Saying Hi and need some advice And motivation

[TaylorWolf]

Thanks I will work on that. I have been studying Dogfight and I have gone from Lockdown to Butterfly Guard to sweep. I'm honestly trying different things. Trying to find my own game and not be cookie cutter like some others.

Good thinking also… I like your style. Need to work on my Butterfly. That Cocoon position seems really popular here.

[Jose Cinco]

Good thinking also… I like your style. Need to work on my Butterfly. That Cocoon position seems really popular here.

Thanks and I have noticed that. With my build of being short and stocky. Butterfly guard has benefited me. Especially if I am able to get in deep. I am able to sweep easier.

[Nicolas Sanchez]

I've been doing jiu jitsu about the same as you so I understand what your going through. Only thing I can really say is for the whole motivation part, check out Stuart cooper films on YouTube. http://https://m.youtube.com/user/stuartcooperfilms Hearing all the world champions and just people who have taking bjj as a life style talk about how it changed their lives and the benefits, its super inspirational makes me want to hit the mat everyday.

[Tori Applegate]

The stomp is my favorite. Sometimes it is frustrating when someone who has been training nowhere near as long as you starts to catch up. I'm sure they were frustrated too, I get maybe rolling a little harder with you if you are getting better. That's beneficial for everyone, BUT trying to hurt your training partner on purpose and just being a turd about it is not OK. I'm a very Agressive player. Have I gotten too agressive before..yes. Its something I personally have to work on, but competing often helps. :-) I'm sure your teammates have their own frustrations and struggles, but maybe they should have talked to the coach about how to pass the position instead of how they actually reacted.

Its not fun to roll with people when you can't trust them with your safety..esp if they are better than you. Once you gt a little better you will know what positions to get them stuck in and then you're in control. Sounds like you found one! Just keep working brother. Sounds like you're starting to get a game going on that you like. :-P

[Jose Cinco]

I've been doing jiu jitsu about the same as you so I understand what your going through. Only thing I can really say is for the whole motivation part, check out Stuart cooper films on YouTube. http://https://m.youtube.com/user/stuartcooperfilms Hearing all the world champions and just people who have taking bjj as a life style talk about how it changed their lives and the benefits, its super inspirational makes me want to hit the mat everyday.

Yes I love his videos! I even bought a shirt and patch to support what he does. I often watch his vids to keep my motivation up.

The stomp is my favorite. Sometimes it is frustrating when someone who has been training nowhere near as long as you starts to catch up. I'm sure they were frustrated too, I get maybe rolling a little harder with you if you are getting better. That's beneficial for everyone, BUT trying to hurt your training partner on purpose and just being a turd about it is not OK. I'm a very Agressive player. Have I gotten too agressive before..yes. Its something I personally have to work on, but competing often helps. :-) I'm sure your teammates have their own frustrations and struggles, but maybe they should have talked to the coach about how to pass the position instead of how they actually reacted.

Its not fun to roll with people when you can't trust them with your safety..esp if they are better than you. Once you gt a little better you will know what positions to get them stuck in and then you're in control. Sounds like you found one! Just keep working brother. Sounds like you're starting to get a game going on that you like. :-P

Thanks a lot. I also will go harder when I need to chill but I don't agree with trying to purposely hurting your teammates. I thought that was a dick move. I mean I let him know that I wasn't happy with what he did. My wrist is feeling it today. I don't care what they tell me. I'm going to continue working my Lockdown. I don't train to please other white belts. I know I'm making progress and I'll prove it this weekend when our professor comes down to watch us train.

[Tori Applegate]

Ah that sucks..but makes sense..cocky white belts lol. Just keep training man. With that sour attitude, they will hold their own progress back. Keep your mind open and free..just keep doing you.

[Nick Paul]

The lockdown is probably my strongest position today, and I started using it the same way you did, to slow down the attack of more experienced guys. Keep using it, developing your sweeps and transitions, and don't listen to the ass clown training partners of yours who are angry that you're using effective techniques.

[brainstorm214]

It goes without saying, that nowadays there is so much negativity in the environment; The onus is on you to; learn to create a positive environment by listening to motivational audios, videos, and surrounding yourself with people who care about your success. People who are a source of motivation in your life. It is difficult to remain positive if you surround yourself with negativity. Read inspirational materials such as books and articles, like www.drprix.com. It will help you stay on top of discouraging situations.

[jazz007]

Motivation is necessary while stepping forward specially in fighting with someone. The best motivation is that we know your inner power and then we can get anyone easily even they are stronger than us. so, if you stay away from negative people even coaches in your life, you always succeed. these words work like motivational speech for students before exams .