#340 Don't Let Jiu-Jitsu Ruin Your Life

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Jiu-Jitsu obsession is powerful—it can make you great, but it can also wreck your health, family, and future if you don’t control it. In this episode, I(@thejoshmckinney) break down why “balance” is a lie, the dark side of obsession, and the 5 hacks that keep you training hard without destroying everything else. If you’ve ever felt like Jiu-Jitsu is taking over your life, this is the survival guide you need.Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles (FREE) BJJ Mental Models sportshygiene.com Promo Code “ISUCK”Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”Master ANY Position in 6 WeeksJoin ⁠ISAJJ PRO (ALL of Josh’s Courses in One Place)Join the Gi GazetteFollow the show on⁠ Instagram⁠⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠0:00 – Intro0:28 – Why balance is a lie2:30 – The dark side of obsession6:24 – Lie #1: Balance is a place9:09 – Lie #2: Obsession is evil14:30 – Lie #3: You can have it all23:00 – How obsession shows up on the mats30:16 – How it affects family & life34:02 – 5 Hacks for balance37:12 – Hack #1: Guardrails41:18 – Hack #2: Drive in the right direction46:13 – Hack #3: Choose the right passengers53:28 – Hack #4: Pre-plan your stops57:46 – Hack #5: Keep driving59:52 – Why we struggle to enjoy success1:02:00 – The 3 steps to suck less at balance1:16:24 – Final thoughts

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This episode was published on September 18, 2025.

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Jiu-Jitsu obsession is powerful—it can make you great, but it can also wreck your health, family, and future if you don’t control it. In this episode, I(@thejoshmckinney) break down why “balance” is a lie, the dark side of obsession, and the 5 hacks...

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