Passive assertiveness is a virtue

Chokes and Consciousness

In this episode, Deja and Michaela discuss their recent upgrades in audio and video quality for their podcast. They also talk about their personal fitness journeys and the importance of finding balance in treating themselves. They review upcoming UFC fights and share their thoughts on recent MMA news. They also discuss the Mikey Musumeci and the Mighty Mouse interview and the topic of waiting for success versus being assertive. They also talk about the UFC and Dana White's contender series. They mention a bare-knuckle fighter who plans to donate her brain to science for a cognitive study. They discuss the risks and safety concerns in combat sports, including CTE. They also mention the possibility of participating in combat jiu-jitsu. In this part of the conversation, Deja and Michaela discuss the importance of being authentic and building your brand in jiu-jitsu. They also touch on the topic of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) in the sport and the differences in mindset between former collegiate athletes and non-athletes. They emphasize the constant learning and growth in jiu-jitsu and the dedication required to achieve goals. In this conversation, Michaela and Deja discuss the concept of waiting for success versus being assertive. They explore the idea of going with the flow and allowing opportunities to appear, while also being intentional and taking steps forward in their process. In Zen Talk they discuss the energy you put in and the energy you receive. They emphasize the importance of finding a balance between waiting and taking action. They also discuss the impact of energy on our experiences and relationships, highlighting the need to protect our own energy and set boundaries with others. The conversation concludes with a quote from Maya Angelou: 'Everything in the universe has a rhythm. Everything dances.'