The Power in Surrendering

In this episode, Michaela and Deja discuss their preferences for energy boosts, comparing coffee and energy drinks, and delve into the effects of caffeine on health. They share personal anecdotes about their experiences with energy drinks and the impact on their heart rates. The discussion transitions to them brainstorming fun activities to do together, including visits to cigar lounges and bingo nights, highlighting the importance of social connections and leisure activities in their lives. In this conversation, Michaela and Deja discuss various topics ranging from personal experiences with weight management and nutrition to the challenges of grocery prices and the idea of raising chickens. They share stories about animals, including the intelligence of elephants and the bond between unlikely animal pairs. The discussion shifts to the decline in movie quality, particularly in live-action adaptations, and their thoughts on Super Bowl commercials. They also touch on personal struggles, including car troubles, and the impact of these challenges on their lives. Finally, they reflect on coaching dynamics in the context of UFC 312, exploring the relationship between athletes and their coaches. In this conversation, Deja Jackson and Michaela discuss various themes surrounding the dynamics of coaching in sports, the financial landscape of athletes, the retirement of John Danaher, the future of Travis Kelce in football, and the experiences of newbies in jiu-jitsu. They explore the implications of public discourse on coaching, the alarming absence of female athletes in top earnings, and the challenges faced by athletes as they age and consider retirement. The conversation also highlights the importance of breathing and technique for beginners in jiu-jitsu. In this conversation, Michaela and Deja explore the journey from being a novice to becoming a mentor in jujitsu, emphasizing the importance of patience, practice, and community support. They discuss the concept of surrender, highlighting its power in accepting reality and the necessity of asking for help. The discussion transitions into the philosophy of Wu Wei, or effortless action, and how it relates to finding one's flow in both jujitsu and life.

Chapters

00:00 Energy Boosts: Coffee vs. Energy Drinks
03:02 The Science of Caffeine and Heart Health
06:06 Cigars and Cigar Lounges: A Social Experience
12:00 Bingo: The Unexpected Thrill of the Game
20:58 Planning Fun Activities: Cigar Lounges and Beyond
23:15 The Struggles of Weight Management
24:00 Nutrition and Protein Goals
25:53 The Cost of Living: Grocery Prices
26:58 The Reality of Raising Chickens
28:15 Nature's Brutality: Animal Stories
29:50 The Bond Between Unlikely Animals
30:48 The Intelligence of Elephants
32:02 Lessons from the Jungle Book
34:55 The Decline of Movie Quality
36:39 Commercials and the Super Bowl Experience
38:28 Weekly Updates and Personal Struggles
41:57 Car Troubles and Their Impact
44:14 Manifesting a Better Future
46:07 UFC 312: Coaching and Performance
50:40 Reflections on Coaching Dynamics
52:45 Coaching Dynamics and Public Discourse
57:19 The Financial Landscape of Athletes
01:08:41 John Danaher's Retirement and Its Implications
01:13:31 Travis Kelce's Future in Football
01:23:34 Navigating Newbies in Jiu-Jitsu
01:25:25 Navigating the Journey: From Novice to Mentor
01:30:38 The Power of Surrender: Embracing Reality
01:41:16 Finding Flow: The Art of Wu Wei