In this short episode I discuss my journey with how I deal with emotions and what I try model to my students. I also discuss the difficult week that we’ve had in the office after the passing of a friend and coworker.
What You’ll Learn:
My Personal Story
How Important Vulnerability Is
How I Feel It Helps Others
One Quote to Reflect On:
“The best coaches don’t just correct your posture—they model presence. Vulnerability teaches more than any technique ever will.” -Unknown
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Thank you,
David Figueroa-Martinez
Founder, DFM Coaching
Coach | Writer | Grappler
DFM Coaching is dedicated to helping you overcome mental hurdles and achieve your full potential in BJJ. Whether through in-person instruction, seminars, private lessons, remote coaching, or video analysis, I provide personalized support tailored to your needs. Keep pushing forward, and let’s grow together!
🔊 EPISODE 1: “Why Tapping is a Skill, Not a Shame”
Rewiring how you view loss, pain, and quitting
• Reframe tapping as a decision, not a defeat
• Learn why pain is feedback—not failure
• Discover how the tap protects your longevity and growth
🔊 EPISODE 2: “From Proving to Improving”
Outgrowing gym performance anxiety
• Stop rolling to impress and start rolling with intent
• Let go of fear-driven intensity and chase progress
• Build quiet confidence rooted in awareness, not approval
🔊 EPISODE 3: “Respect Doesn’t Mean Submission”
How to train assertively and kindly
• Stand your ground while being a safe partner
• Hold standards when no one’s watching
• Build a balanced training style—push hard, protect spirits
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