201: Mastering the Jiu-Jitsu Mental Game: Is Your Ego Helping or Hurting Your Progress?

When it comes to Jiu-Jitsu, our biggest opponent isn’t always the person across from us on the mat. It’s often our own ego. Whether you’re training for competition, personal growth, or the mental and physical health benefits, ego can be both a hidden asset and an invisible obstacle. So, how do you know if your ego is helping you push forward or holding you back? In this episode, we’ll explore the role ego plays in Jiu-Jitsu, how it impacts your growth and relationships on the mat, and practical strategies to manage it. We’ll break down the key ego traps to watch out for, the importance of a ‘beginner’s mind’ at any level, and how to keep upir ego in check and take your Jiu-Jitsu to the next level. Chapters (00:00) Introduction to ways your ego impacts your Jiu-Jitsu progress (03:09) Framing your ego as a positive self image (04:32) How ego impacts your competition mindset (06:18) How to recognize the negative impact of your ego during training (10:12) Ego, belt promotions, comparison, and jealousy (13:10) When you don’t listen to your body (15:22) When ego shows up as frustration (17:00) Creating an ego-free training environment (23:32) Roll Model Grappling Camp 2025 Theme and Party Reveal If you Love the Podcast, Share it with a Friend! You can also leave us a 5 Star Rating in Spotify or Apple Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3IHT3BNicukNtCVa3AAwBI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-and-the-gi/id1458389465?mt=2 Links and Resources The Book AJ is Reading: With Winning in Mind by Lanny Basham https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Winning-Mind-3rd/dp/B09JZRMWQX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3QQTATZ3BY7OW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.p_iCMzi-ELXIX7x9aEXpcSQvcqU1jPXftPaepMDY99YIeZB041-i8vLIkYyi4JHY-Ucfv7khkT0Xsg6TS0DFNro5umZ3C4nE3cDI3u6F1NLkVE2GSX17MYhbSdhIMIG_B4rOsyn_rCQZV0EZA-1GtQ.A7cIWbNwboAs7d7bfPmxP7LyETPWy8XOP0l-QfIovr4&dib_tag=se&keywords=with+winning+in+mind+lanny+bassham&qid=1730845769&sprefix=with+winning%2Caps%2C140&sr=8-1 Learn More about Roll Model Grappling Camp https://rollmodelswanted.com/ New to the Podcast? Start with these episodes h tt ps://open.spotify.com/playlist/19P8KcTyNTIA0hZPQYAbuN?si=f841456b4906439f https://beautyandthegi.libsyn.com/category/Start+Here Subscribe to Beauty and the Gi on YouTube or in your Favorite Podcasting App https://episodes.fm/1458389465 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7EBCzi7znNuvxKlpLvue-w Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-and-the-gi/id1458389465?mt=2 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3IHT3BNicukNtCVa3AAwBI Beauty and the Gi on Audible https://www.audible.com/pd/Beauty-and-the-Gi-Podcast/B08JJMFS1D? Learn More about Roll Model Grappling Camp https://rollmodelswanted.com/ Roll Model Radio Podcast https://pod.link/1561020212 Connect with Jen and AJ Beauty and the Gi Podcast on Instagram @beautyandthegipodcast Jen on Instagram @brassybroadjen Jen on TikTok @brassybroadjen AJ on Instagram @ajclingerman AJ on TikTok @roll_model rollmodelhq on Instagram @BeautyAndTheGi on Twitter Beauty and the Gi Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/374782593437482/ Beauty and the Gi Facebook Page Recording, Theme Music, Editing, and Production of this podcast by Jen at The Brassy Broadcasting Company Disclaimer: The Beauty and the Gi podcast and content posted by Beauty and the Gi is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.