#293 Erik Butler

Send us Fan MailIn this engaging conversation, Thomas and his guest explore the profound impact of friendship and mentorship in martial arts. His guest shares his journey from being a striker to embracing the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, highlighting the importance of kindness, humility, and personal growth. He also shares his journey through martial arts, and the motivations that drove him to overcome fear and prove himself. Here is The RŌL Radio with a 3rd degree black belt in Shidokan bare knuckle karate, a Judo brown belt, and a 2nd degree black belt in BJJ, Professor Erik Butler.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radiohttp://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/Episode Highlights:2:31 You Can Lead a Horse to Water. Erik’s Role In Thomas’s Jiu-Jitsu4:50 Do Things Happen for a Reason10:48 Having Something to Prove15:27 Moving from a Fighter to a Martial Artist32:58 Being Bullied and Overcoming Fear42:29 The Impact of Helping Others48:04 Ego and Self-perception53:04 Reflections and Growth1:02:29 Generational Gaps1:12:51 What Makes a Martial Artist1:16:03 The Gifts of Different Martial ArtsSupport the show