UFC Champ Reveals: Mental Warfare in Business & MMA | Aljamain Sterling DSH #991

Step into the mind of a UFC champion as we explore the brutal reality of mental warfare in both the octagon and business world! 🥊 Former UFC Bantamweight Champion Aljamain Sterling opens up about the hidden psychological battles that shape success in combat sports and beyond. Experience raw, unfiltered insights as Sterling shares his journey from natural talent to championship greatness through relentless work ethic. Learn how champions think differently, train smarter, and prepare for both physical and mental warfare at the highest level. Get an insider's look at the business side of fighting, including the harsh economic realities fighters face, prize money comparisons with boxing, and the true cost of pursuing greatness in combat sports. Sterling also reveals his thoughts on retirement planning, legacy building, and his potential future in commentary. Whether you're an aspiring fighter, business professional, or success-minded individual, this conversation delivers powerful lessons about mental preparation, self-awareness, and the price of greatness. Watch as Sterling breaks down the real differences between winning and entertaining, and why understanding your weaknesses might be your greatest strength. Join the Digital Social Hour for this eye-opening discussion about what it really takes to become a champion in both life and sport. 🏆 #selfimprovement #ufcembedded #ufc #motivation #mentorship CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:32 - Aljamain's Poker Bust 01:38 - Upcoming Fights 04:19 - Toughest Fight 05:01 - BetterHelp 06:50 - Mind Games in Fighting 08:47 - Fighter's Moral Dilemma 11:35 - Boxing vs MMA Pay Disparities 14:05 - Parenting and Fighting 16:50 - Retirement in Combat Sports 18:40 - Aljamain Sterling’s Commentary Career 19:24 - Outro APPLY TO BE ON THE PODCAST: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application BUSINESS INQUIRIES/SPONSORS: jenna@digitalsocialhour.com GUEST: Aljamain Sterling https://www.instagram.com/funkmastermma https://www.youtube.com/@FunkMasterUFC SPONSORS: BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/DSH LISTEN ON: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 Sean Kelly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmikekelly/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .