Train the Body, Transform the Mind

What can Jiu-Jitsu teach us about leadership, business, confidence and overcoming adversity? In this powerful episode of The Pavan Perspective, Ryron Gracie, Chief Instructor at Gracie University, and David Lykken explore the mindset behind Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. The episode also takes viewers to Puerto Rico, where Ryron teaches children practical self-defense, punch protection, anti-bullying intervention and how to establish control without causing harm. From using leverage instead of force to developing patience, resilience and a survival mindset, Ryron reveals why the lessons learned on the mat can transform how we confront challenges in everyday life and business. Watch this inspiring conversation and discover why success is not always about being bigger or stronger—it is about remaining calm, learning from mistakes and finding the right angle at the right time.Speaker InformationPavan AgarwalFounder/CEO of Celligence LLC, Creator of AngelAiPavan Agarwal is the Chief Executive Officer of Sun West, one of the largest independent, privately owned mortgage companies based in the U.S. He is also the founder of Celligence, which harnesses the best of Artificial Intelligence and Empathetic Technology to make mortgages simple and accessible to everyone. Pavan is a major proponent of Fair Lending and using technology to create homeownership opportunities for underserved markets. He loves to bring innovation into the mortgage industry and seamlessly integrate business units, products, and disparate goals into a single architecture to achieve success. Pavan's exceptional achievements have garnered recognition from prestigious media outlets, including Fox News, Yahoo!, and Bloomberg. He's also been nominated for a national philanthropy award for his work with The Autism Community in Action (TACA).Ryron GracieCo-Founder & Chief Instructor, Gracie University | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Master | Self-Defense EducatorRyron Gracie is the eldest grandson of Grand Master Helio Gracie and a third-generation member of the Gracie family, one of the most influential families in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As Co-Founder and Chief Instructor of Gracie University, Ryron has played a key role in expanding Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and its self-defense philosophy to students around the world. Alongside his brother Rener Gracie, he became widely recognized through The Gracie Breakdown, a series that analyzes and explains techniques used in real-world martial arts and mixed martial arts competition. Ryron has also been instrumental in developing the Gracie Global Training Program, helping make practical self-defense education more accessible worldwide. Through his teaching, Ryron emphasizes technique, leverage, patience, confidence, and problem-solving — principles that extend well beyond martial arts and into everyday life.David LykkenFounder and Chief Transformation Officer | Executive Coach and Business Strategy Consultant | Transformational Mortgage Solutions, LLCDavid Lykken is a seasoned mortgage industry expert with over four decades of experience. As a former owner-operator of three mortgage banking companies, a software firm, and several leading consulting businesses, David has a proven track record of driving growth through consulting, executive coaching, and strategic communications. He specializes in working with C-level executives and business owners to develop business strategies, enhance sales and marketing efforts, and streamline operations for greater efficiency and profitability.David is a regular guest on FOX Business News and CNBC and hosts the popular weekly podcast, "Lykken on Lending," which attracts thousands of mortgage professionals nationwide. He also produces the daily market commentary, "Today’s Mortgage Minute," which reaches millions of viewers through various media outlets. In addition, David is a prolific writer, contributing articles to leading industry publications on a regular basis.