05/08/2026
Perhaps the story of my struggles will help you with yours! ๐
Keep fighting, my friend!๐๐ผ
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#130: 16 Years to Black Belt
It took 16 years, but I finally earned my black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Along the way, I discovered 5 lessons that might help you reach your goals, too....
04/28/2026
๐ฅ After 16 years of being smashed, I was honored to receive my Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu last night from living legend
๐๐ป Thank you, Mestre, for so many years of kind-hearted leadership.
๐๐ป My thanks also to God for granting me the good health to stay in the game this long.
๐๐ป My thanks to for making me sign up for BJJ classes at the age of 40. ๐
๐๐ป My thanks to for answering my never-ending questions with a smile.
๐๐ป My thanks to for his top tier videos and online courses.
๐๐ป My thanks to for sharpening my skills during my time in Raleigh.
๐๐ป My thanks to for helping me think outside the BJJ box.
๐๐ป My thanks to my very first training partner for always reminding me to keep it real.
๐๐ป My thanks to Jane, Kate, and for their unwavering support over the years.
๐๐ป And, of course, thanks to all my training brothers and sisters who have kept me challenged and inspiredโฆ and still do. (I only get 20 tags per post, so I canโt name you all, but you know who you are!) A special shout out to the current morning crew: .bassaddict._
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The bottom lineโ
Martial arts is not a solo journey. It takes a community to be your best. I am thankful, therefore, to every person I have met on the mats.
May your journey be as safe and rewarding as mine! ๐
Keep fighting for a happy life! ๐๐๐ผ