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Life Lessons
Ep 810 – Building Young Warriors: Jiu Jitsu, Coaching & Fatherhood
Jiu Jitsu isn’t just a martial art, it’s a framework for life. Arash Soofiani returns to share how the lessons learned on the mat shape how he coaches kids, raises his own family, and leads from the front. From building toughness in youth MMA to the deeper strategies behind the roll, this episode connects combat sports to confidence, character, and the kind of leadership the world’s running short on.
Ep 790 – RE-UP: Walk a Hero’s Path w/ Rudy Reyes
Join Marine and master motivator Rudy Reyes as he takes you on the Hero’s Journey in this powerful re-up episode. Hear his inspiring stories of grit, resilience, and purpose, and learn how to apply these lessons to your own life. Whether you’re facing life’s battles or striving to be your best, this episode will leave you fired up and ready to walk your own path.
Ep 789 – The Secret to Crushing Life’s Challenges
Unlock the secrets to resilience, personal growth, and living a healthier life with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and Power Athlete Dragon Slayer, Arash Soofiani. We dive into how the grind on the mats mirrors life’s toughest battles, teaching grit, humility, and mental toughness. Whether you’re chasing peak performance or looking to level up your mindset, this conversation will leave you inspired and ready to take on anything.
Sobriety: Trading The Buzz for The Pump
I just had my annual physical exam with my Doctor, and when she asked about alcohol consumption,…
Ep 703 – Eclectic Coaching w/ Chris Laskowski
The human mind is not a dignified organ, and I do not see how we can exercise…
Another 42 Things I Have Learned
Another 42 Things I Have Learned Ten years ago, I wrote a blog post called “The 42…
A Different Type Of Couples Therapy
Years ago, I was at a coaching seminar. The speaker was fielding a Q+A and someone asked…
Romancing the Grindstone, Part 3 – Acceptance and Recovery
If you’re just now hopping on board, make sure to find Part 1 and Part 2 linked…
Ep 531 – Moving From Success to Significance w/ Donnie Maib
For the second half of life to be better than the first, make the choice to step…
Ep 483 – Why Coaches Quit w/ Logan Gelbrich
Every time you are willing to say ‘Yes’ to everything on your path, you express the coach’s…
