran of the NFL. John was drafted with the 97th pick in 1999 NFL Draft and went on to be a starter for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1999-2003, appearing in 3 NFC Championship games, and for starter for the Kansas City Chiefs from 2004-2007. In 2008, he played with the New England Patriots until an injury ended his season early with him retiring in 2009. Over the course of his career, John has started over 100 games and has 10 play-off appearances. He was a four year lettermen while playing football at the University of California at Berkeley. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in Rhetoric in 1998. John has worked with the MLB, NFL, NHL, Olympic athletes and Military. He travels the world lecturing on performance and nutrition and records his podcast, Power Athlete Radio, every week with over 800 episodes spanning 13 years. You can catch up with John as his personal blog, Talk To Me Johnnie, on social media @johnwelbourn or at Power Athlete Radio.
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