75: Martial Arts and Meditation: Jeff Patterson The Yielding Warrior

In this conversation, Jeff Patterson shares his journey into martial arts and meditation, emphasizing the transformative power of Tai Chi and the meditative arts. He discusses the five regulations of meditative practices, the concept of yielding in martial arts, and the importance of consistency and mentorship in personal growth. Jeff also highlights the success of his martial arts academy and the increasing relevance of mindset coaching for athletes. Check out TheYieldingWarrior.com for more about Jeff’s coaching, academy, and books.

Chapters

00:00 Journey into Martial Arts
02:53 Understanding Tai Chi and Meditative Arts
05:56 Breath Work and Movement Meditation
08:32 The Five Regulations of Meditative Arts
17:11 Yielding in Martial Arts and Life
19:45 Building a Successful Academy
27:12 Transformative Power of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
27:54 The Humbling Journey of Martial Arts
29:42 Building a Competitive Community
31:32 The Evolution of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
36:28 The Yielding Athlete: A New Perspective
38:10 Mindset Coaching for Athletes
46:06 The Importance of Consistency in Practice
49:29 The Role of Mantras in Meditation
51:20 Expanding Revenue Streams for Martial Arts Academies