psychology Posts
May 21, 2026
Tape Study Mastery: Maximizing Insights, Minimizing Overthinking
Welcome back to the blog, everyone! In our latest podcast episode, we discussed a bunch of different topics surrounding the discipline that goes into training and competing in Jiu-jitsu. One of the core concepts we discussed was the temptation to cr…
May 13, 2026
Beyond Disaffiliation: Fostering a Community 'Immune System' in BJJ
The world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, for all its beauty, discipline, and camaraderie, has recently been shadowed by deeply disturbing instances of abuse and misconduct. These aren't isolated incidents; they are systemic issues that have shaken the very…
April 29, 2026
Beyond the Podium: Tactical Adjustments from the Chicago Open
Welcome back to the blog, everyone! In our latest episode, Episode 60, titled "Chicago Open Recap: Medals, Grub & Deep-Dish Debriefs," we dove headfirst into the exciting, and at times grueling, world of high-level competition. We recapped the s…
April 23, 2026
Mastering Your Nerves: The Yerkes-Dodson Law in Jiu Jitsu Competition
Mastering Your Nerves: The Yerkes-Dodson Law in Jiu Jitsu CompetitionWelcome back to the blog, grappling enthusiasts! Back on episode 52 of Fighters Drinking Coffee, we delved deep into a topic that resonates with every single one of us who has ev…
