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“When I came to the United States, I saw a lot of Mike Tyson. I would stay up and watch all of the Mike Tyson fights. A friend here said, 'You got to do Jiu-Jitsu. That's the thing.' I said, 'C'mon, Jiu-Jitsu would never beat Mike Tyson.' So, he showed me the Royce Gracie tape. I was so impressed…” quote by Glover Teixeira
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“When I came to the United States, I saw a lot of Mike Tyson. I would stay up and watch all of the Mike Tyson fights. A friend here said, 'You got to do Jiu-Jitsu. That's the thing.' I said, 'C'mon, Jiu-Jitsu would never beat Mike Tyson.' So, he showed me the Royce Gracie tape. I was so impressed with the thing.”

Glover Teixeira

About This Quote

Source Interview: MMA Podcast, 2020

Realizing the value of learning new skills after skepticism, leading to personal growth.

In simple terms: Open mind to unexpected expertise can change perspectives.

Key Takeaway

Embrace learning beyond preconceptions.

Themes

growth humility adaptability

Mood

inspired thoughtful

Type

motivational personal development

When to use this quote

  • training sessions
  • career changes
  • hobby exploration

Key Concepts

martial arts skill acquisition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What skill could you be dismissing now?
  • How can skepticism become curiosity?
A Different Perspective

May underestimate the time needed to master new disciplines.

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