JJO #54 - Marco Hutch "The Afro Samurai" - How Martial Arts Saves Lives

Training in martial arts like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, wrestling, & Muay Thai is my outlet for improving my mental health and becoming a better person.

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On this fifty-fourth episode of the podcast, I talk to pro MMA fighter Marco Hutch - AKA the Afro Samurai.

On this episode, Marco shares how martial arts helped him through some of the hardest times that any human can face. We talk about the power of martial arts to save lives and prevent suicide.

Marco talks about what happened after losing many of the people in his life and why training six hours a day in the gym helped him to process his grief. Instead of taking his own life, he dove into the martial arts lifestyle.

Marco talks about bouncing back from trauma and loss and why its important to control what you can and keep yourself on the path of peace. We also dive into why Marco views martial arts as a spiritual practice, why movement is medicine, and why struggle creates strength in life.

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If you or anyone you know is having suicidal ideations, call the national suicide prevention line by dialing 800-273-TALK.

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The information in this episode should NOT be considered medical advice but instead educational information. If you are struggling with your mental health and you want to speak with a professional therapist, I recommend https://Talkspace.com/... This is the therapy service that worked for me when I was at my darkest moments in life and dealing with panic attacks everyday.