Reverse Pivot, Be Water

Chokes and Consciousness

In this episode, Deja and Michaela celebrate their 25th episode milestone while discussing the importance of adjusting to life's challenges. They explore the concept of 'reverse pivots' in life, the struggle to find balance amidst busy schedules, and the quest for better sleep. The conversation also touches on the joys and challenges of pet ownership, reflections on nature and safety, and the fears associated with risks in life. Ultimately, they emphasize the value of risk-taking in discovery and personal growth. In this engaging conversation, Deja and Michaela dive into various themes, including the mysteries of discoveries, the fears associated with the ocean, reflections on animal behavior, and the impact of movies on life lessons. They explore the unknown, discuss their fears of deep water and creatures, and share nostalgic memories of childhood films while contemplating the role of technology in exploration. In this engaging conversation, Michaela and Deja discuss their weekend plans, including Michaela's exciting role as a commentator for a fight card. They reflect on how unexpected opportunities can lead to new experiences, sharing personal anecdotes about their journeys. The duo also dives into recent fighting events, updates on fighters, and the upcoming draft. As they navigate through life's unexpected changes, they emphasize the importance of flexibility and managing expectations, all while sharing relatable stories about food and daily life. In this conversation, Michaela and Deja explore the themes of frustration, adaptability, and maintaining one's identity amidst change. They discuss the importance of acknowledging emotions, the need for flexibility in personal and professional life, and the art of adaptability in Jiu-Jitsu. The conversation culminates in a Zen talk about embracing the flow of life and the wisdom of being like water, as taught by Bruce Lee.

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating Milestones and Adjustments
03:01 Navigating Life's Reverse Pivots
05:59 Finding Balance in Busy Lives
09:00 The Quest for Better Sleep
12:01 The Joys and Challenges of Pet Ownership
15:04 Reflections on Nature and Safety
17:56 Exploring Fears and Risks in Life
20:58 The Value of Risk-Taking in Discovery
24:20 Exploring the Unknown: Discoveries and Their Consequences
27:30 The Mysteries of the Ocean and Space
28:42 Fears of the Deep: Water and Its Creatures
32:31 Nature's Brutality: Animal Behavior and Human Interaction
37:00 Movies and Life Lessons: Reflections on Creed
41:00 Nostalgia in Film: Revisiting Childhood Favorites
42:17 Innovations in Exploration: The Role of Technology
47:54 Weekend Plans and Commentating Adventures
51:42 The Journey of Unexpected Opportunities
53:17 Fighting Events and Recent Results
58:50 Fighter Updates and Future Drafts
01:06:05 Navigating Life's Unexpected Changes
01:09:39 Expectations and the Little Things in Life
01:12:03 Maintaining Identity Amidst Change
01:19:58 The Art of Adaptability in Jiu-Jitsu
01:22:02 Zen Talk: Embracing Flexibility and Flow