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Episode Notes [01:14] Unexpected Email from Employer [05:49] The Deferred Resignation Program [06:34] Initial Reactions and Concerns [08:01] Evaluating the Offer [08:21] Enhanced Standards of Conduct [08:55] Personal Reflections and Concerns [12:21] Seeking Advice and Making a Decision [13:01] Option One: Do Not Resign [14:56] Option Two: Resign [16:44] Insights from Conversations [21:30] Making The Decision [23:51] Final Thoughts and Gratitude Resources Mentioned Sebastian Junger The Soul of Shame by Curt Thompson Donald Trump Elon Musk Steve Bannon Russell Vought Derek Sivers Sumner Crenshaw Brian Fretwell at Finding Good Chad Littlefield The Thought Leaders Practice by Matt Church Simon Cowell Beauty Pill Producer Ben Ford Questions Asked Is it legitimate, and can it be trusted? How are you feeling? What questions come to your mind? Where does your mind go? Are you seeking safety? Would this have been an adrenaline rush as you raced to send the resignation response? What an "enhanced standard" regarding loyalty and trustworthiness was? What are these new "enhanced standards?" Are they beyond what my Constitutional oath requires? If I don't resign, how bright will the target on my back glow? My leadership has supported all my work, but would termination direction come from higher up the chain of command? What would you recommend if we talked over coffee? What questions would you ask? How would you use listening? How would you use silence? How is this scenario playing out in your mind and body? What is coming to the surface for you? How might that influence what you are about to say to me? What are the chances of my name popping on a list and getting fired? How about the chances of being part of an official Reduction in Force and early retirement? Would the administration make a better offer? What do I know about the pending job market? What did I expect the workplace to be like and did I want to be there as the contractions took place? Will the administration pay me through the end of September or will they renege? Can I sufficiently build the Curated Questions business to transition by 1 October? - Do I have the faith or confidence to step into this future as a sole practitioner and grow Curated Questions into all I envisioned? Was this purpose calling? What would I expect the job market to look like at the end of summer if I hadn't developed the income streams to maintain our lifestyle? What is your recommendation? Did it change from your initial recommendation? Where in your body are you feeling the uncertainty? Are you processing this scenario in parallel with your decision as if you had received the email? What additional questions should I have considered? Who else should I have consulted with? How would you have changed my risk rating? What is the correct length of the pregnant pause before making an important announcement? What processes would you use in my circumstance, and what would be different? What questions are at the top of your list to get to a decision? Who would be the members of your pantheon you would counsel with to gain clarity? Apart from the heady analysis, what other key practices would you include in your journey through a similar situation?…
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Matty and John get together to talk about the early stages of jiu jitsu, and how to best organise, and think about your training right from the beginning. Just like every game you need to know the rules first before you can play properly. Without knowing the rules, and especially when up against other beginners, you run the risk of not having fun, and getting injured, and building bad habits. Considering the nature of jiu jitsu, there are serious consequences if you don't do it safely. When you go about learning the fundamentals step by step first, you can build a complete understanding of how jiu jitsu works. When you know the mechanics of jiu jitsu, you can do it better, and you can use the art everywhere else in your life. It's how you can play jiu jitsu, and build a good path to ongoing finesse and quality of life on the mats and off. -- Thanks everyone for listening! Matty and I hope you enjoy it. Original post can be found here. Stay safe, Coach John
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Matty and John get together to talk about the early stages of jiu jitsu, and how to best organise, and think about your training right from the beginning. Just like every game you need to know the rules first before you can play properly. Without knowing the rules, and especially when up against other beginners, you run the risk of not having fun, and getting injured, and building bad habits. Considering the nature of jiu jitsu, there are serious consequences if you don't do it safely. When you go about learning the fundamentals step by step first, you can build a complete understanding of how jiu jitsu works. When you know the mechanics of jiu jitsu, you can do it better, and you can use the art everywhere else in your life. It's how you can play jiu jitsu, and build a good path to ongoing finesse and quality of life on the mats and off. -- Thanks everyone for listening! Matty and I hope you enjoy it. Original post can be found here. Stay safe, Coach John
I sit down with Phil post during the recent July24' Sydney tour. We discuss how to learn, how to train, and progress in the art of Gracie Jiu Jitsu. We explore the difference between Games based learning and more traditional approaches to learning. We question the importance of tradition in jiu jitsu. It's a pleasure to train, learn, and chat with Big Phil. Phil will be around again in December 2024. @Leverage Jiu Jitsu Thomastown graciejiujitsuthomastown.com.au @Higher Jiu Jitsu Woolloomooloo higherjiujitsu.com.au…
And we're back! And what a guest to have on our first episode back than Big Phil Grapsas! In this episode we discuss ... Why do we strap up the belt and jump on the mats daily? Why do we persist with jiu jitsu amongst the injuries and busy lifestyles and every other trial and tribulation we encounter with jiu jitsu? Sure this is a sport, but more importantly it's a martial art that we pursue for self improvement, for life. We talk about the process of getting started with jiu jitsu, the benefits of the art, the early days of Phil's jiu jitsu, and the Pedro Sauer Association in Australia, and so much more. Thanks Big Phil Grapsas of Leverage Jiu Jitsu in Thomastown, Melbourne. Sorry for the audio issues, we'll get it right next time. If you like this episode, let us know on Instagram @higherjiujitsu. And share with your friends! Thanks legends. It's good to be back :)…
Coach John updates you on the progress of the HJJ Podcast! After at least a couple years creating podcasts, let's say Season 1 is done! A big thanks to Bradley Hamo at Art of Surrender, and co-host Matty Voger Mason, and all the students for helping to create these episodes so far. It's been lots of fun :) And to you, dear listeners, thanks for checking in and being a part of it! Please note this is just a break for the time being. We'll be back for an action packed Season 2. Our school definitely isn't going anywhere but from strength to strength. People of Sydney, we're here to help everyday people build quality of life. Come see us and get in on the action. And of course you can scroll down and listen to the existing episodes - and hopefully get lots from them. For now, it's Oss and Out! Coach John…
In this episode Coach John chats with Morning class regular, HJJKids parent, and the man who keeps the Morning Moves class alive, Mr Gray Negrine. Gray was introduced to the martial arts early, starting with different styles before finding jiu jitsu. It's been a couple years at Higher with no end in sight. We've seen Gray progress to multiple stripes on the white, and on the doorstep to the blue belt, all the while having fun and keeping the smile on his face the whole time. It's not just Gray that enjoys himself on the Higher mats. His kiddos are also staples of the Kids program, meaning this is a true jiu jitsu fambam. It was a pleasure to chat with Gray, and we hope you enjoy it lots too! All the best, Coach John…
Coach John is joined for another Stories show with none other than recently ordained Purple belt and all round nice guy Danny Willmott! In the four years that Danny has been training, he's experienced a transformation of sorts, in many areas of his life. He attributes lots of this to his jiu jitsu practice. In this chat, we speak about how he is coping with this current NSW lockdown, the joys of the mats, what he's learned, his competition experience, travels with jiu jitsu and so much more. Of note: Although Danny is an audio engineer, he thought recording a podcast in an open park would be a good idea. We love the sun too, but it means the audio quality is a little off with this one :) Apologies in advance! We forgive Danny for this, and we thank him for jumping on and having a chat. Hope you enjoy! Yours in jits, Coach John. PS. Don't forget about our other HJJStories Show episodes at the previous feed that can be found here.…
Coach John is joined with HJJ purple belt Luke Whiffen. Luke is a dad, husband, lawyer, and devout student of jiu jitsu. He is in his second stint of jiu jitsu, and has been training at Higher Jiu Jitsu for over three years. Throughout his journey in the art, he has been faced with numerous challenges, and has appreciated the ups and downs for making him stronger off the mats too. It was an inspiring chat, and I'm happy to share it with you! Thanks for tuning in. Catchya on the mats! Coach John PS. Don't forget about our library of HJJStories on this feed too.…
HJJ's very own Pat Osbourne has done the rounds of the martial arts. And he has applied his knowledge in the most stressful situations. We sat down to discuss his martial arts journey so far, as well as where he sees it all going in the future. It was a fun chat, and we thank Ozzy for jumping on! PS. In the name of simplicity, we will now be moving all future HJJ Stories Shows onto this HJJPodcast feed. And with the current situation in NSW, we're hoping for a few more episodes like this one so stay tuned! All the best, Coach John.…
Coaches John and Matty come together to discuss life with no jiu jitsu. We discuss love hate relationships with the couch versus staying in the game and continuing the journey along the path. What is the path? The jiu jitsu path is the one to quality of life, or as Aristotle described it as 'Eudaimonia'. And it is this way to the Telos, our purpose in life. So when there is an obstacle along the path, we can shift directions and move around it, but we don't stop. So what are some ways we can shift directions on the path to awesome? - Get some coaching - Watch those BJJFanatics instructionals, finally! - Read books - Cook something different. - Go for a run - Do some fasting And so much more! It's a fun chat and we hope you enjoy it and take something from it. And if you do or don't, let us know on Insta @higherjiujitsu. And here's the link to the original Blog Post! Much love. Oss and out. Coaches John and Matty.…
Sure you do jiu jitsu because you love it. You also want to improve. So how do you measure this? To base your performance against these foes is unfair to yourself and your own progress. That's why the practice of jiu jitsu isn't best measured in terms of wins or loses or amount of submissions inflicted or eaten per class. Sure you tap but there are also many other ways of determining progress in jiu jitsu. How can we do it better? In this podcast we discuss three ways: + # Consistent sessions per week. + Your breath during rolls. + Length of time without an injury. + Amount of fun. Have a listen and let us know what you think! Thanks for being a part of the Higher Jiu Jitsu Podcast. Matty and I appreciate you! Original blog post can be found Here . Oss, and out.…
This is a discussion based on the legendary Higher crew's thoughts about what they wish they knew before starting jiu jitsu. It touches on many angles of the jiu jitsu experience, and you'd benefit from the listen no matter what level you're at. We love feedback too! So send over at least some of your thoughts. And if you're keen on giving jits a crack, no matter where you're at, get in contact at higherjiujitsu.com.au and let's chat. Oss and out. Coaches John & Matty.…
Matty and I get together to discuss the complete beginner's process to getting started with JiuJjitsu. We talk about how to find different schools in your area. We discuss what to do to schedule in a trial, as well as what to expect. We then go into what happens on the day, when you show up, during class, and after class. There are so many aspects to getting into it, and we hope this chat gives you a better idea, and some more confidence to go in and make the right decision for yourself. If you'd like the Getting Started with Jiu Jitsu Guide all to yourself, visit www.higherjiujitsu.com.au and sign up to our newsletter! Then, go find yourself an awesome jiu jitsu school and get training :))) Also, share this with your friends that want to get started with jiu jitsu. See you on the next one. Oss, and out!…
Around 7 years ago Higher Jiu Jitsu began as the Jiu Jitsu Commune. We were there to train, and learn together, and enjoy the fruits of jiu jitsu. There was no plan, or syllabus, but definitely lots of enthusiasm, and a vision of how I wanted things to be. Numerous years on, and it sure is a different place than how it started. Now we have curriculums, and more classes, and so many new faces. But the ethos that the Commune was built on still stands to this day. In this poddy, Matty and I discuss our Higher Jiu Jitsu mission 'to help everyday people build quality of life with Gracie Jiu Jitsu'. We're happy with where we've come, and yet we have a long way to go. This is OK, because it's the long game we're playing. Class by clas, and day by day we're getting there. We sow the seeds of jiu jitsu within all of our students, and they go out and help others do the same thing. This was a nice chat. Apologies for the audio quality. We're doing our best. Much love. Coach John and Coach Matty. Oss.…
Matty and John come together and discuss how best to help a friend in a competition. "When one of us go to war, we all go to war" - Conor McGregor As a teammate, you help eachother day in and out in the training room. Now it's your buddy's turn to jump in the mix and test their skills. There are things you can do that can help, and or hinder. So be sure to be on the right side of this. In a nutshell... Be calm, and be there to Support. Help your Friend with their Warm Up Offer general info and encouragement. Focus on Your Friend. Not on Your Opponent. Or the Ref. Have some Water Handy & Film those matches! Focus on the Bright Spots Support and Encourage All the Way This is a timely episode considering the HJJ In house tournament is coming up on March 20th! Very excited to see these points put into action. Anything else you think is handy? We would love to hear it. Hit us up! Thanks for the support. Oss, and out! Coaches John & Matty…
Aand we're back! It was an extended layoff, due to numerous reasons. From technical difficulties, to problems with the recording locations. Alas, we're here, and we have an exciting year of podcasting planned! This time around we chat about how to be a good 'Uke'. An uke when I wrote the article was the student the instructor would show technique on during the demonstration part of the class. Upon further review, we can say an Uke is anyone who is receiving a technique, so that will include when you are practicing what the teacher has shown. Either way it's a very important role to play, because jiu jitsu is done with two people, and you need the right circumstances to make the techniques happen. In a nutshell, here are the tips we discuss: 1. Listen with all of you. 2. Feed the technique 3. Don't fight the technique. 4. Minimise the words. 5. Smile (enjoy yourself). And don't smell! Any other pointers to do with being a good uke? We'd love to hear them! Original blog post can be found here. Thanks so much for listening. We promise to have a poddy for you ready on the 14th and the 28th of every month this year :) Heard it here first! And feel free to share with your friends who need to hear this. See you on the 28th!…
Coach John and Brad Hampson of Art of Surrender Podcast did this podcast at the beginning of the HJJPodcast days. There was a technical glitch which meant we took it back off but now we've repaired it, and it's a great chat. We talk about how to train with effectiveness and respect for yourself and others. How do we stay safe on the mats while maintaining the integrity of our art? The risk of injury keeps so many people away from the jiu jitsu mats. This is an unfortunate reality considering just how beneficial the practice can be. This applies especially for those who are more frail, and weak and need the self defence skills the most. If we can manage how we train, we can welcome many more people to our beloved martial art, and we can enjoy it for a lifetime. It's how we help everyday people build quality of life - this is the Higher Jiu Jitsu way. Hope you all enjoy and get something from the discussion! Original article can be found here. Coach John…
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