Originally Posted by
shadskey17
I appreciate you just taking the time to post your story man. I'd been putting off reading through this for a few days just because its a lot. lol. anyways, i kind of have a reputation in my area as being the guy (owner) that will work with just about anyone. you've talked about trust a lot and asking the owner of a gym to earn it over time basically. Ever consider the opposite? Giving the trust first. Its uncomfortable to address the elephant in the room as is, but if you started somewhere new just talking to the coach or owner about your past and your plans to move forward. I say that because everybody is a selfish dick at heart and wants to be a part of somebody else's story. Genuinely, its dumb but true. If you came to me poured your heart out and told me jiu jitsu was part of your healing process I'd do everything in my very limited power to help you stay on the mats.
Jiu jitsu is for everybody.