56. Letting Go, Holding On: The Miranda Pearce Story

This week on The Gi Spot, Rach and Kaz sit down with their friend and fierce competitor Miranda Pearce, a black belt who’s fought her way through the ranks of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu—only to find herself grappling with something far more complex than any opponent on the mats.Miranda opens up about her recent diagnoses of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and the life-altering confirmation of Marfan Syndrome—a genetic condition that not only reframed her health, but reshaped her future in the sport she loves. With characteristic honesty and humor, she shares what it’s like to reprocess a lifetime of traits through the lens of neurodivergence, while simultaneously facing the sobering reality of a physical diagnosis that forced her to make one of the hardest decisions of her life: to step away from competitive jiu-jitsu.This episode explores identity, resilience, and the grief that comes with redefining yourself when your body and mind suddenly demand a new rulebook. But it’s not all heavy—Miranda’s wit, warmth, and clarity cut through the pain with moments of strength, softness, and serious perspective.If you’ve ever had to walk away from something you thought would define you forever—this one will hit home.If you want to work with Miranda on branding, or a 1 off print run, you can find her at :https://www.instagram.com/firebird_customs_?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==