Probably one of the hardest things in the world to deal with, is watching one of our loved ones suffer or get hurt and not being able to stop the pain from occurring. I don’t think it ever hurt me emotionally as badly before as when my husband or his kids were hurting from something […]
Read moreGetting Back on the Horse
Samantha Schell BJJ, Competing, self confidence, winners bjj, Competition, confidence, Jiu Jitsu, toro cup
So you didn’t have the best last experience when it came to competition, right? Maybe you suffered a devastating loss after months of hard work and preparation, or suffered a freak or catastrophic injury, or even were the victim of illegitimate reffing and a bad call (gee, wonder what that can be in reference to)? […]
Read moreTo Lead is to Bleed
Samantha Schell Adaptation, BJJ, mental health, Overcoming Adversity, Perseverance, Positivity, self confidence bjj, discipline, gym, Jiu Jitsu, leadership, mentor, positivity, role model, self confidence
Leadership is an acquired skill, not a personality trait. My friend Jess told me this the other day, and she says to credit Jocko Willink for this bit of wisdom, but I’m gonna credit her for bringing it to my attention. You see, I’ve been writing a lot lately about my internal struggles, and I’m […]
Read moreWhat’s Your Love Language?
Samantha Schell BJJ, Competing, love, Overcoming Adversity, Perseverance bjj, BJJ girls, Jiu Jitsu, love language, perseverance, sadness
The 5 languages of love are vital to any relationship in your life; romantic, platonic, and familial. Many of us usually have a specific language we gravitate towards when receiving, and something completely different when we are giving and they often don’t always reciprocate. I know that rings true for my case personally, but it […]
Read moreStank Coochie Energy
Women hating on other women, or in any way being disrespectful for no reason, or putting other females down is stank coochie energy. Feel free to quote me on this for all future endeavors. Especially as ladies in a predominantly male sport, do better. We know this isn’t a beauty contest and some of y’all […]
Read moreLittle Boy Blue, Come Blow Your Horn
Samantha Schell Adaptation, Anxiety, BJJ, Friendship, Laughter, love, self confidence belt, bjj, blue belt, level up, promotion, rank 911
Ah, the innocence of earning that first colored belt for adults involved in the sport of Jiu Jitsu, the long-awaited and eagerly anticipated blue belt. When you earn that blue belt, it is a mixture of pride at having solidified your rank at this incredibly difficult sport where you will see a large fraction of […]
Read morePutting the ‘Pans’ in Panics
Woo lawd, I am busting my little rump over here trying to get ready for my first major IBJJF competition of the year, and lucky for me, it happens to be one week after my wedding. That was sarcasm by the way, in case you didn’t pick up on it. My brain and body definitely […]
Read moreDo Re Mi, ABC, 123, Baby It’s ADD
I don’t know exactly what I’m doing with this life, but I am sure as shit trying to get the most out of it that I possibly can. These past couple of months have been a blur, and the remainder of 2022 is shaping up to be the exact same. From knee surgery, to countless […]
Read moreShould I Compete?
Samantha Schell Anxiety, BJJ, Perseverance, Positivity, self confidence, Stress Anxiety, bjj, confidence, ibjjf, Jiu Jitsu, nerves 2
I could probably make a list of the top frequently asked questions asked in grappling pages and groups on social media, and the one in the title would be in the top 10, and probably crack the top 5 if I am being perfectly honest. It makes sense; many people are unsure of themselves when […]
Read moreNuWay Combat-The Equal Opportunities Tournament
Perhaps the only competition on the market that offers multiple combative sports to partake in, such as Judo, Wrestling, Pankration, Arm Wrestling, and MMA is one many are unfamiliar with. NuWay Combat is the best-kept secret on the planet. Nuway Combat has categories for youth, adult, master’s, men, and women, and ensures there is a […]
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