Don't Lose the Lesson in Defeat

In this episode, Deja and Michaela discuss their busy lives, training routines, and experiences in competitive sports.  The conversation flows from light-hearted banter to deeper reflections on their journeys in sports and personal growth. In this conversation, Michaela and Deja discuss various aspects of their experiences in competition and personal interactions. They dive into the emotional challenges faced during competitions, the dynamics of being on different teams, and the social pressures that come with being athletes. The discussion also touches on their introverted and extroverted tendencies, communication preferences, and the challenges of working in therapeutic settings. They reflect on the culture of weight training in high school sports and share nostalgic memories of Valentine's Day traditions from their school days. In this conversation, Michaela and Deja discuss various topics ranging from food preferences and Valentine's Day celebrations to the significance of Black History Month. They reflect on the recent Super Bowl, sharing their thoughts on the game and the halftime show. The discussion transitions into dealing with defeat, drawing parallels between sports and personal experiences. Michaela shares her recent competition results, highlighting her achievements and the lessons learned from her matches. In this segment, Deja and Michaela discuss the competitive landscape of grappling, upcoming competitions, and their training strategies. They also recap UFC 312, analyzing the fights and performances, particularly focusing on Weili Zhang's victory. The conversation shifts to influencer boxing, exploring the implications and the nature of influencer boxing in general. In this engaging conversation, Michaela and Deja explore various themes surrounding competition, the nature of defeat, and the lessons learned from losing. They discuss the importance of staying ready for challenges, upcoming jiu-jitsu competitions, and how to embrace losses as opportunities for growth. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of resilience, sportsmanship, and the personal journey of improvement in martial arts and life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
02:01 Busy Lives and Training Regimens
05:59 Competitive Sports and Personal Experiences
12:01 Injuries and Their Impact
18:03 Reflections on Recent Events and Future Plans
21:00 Regional Wrestling Dynamics
21:56 Emotional Toll of Competition
23:00 Social Interactions and Personal Boundaries
24:02 The Spectrum of Introversion and Extroversion
24:57 Communication Preferences and Overstimulation
25:59 Therapeutic Boundaries and Professional Challenges
28:58 Weight Training Culture in High School Sports
32:59 Valentine's Day Nostalgia and School Traditions
42:38 Food Preferences and Valentine's Day Celebrations
45:46 Celebrating Black History Month
46:50 Dealing with Defeat: Super Bowl Reflections
51:48 Halftime Show Highlights and Reactions
55:34 Personal Achievements and Competition Recap
01:03:39 The Competitive Spirit in Grappling
01:04:51 Upcoming Competitions and Training Strategies
01:06:03 UFC 312 Recap and Fight Analysis
01:17:57 Megan Anderson's Shift to Influencer Boxing
01:29:58 Celebrity Showdowns: Imagining Epic Fights
01:31:46 Upcoming Competitions: IBJJF and More
01:35:19 The Art of Losing: Embracing Defeat
01:51:32 Finding Lessons in Losses: A Zen Perspective