Danaher Story Time: 'The Parable of the Plank'

[@josemartin1727]

This dude is the Professor X of Jiu Jitsu

[@cameronscott4440]

For real

[@lampleather2574]

Because of his intelligence or the baldness? Or his legs not working as well as they used to? 🤣

[@Dare65000]

Facts! 💯😂

[@Adeshgrg]

@@lampleather2574 that was brutal to read 🤣

[@stevebean1234]

@lamp leather or his school of (mutant?) warriors

[@theItalianshamrock]

Shout out to the amateur Australian stuntman who was dropping knowledge to kids in New Zealand

[@anderandersson5229]

Thanks to Australia for making Danaher such a great man!

[@zenoelea1]

The Aussies can have pavlova and Crowe but they aren’t claiming Danaher as well!

[@bobjohnson5138]

Can you imagine saying no when Danaher asks if you want to hear a story

[@Twoyutes74]

Danaher is lying. He was never a child. Homie was born being 30 years old.

[@cholinegarcia2200]

God fking dammit lmao. Scrolled down to check comments and didnt expect a joke to be the top. Caught me off guard

[@MMAMAN13]

This comment had me howling dude

[@IstvanVass1974]

One thing is sure: he was born with a rash-guard on...

[@rolfinator37]

...With a rash guard on

[@EXALTEDLIFESTYLE]

"And as he thus spake, Danaher and his disciples gathered round the mats and said he to them, now learn the parable of the plank"

[@WhoDatGuyJ]

XD

[@Professor_Bugs]

"And i shall listen thout his words, for they are wisdom that shall beheth past in generationenth to come."

[@jaimeivantamayo]

And he multiplied the rahsguards so that there was enough for everybody

[@thedust850]

Hahah

[@richarddaniel6896]

Let him without sprawl cast the first takedown.

[@Seegie16]

It was charming yet somewhat rustic and primitive.. lol.. I love Jon

[@mmaforever594]

lol

[@NoLuckNecessary]

“My father was a relentlessly self-improving boulangerie owner from Belgium with low grade narcolepsy and a penchant for buggery.”

[@Edu-TainmentforEntrepreneurs]

@@NoLuckNecessary "penchant for buggery.” so don't drop the soap when he's around??

[@empv5724]

@@NoLuckNecessary oh behave

[@slowcheetahslowcheetah3611]

@@NoLuckNecessary deserves far more likes 😂

[@AlexElseyMMA]

If Danaher starts a cult I'm in. Pass me the Kool-Aid

[@raymundofigueroa7119]

Me too .........lol

[@MapleBar777]

LMFAO yeah the dude is freakin rad

[@fedor755]

In case I miss the good news: PLEASE SEND ME LOCATION!

[@Henry-sg6cc]

Jiu Jistu is a cult

[@AdamColucciRealEstateKW]

Im dying hahaha

[@nathanmcmullen1527]

I could listen to him talk all day

[@tombstone54]

This man has definitely tasted human flesh.

[@JdieNite]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂💀💀💀💀💀💀

[@chrispendleton9132]

😆😆😆

[@ducktah7126]

HAHAHAHAHAHHAHAAHHAAHA

[@ramatrhos]

I laughed way too hard at this lol

[@harrymorris9406]

Absolutely dead, 100

[@gwdezy_5327]

Can we just get a story time and life lesson segment with John Danaher??

[@igipop14]

Listen to his Joe Rogan podcast. It is full of it.

[@gwdezy_5327]

igipop14 i have 2x lol good stuff

[@breadman5048]

@@igipop14 he is also full of it

[@breakdancerQ]

This guy is the real life Morpheus.

[@mmaforever594]

of BJJ lol

[@frankthetank8216]

"I Can Only Show You The Door. You're The One That Has To Walk Through It."

[@Bt26x]

So true 😂

[@jett6865]

And this is why he is a genius💯

[@bhudson647]

he used as many words as possible to say you play the way you practice. so practice like it's the real fucking thing..

[@Wanderlei94Silva]

@Kind Citizen what if he made up the entire story to prove his point

[@kirklandau2826]

@@bhudson647 He said a lot more than that. You're being dense if you didn't understand the metaphor of the story and the deeper sense of perspective it provided

[@valente.victor]

There is no spoon.

[@conzer87]

Victor Valente nice 😂

[@jesussotelo4775]

Victor Valente yes lol made my day

[@Jack-yq6ui]

"Try not to bend the spoon, that is impossible, instead, early on try to realize the truth, _there is no spoon_ , and you'll realize it is not the spoon that bends, it is only yourself." I apply this sentiment to emotional experiences themselves: *Try not to change the **_emotion_** you are experiencing, instead, early on try to realize the truth, **_the emotion exist only as it's experience to you_** , and you'll realize it isn't the emotion that changes, it's your experience of it*

[@champ8605]

Plot twist the stuntman was JD who travelled back in time to teach young JD this lesson.

[@isaccogracie9761]

🤯

[@wahu_cobra5232]

Wouldn’t be surprised tbh

[@Leitefsj]

And I thought I couldn't appreciate this man any further.

[@Connor-iu5xu]

This man is one of the most awesome coaches in the world, period.

[@mediathor7532]

His look when he questions if they have time for a story.

[@lucksury]

Like who wouldn't say yes lol

[@clapdrix72]

I could literally listen to Danaher recite parables all day every day

[@dreal500]

Said so beautifully.

[@bearmaple9242]

Danaher's voice is hella relaxing

[@tboland728]

I can't watch Enter the System DVDs if I'm sleepy lol

[@sathingtonwilloughby3741]

Listen to his interview on the lex freidman podcast

[@HeavenlyGourmetChurrosLLC]

Dropping sick knowledge. Much respect john. Ur such a. Philosopher when it comes to the Art of Jiu Jitsu

[@johnhagebeuk8]

He is so right. Because the stress for the competition kills your performance on stage.

[@MorethanGUNZ]

Always love Danaher interviews

[@Robology13]

What a combination of knowledge, personality, and delivery. Teaching is his calling.

[@MrMZaccone]

This is a precise description of how all training should function. "Normalizing" as much as practical, the event for which one is training.

[@NickDanzinger]

I'm a simple man, I see a Danaher video and I upvote. This was a really great story tho... I wish the same amateur stunt man had visited my elementary school.

[@aplus1080]

Nick Danzinger 😂 he'd be all 60 years old n shit

[@shotgun111180]

I want a Danaher podcast! Talk about BJJ, life, death, literally everything and I'd watch or listen. This is deep and thought provoking! Come on John!!

[@222wheelsdown]

He was on Joe Rohan it’s a good one

[@blacklotus2781]

17 ppl fell off from a plank in their backyard

[@capicornboss]

I could listen to this guy talk Jiu Jitsu all day! Oss!! 🤙🏿

[@cxoolio]

Danaher is such an interesting, insightful and intelligent person, aside from that it’s always awesome to watch older people light up when remembering an important moment in their childhood, it’s like they’re blasted back there and their emotions show through! Strange creatures we are.

[@michaelstrong4823]

Sensei Danaher takes so much fro everyday life and translates it to BJJ. He is also the only traditionalist that allows Gi and No-Gi at all training sessions, side by side. Results don’t lie.

[@jackhammer8061]

This metaphor could be applied to countless different aspects of life, society & challenges everyone eventually faces just from daily living. Real chunk of gold here.

[@Adeshgrg]

I genuinely love this story so much, it makes me want to shave off all my hair and wear a rashguard all the time. Not even a joke, this shit was good

[@brandonmcninja]

I heard Chael Sonnen telling this story on TUF, he had some great coaching moments that season. Great stuff.

[@BackpackMMA]

The TUF Brazil season or the one with Jon Jones?

[@alessandrorigon888]

This man is a calm, patient genius

[@elraychapodice4319]

John you are the greatest jiu jitsu coach in the history.

[@lucksury]

Wise words as always

[@dennis1985]

He has a way of talking which just draws you in

[@mmakings2773]

Please Please do regularly sessions with John

[@sdotbell]

This is one of the things I’ve tried to adopt as a fighter.. I’ve always appreciated this..

[@bengaulden4655]

Icy Mike's impression just keeps getting better and better! Oh wait...never mind. It's actually him.

[@blackfootgunner8872]

I absolutely love this man.

[@Magani79]

John is a great storyteller

[@fhorse1747]

👏👏👏WOW ...Love this story about the plank and perception 🙏

[@cuzz63]

I keep expecting someone to say "this is the way" when JD speaks.

[@glynariksherwood]

Stuntman drives away giggling to himself " those kids will be crippled or dead within a week. Right on to the next school".

[@MrHeathcliff83]

aussie humor

[@sardalamit]

Ha!ha!

[@sardalamit]

Wow..wait a minute! Do NOT laugh...do NOT laugh...

[@999waves]

Danaher is actually crippled in his leg

[@force83x]

@@sardalamit oops

[@noobboy81]

This has helped me a ton in regard to competing more. I’ve got multiple comps scheduled this year now.

[@artakarakelyan1632]

Prospective is everything

[@iorekby]

Would love to hear John Danaher in conversation with Josh Waitzkin. Both BJJ black belts at prestigious NY gyms, both highly intelligent, and both graduates of Columbia's Philosophy department.

[@andrewbowen6875]

Never speaks without thinking this fellow I’ve noticed.

[@davehill5482]

"Perception" is the plank in jiu jitsu - The plank is life and it's what you make of it & you fill your daily activities with what you decide what is good for your mind and body. 🙌🏽💯 We'll call it 'The Danaher Series' - 🤙🏽

[@James888JJ]

What a LEGEND. Dropping savage insight. 👏👊🤟

[@ardnfast]

Ohhh, Danaher is from NZ! It's all starting to make sense now.

[@jcglez9491]

This changed my life

[@desamster]

Yes the perception in your mind has changed and that's a major thing. But it's not just perception, circumstances have changed too. The stakes are now higher. That said, it's still the exact same walking of the plank. It's no harder than crossing it on land, only in your mind. Poignant.

[@pedrorivera8255]

Wow, this man is full of wisdom👍

[@michaelstrong4823]

Danahar is a genius. Straight up.

[@MichielVoogt]

Well, not only does the perception of the plank changes, the consequence changes as well. If you fall, you will get hurt. Just as in gym. In training, if you tap, you just slap hands and roll again. If you tap in a big match you're out.

[@denbro1770]

Excellent comment.

[@goku-pops7918]

Michiel indeed but knowing you know how to walk across the plank is useful

[@MapleBar777]

His point is; the physical act and what is requires is the same and his students are already capable.

[@Ivan_against_Cuisine]

Yeah, but it's very important to remember, that loss in competition is not the end of the world either. He talks more about mental safety net, that wil allows people to avoid additional pressure.

[@Dannibalcorpse]

both are equally valid ways to view the same event. The plank up high may have greater consequences, but if you must cross it, it might be more advantageous to see it as the same plank you cross every day. That perspective may make you more relaxed, less stiff, and therefore, less inclined to fall. The difference is that those who are successful embrace mindsets that breed success.

[@TheMisterGuy]

This is really good, I'm stealing it! I tried to do this with myself but never realized it and put it into clear language like this.

[@jimmyjudo3559]

Danaher is so wise.

[@michaelbolen2118]

So good! Fantastic teacher.

[@HansDavidian]

This guy kinda reminds me of Hannibal Lecter sometimes.

[@DUARTE99]

Hans David - John Danaher is the only person in real life, that could become a James Bond villain... and win!

[@justinbarnuevo8328]

Demeanor of a serial killer😶

[@edwardtupper6374]

When I heard he had come from NZ I recognised him straight away - the cold, dead stare; the insidiously persuasive monotone: Former Prime Minister John Key

[@thenameiso1119]

brilliant man, i love it

[@JohnDoe-jt5lb]

The plank parable is a good analogue for training and fighting. If you fall from a plank on the ground, nothing happens. If you fall from a plank between two buildings, you get seriously injured or die. Just like you can make a mistake in training and get away. In a match or fight you face a real chance of getting hurt and embarrassed.

[@anserecks21]

Mind blowing.

[@raymundofigueroa7119]

great analogy.........

[@dmaximus73]

Danaher: ...is that something you’d be interested in hear... Me: YES

[@damjan9548]

This is real GOLD!

[@FR-ty5vn]

Brilliant! The only difference is the risk - I assume with the plank very high the risk of injury or death is also high - but I love the mindset. I used to use this taking penalty shots in soccer/Futbol - I would always look away from the crowd & pretend I was at practice. Great stuff, professor...

[@drv3973]

Chael x Danaher is the podcast I want

[@MrSnippety]

The pressure is tremendous

[@JTD472]

Now that I’ve noticed how he takes a sharp inhale in between sentences, I can’t not hear it

[@PrimeMatt]

Excellent!

[@dakidd729]

Brilliant! 👍

[@ecuadorjusto]

Good voice for sleeping

[@peteramarillo8952]

Wow great advice. I will take it to heart

[@gardennovice7896]

PURE AWESOME!

[@thedoctorate]

We need a Danaher biopic/documentary.

[@youtubesentmehetr1088]

Legend

[@CalebDiT]

I've been trying to tell my two young boys this about wrestling tournies. Maybe I'll try a visualization like this.

[@arjyomitra9121]

This was beautiful.

[@alvarezgamers]

John has never left the basement. Renzo made him in the blue basement and he is really a machine of BJJ....... lol

[@daviddugan6046]

incredible mindset.....

[@abc0530]

Mind blown 🤯. Gym to stage. Input gym simulation to stage,

[@andressitorus1865]

thats a great parable btw... ill teach this to my kids

[@MrKT410]

There was a video on KZbin where Chael makes the same speech to guys he is coaching. I assume he got it from danaher

[@DUARTE99]

This is brilliant!

[@ALiBi212x]

0:58 John Danaher blushes as he twiddles his thumbs together "I could tell you the story of, oh nevermind. It's a long story... you wouldn't have enough time for it... unless...."

[@Longshotblade]

Brilliant!

[@Hope-Truth-Light]

I remember the coach of the Dallas Cowboys doing this with his players once back in the Triplet days

[@bossman674]

Chael Sonnen used this exact same story on TUF. Great analogy.

[@morenodaniel93]

Brb...Moving from Ca to NYC to train under John

[@chickasawmike1319]

That is deep!

[@soggyrice02]

Fedor E. always had the same bearing - walk outs, stare downs, pre-fight start and during the midst of an intense match, his focus and “zen” never changed. The guy smashed quietly....

[@ryanholst463]

Amen

[@jesussotelo4775]

This man never ceases to blow my mind five ways in one.

[@SHNTRU]

Bro can you come back to Nz and run some seminars 🙏 BJJ in New Zealand is hardout popular

[@Jdizzledinh]

Chael Sonnen told this story on TUF a few years ago 🤔

[@marcelljackson6940]

I can see why Gordon achieved greatness

[@professorlarosa9323]

Incredible