Fear is an Illusion | Frank Shamrock | TEDxSugarLand

Every fear we have may or may not be real. What if you could easily find out if your fear is valid, then take action to face it head on? The only place we can battle fear is in our minds. In this talk we learn valuable lessons about what real fear is and how to remove it from our day to day life. Frank Shamrock is many things: visionary entrepreneur, ex-con, author, star athlete, survivor of childhood abuse, international speaker, husband, dad and general defier of the odds. He holds multiple world records and remains the only athlete in history crowned champion of every major MMA sports league. Author of “MMA for Dummies”, he has literally written the book on the sport of cagefighting.
Unlikely as it may seem, as a speaker, Frank is best known for his humour, compassion and his ability to use cagefighting techniques to create deep trust and unwavering focus even with non-athletes. Shamrock’s coaching and training techniques are employed by top performers, celebrities and major corporations around the world.
Today, Shamrock lives in Los Angeles with Amy, his wife of many years and two kids, Frankie and Nicolette. Together they oversee Shamrock Way, a family nonprofit that tackles social issues and supports at risk communities with educational scholarships. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@waltoopoyndeaux4199]

If every person on earth watched this message just once (translated into the language of their understanding) and gave it their honest, sincere, and full attention - the human species would take a quantum leap in our growth. Imagine a world where every single person actually viewed themselves, and by extension everyone else, through the lens of true and sincere and genuine love.

[@Buckwild29445]

"Fear separates people; walls separate people." one of the most simple yet profound sentences I've ever heard!...

[@El_Diego86]

This deserves millions of views!

[@TONYSESLCAFE]

Yes.

[@bicyclist2]

Amen!

[@oluwatoyinjegede3348]

Yes but for lack of a better title...surely

[@brendanpaoletti2093]

why

[@YEJIN__IN__2023]

Reeeeeeally they must fear about their fear to click

[@chrisrobbins3888]

Frank is a surprisingly wholesome dude

[@bobdownie.2806]

Better off dead than to live your life in constant fear! Respect for you frank, well done.

[@thenewcedric]

Its not better to be dead. When that happens you just let your fear consume you. What you can do is find you inner strength and face your fears head-on. You are bigger than what you fear, don't let it consume you.

[@Thank-u-so-much-for-everything]

😱 fearing is not caring..........

[@DodefiEnglish]

How is it that the deep messages are always viewed by so few? Thank you, Frank!

[@Stickythoughts]

Honest speeches like these are priceless because this man has first hand experience, no one should come up on this stage to speak about fear without this type of conviction and testimony.

[@ramkrishnapattan8079]

I will break all the walls around me. I will come out of this false prison built by me. Thanks a lot Frank for providing a deeper perspective on fear.

[@michaelwood9318]

Frank Shamrock, your awesome!!!!God bless you!

[@joeblack7660]

Frank Shamrock has put a submission hold on fear

[@altondelane7798]

Frank Shamrock is the man! Much respect!

[@davecros4887]

Frank, you've chosen a good path in life. You are an inspiration. I love you brother.

[@tylerperkins8210]

This might be the best video ever made

[@blurbn]

When there's no hope, there's just moving forward! Thank you Frank!

[@thenewcedric]

Yes, this is the right mindset. If there is no hope, you yourself is your own hope, that's why don't let your fears cloud your life.

[@edwardrichard2561]

This guys childhood was awful. He was forced to live outside under a tarp that was draped over a clothesline for example. Incredible mma champion.

[@MasterofPlay7]

the harder the life the greater the rebound, tough times don't last long, tough people do

[@lj1393]

@@MasterofPlay7 your not wrong, though this doesn't always apply too everyone XD

[@jamierowson4545]

After listening to this, gonna break down walls today. Thank you Frank.

[@properpsychology1276]

“Where your fear is, there is your task.” - Carl Jung

[@nichegames9590]

Fear is an emotion. Just like love and every other emotion.

[@El_Diego86]

Love isn’t just an emotion! It’s more a verb!

[@JTH43]

Frank is a legend

[@monicaPerez-qy7pq]

May this inspire all the children experiencing the same 🙏🏼

[@rahel9217]

The brick wall analogy is so good

[@juliavaoitamaevamareko4661]

Fear is learned from our circumstances and environment. Therefore it is temporary and remains active only in our minds if we allow our consciousness to surrender to it. However, we can find proven tools to face, feel, and free our fears with faith.

[@benoduartebd]

This dude is a freaking superhero. Always has been. Speaking the truth 👍

[@celiamoreno7745]

Thank you Frank, although we have different life paths, we both suffered through child abuse and our brains changed as a result. I too face my fears, move through them, it's wonderful to hear a person I admire share the save view on FEARS. Thank you

[@abelflores5976]

Frank is an MMA legend! Glad to see he’s also a great public speaker.

[@Autumnblueskies1]

The more I hear from Frank and find out about him, the more impressed I am! What a great guy and what a role model!

[@matdunsford526]

Ive watched this guy for years as a fighter a world champ BUT just seen this talk he's a WORLD CLASS speaker ongrats Frank Shamrock!

[@markreese7535]

Wow . He nails it !!

[@perrypelican9476]

Frank Shamrock is or rather was a great fighter. Now I see him as a great person. There are other professional fighters or former pro fighters who have become wonderful people. Another one is Rickson Gracie and many members of the Brazilian Gracie family. Another one who is one of my favorites is Bas Rutten. Putting Frank Shamrock together with Bas Rutten would make a great talk. Mixed Martial Arts is much much better for you that boxing and probably the best fighting style for your health and effectiveness in the ring/octagon is Jiu jitsu. Keep talking Frank. You are an inspiration.

[@christopheredig2332]

How articulate

[@svfrndz]

I needed this. Thanks a lot! One of the best spoken on this subject. Don't lay the bricks to become your imprisoning wall.

[@cheri.cherries]

watching this literally minutes before an interview lol my fear had me cancelling on interviews before but there's no other choice but to push through if i want to achieve my goals

[@aliammar8336]

I rarely comment, but that hit me. Thank you so much, Frank!

[@ehmehhuh]

Always liked Frank, never knew why... thanks for sharing, champ. You're a great speaker.

[@abazism]

Same

[@pchiethegreat1]

Inspirational. It’s a damn shame that he was excluded from the UFC Hall of Fame.

[@Peter-uo9km]

Real fans were watching frank fight long ago. Who the heck looks at the hall of fame now?

[@pchiethegreat1]

@@Peter-uo9km i still do, and I’ve been a fan for ages. It still holds a certain degree of prestige.

[@tagonminmyat7302]

Tell me that I'm not the only one trying not to tear up watching this

[@heimdallyong7181]

Wow! Needed this.

[@conorfields171]

love this guy vulnerable and real vulnerable by being real

[@maurogomez1585]

Nice speech CHAMP !!! One of the best middle weight champion. I salute you Frank Shamrock.

[@YEJIN__IN__2023]

Thank you for this marvelous video 눈물 좔좔 ㅠㅠ

[@edc8879]

He is so well spoken!✌💖🙏

[@ronn5592]

Honest and inspirational

[@thefitclubNZ]

Thank you KZbin algorithm - finally something actually useful recommended.

[@jessicabceny]

Frank Shamrock… omg… 🥰

[@yvetterobinson7273]

I've been with this fear a long time I want to move on in my life if they positive I say that word everyday I am so tired of being afraid of people I'm so tired of people looking down on me

[@yvetterobinson7273]

I am too

[@rhodrimorice7746]

Brilliant talk! This is true purpose of courage and positivity (not fake positive)

[@lesellen1994]

Wow, what insight this man has. Gives me hope for all the angry people in the world today…

[@thedesertofthereel.1321]

Great stuff.

[@bishnu.gurung]

1. Name your fear. 2. Decide if it’s reasonable. 3. Is it justified? Move Forward. This talk is amazing.

[@aros007z]

Remarkable story....remarkable man, Frank Shamrock!

[@MrSimonw58]

First guy to beat Tito Ortiz ... in Tito's prime ... off his back no less ... incredibly skilful ... underdog win ... against the odds ... true inspiration ... Thanks Frank

[@mindyli5974]

the ending with the brick wall analogy!

[@Jules-dn9jl]

Wow, this is such an inspiring and authentic talk. I hope Frank writes a book about dealing with fear some day. I would buy it for sure!

[@Metroeyedocs]

Wow, I have been a fight fan for years and remember Frank fighting in Pride & other events. New found respect to Frank...Excellent talk.

[@chanandler4567]

He never fought in Pride. He fought in Pancrase.

[@AkiraBeard]

Beautifully articulate, vulnerable and honest. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@paradisearyaei7058]

It was worth to listen to every single word and also interestingly informative speech. God bless u

[@rosemathew5387]

Such A Great Talk 💖

[@kidpresentable6004]

The best counselors/therapists are fighters. They know about true character , they know about struggles. I would talk to a fighter about my problems over any college educated phoney anyday

[@kidpresentable6004]

@Allennium Falcon ha ha ha like it . God bless pal

[@gussstavropoulos7567]

Thank you so much for sharing your remarkable story and always keep moving forward.

[@authorbandc8814]

This was amazing…And well needed

[@stevenrod7]

Awesome Ted talk, I needed to hear this. Thank you Mr. Frank Shamrock!

[@maverickmindset4749]

Just made a video on the same topic. Fear is an illusion, big time! Great video!

[@tibbar1000]

Great talk!

[@chilatelover]

Way to go Frank! Miss seeing you fight

[@Cho_Mama]

way to go Frank!

[@diddy4439]

Outstanding, A true warrior.

[@fendermon]

Epic talk. Naming your fears does seem to go a long way towards defeating them. Thanks Frank.

[@Quantum3691]

Move to and through the fear to achieve success.

[@minlee5376]

Thank you for this speech frank shamrock will do

[@arafama52]

👏 Amazing!!! Thank youuu❤❤

[@rudyespinoza6781]

Thank you Frank

[@dallasm.4794]

I'll take you a step further.. Fear is an illusion that people follow blindly. -Dallas C. Morgan March 15 2021

[@rashadjaveed274]

A workable formulae to overcome the all pervasive fear related to something big or small Thanks

[@goldstr1]

Great talk

[@Runfastgo]

Wow very impressed w Frank here.

[@rongreen316]

Well spoken...much respect!

[@christophercirocco8611]

Super informative. So many of us need this! Thank You 💪🏻🇺🇸🙏🏼

[@TheArtbdw]

Awesome, very much needed and appreciated wisdom. Thank you

[@Chawwsen]

I was just doing meditation and feared that If i tell my heart to stop it will stop Did I just conquered my fear by saying this? I was anxious even while typing this.

[@flipb0y1]

Amazing. Seeing Frank in this perspective, has brought so much more respect for him. Great talk @frankshamrock

[@dba4a6d76]

Excellent and authentic!

[@silentsnipe52]

Amazing stuff Shamrock, thx for sharing brother.

[@ricardodeleon5479]

Beautiful champ.

[@randabuffer6562]

Great speaker!

[@boomertothetop]

Oh my goodness! This is the fear talk I’ve been searching for. Learned a great lesson today. Thank you 🧡

[@WRPierre2]

Good Stuff! Impressive.

[@chessmad26]

Amazing talk! also amazing that so few have viewed it!

[@meusviews]

Amazing thank you 🙏

[@williambryon6671]

Great talk Frank

[@davidibarra411]

Frank is an amazing speaker!

[@geppoilluzion9658]

My favourite talk!

[@chrisward7582]

Excellent talk. Thank you :)

[@keihayashi2906]

awesome!! well done champ

[@VanijaMi]

Amazing!

[@christianross4644]

This is awesome! Thanks for the speech Frank, and thanks Jannsen for sharing this!

[@theillestmom7142]

This was so good. 🙏🏽

[@francischen3819]

THANK YOU !!!!!

[@gh0rochi363]

Thanks champ

[@stvinney]

This dude seems SO MUCH DIFFERENT than what id imagine his older brother Ken is like

[@StankFernatra]

Nice work. Thank you.