Justin Vacula
Justin Vacula
Episode 50: Stoicism and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) with Matt Thornton
Episode 50: Stoicism and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) with Matt Thornton
Episode 50: Stoicism and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) with Matt Thornton
Sunday 8th April 2018
Join Justin Vacula and Matt Thornton as they discuss the intersection of Stoic philosophy and martial arts to build mental toughness and resilience.
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Get the buttons here!Stoicism Meets Martial Arts: Mental Toughness with Matt Thornton
Learning to be comfortable in uncomfortable situations and all that entails, being able to control your mind, being able to continue on with your body. That is very stoic.
Picture this: you're in the middle of a tough Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu match, and you need to stay calm and focused. How do you do it? In this episode of the Stoic Solutions Podcast, host Justin Vacula sits down with martial arts expert Matt Thornton to explore how Stoic philosophy and mixed martial arts intersect. Even if you're not into martial arts, you'll find plenty of wisdom here. They chat about mental toughness, discipline, goal-setting, and personal development.
Matt, a pioneer in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in America, shares his journey and the lessons he's learned from training some of the best MMA fighters in the world. From handling adversity to challenging your ego, this conversation is packed with practical advice. If you're looking to build a stronger mindset and face life's challenges head-on, this episode is for you.