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OUTLINE:

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(00:00) – Introduction

(08:28) – First principles approach to martial arts

(16:09) – Illusion of choice

(19:42) – Game theory

(28:04) – First fight

(32:20) – Defense

(41:03) – Waiting for a fight

(51:11) – Free will

(1:08:59) – Freedom and compassion

(1:18:01) – Social media

(1:24:21) – Leadership

(1:30:09) – How to get good at jiu jitsu

(1:50:23) – Learning how to learn

(1:58:29) – Questioning the foundations of jiu jitsu

(2:17:34) – Humans cannot fully comprehend reality

(2:21:45) – Artificial intelligence

(2:34:38) – Deadlines

(2:41:29) – Tie choke

(2:49:58) – Hardship

(2:54:20) – Love