
About this episode
This week, Steve and Matt discuss systems thinking for Jiu-Jitsu. Organizing ideas into systems is one of the best ways to truly understand any difficult discipline.
Mental models discussed in this episode:
- Making Smaller Circles
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ - Predictable Responses
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ - Form to Leave Form
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ - Alignment over Position
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/ - Double Trouble
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/ - Funneling
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/
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