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Primal Eats: How Learning to Butcher Meat Builds Confidence, Skill, and Control

“Confidence doesn’t come from talent — it comes from repetition, patience, and knowing what you’re doing when it matters.”

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How to not overcomplicate BJJ (or be a idiot) about BJJ with Rusty William

“BJJ isn’t that hard — people just make it hard by chasing fluff. If you focus on movement and fundamentals, everything else falls into place.”

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How sheepdogs will teach you more about leadership than life ever will!

 “They’re not forced to work — they live for it. A dog without purpose isn’t happy, and I don’t think people are any different.”

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How to see the person, not the condition!

“We’re all more than what people see — so stop staring, start asking, and actually see the person in front of you.”

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How to use Yoga to take your BJJ to the next level!

“Training breaks you down — recovery makes you stronger. If you want to roll for life, mobility isn’t optional. It’s the foundation.” – Sebastian Brosche

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You’re ‘Not Dead Yet’! – The Philosophy That Changes Everything

The story ends the same for all of us — so let it rip while you’re here. You're not obligated to exist — but you're here. So why not...

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Addiction doesn’t need to be your story – Change your life today

"You weren’t broken—you were doing your best with the tools you had at the time. Shame won’t heal you. Understanding will." — Dr. Adi Jaffe

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Cracked Open – Carly Wopat on how you can turn Pain Into Purpose

"Every time I’ve gone through something difficult, it’s cracked me open—and from that space, something new could grow." — Carly Wopat

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Erika Ettin: Fix Your Dating Profile, Stop Overthinking & Master Online Dating

"If you’re struggling with dating, the problem isn’t the apps, the city, or your age—it’s how you’re using them. Be intentional, be confident, and most of all—be yourself." –...

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