155: BJJ Black Belt Nattie Boss on Success, Acceptance, and Growth

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Episode 155 • 2nd February 2023 • Beauty and the Gi: Gripping Conversations about Jiu-Jitsu and Life • Jen Edds

Nattie Boss, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Black Belt, shares her journey to becoming a black belt and the lessons she learned along the way. Nattie discusses the importance of understanding the sequence of techniques in BJJ, as well as instilling confidence in female athletes when it comes to take downs. She also touches on the importance of self-care and nutrition in achieving success in BJJ.

Nattie also reflects on the shifts in her mindset that occurred when she became a mother and a black belt. She talks about her fear of complacency, and how she came to understand that accepting where she was in her journey did not equate to complacency. She emphasizes the importance of embracing the entire BJJ journey and the role it plays in shaping one's story. Nattie shares her thoughts on the power of having a "why" and the significance of the black belt as a symbol of expertise and wisdom.

Nattie will be teaching at Roll Model Indy Base Camp this summer!

What You Will Learn

▲ Why you need to understand the difference between complacency and embracing where you are in your journey

▲ The importance of understanding techniques in sequence

▲ How Nattie handled the physical and mental challenges of jiu-jitsu while pregnant

▲ Coping with failure and how to handle it in competition

▲ How her mindset about Jiu Jitsu shifted after becoming a mother

Connect with Nattie Boss

https://www.bodybyboss.com/

Learn More about Roll Model Grappling Camp

https://rollmodelswanted.com/

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