Joe Rogan on Why He Started Doing Martial Arts

Joe Rogan on why people should take up martial arts.
Taken from Joe Rogan Experience #1141:
• Joe Rogan Experience #...

[@ThePatrykolus]

4:25 "If someone gives me a hard time, I want to be the one who can decide whether or not this gets violent or who gets hurt" gold

[@karhunt4014]

"have you ever had a dream were you..."

[@BreezeLeg-mo4jh]

Yep, all martial arts is about options.

[@apuuvah]

Fact.

[@scottrackley4457]

@@BreezeLeg-mo4jh I like that definition

[@omaremad2875]

this a wish of every single life

[@w.dieterich7077]

Joe “my school was good, but someone on there was charged with murder” Rogan

[@bailey7095]

Joe "and i knew him" Rogan

[@henriqueberbigier8130]

Joe "wow" Rogan

[@thrashedd]

Joe "Joe Rogan" Rogan

[@mkt106]

Rogan "TMD and KLE" Joe

[@karhunt4014]

Joey "Joe Rogan" Diaz

[@user-rb2xl3xr4u]

I was sparring the owner of my Muay Thai gym earlier. Managed to land a kick to his side which knocked him down. He was on the ground with a massive smile on his face saying he's happy to see I've improved. Martial arts are great. Also I'm a former bully victim who learned boxing when I was 17 and haven't dealt with bullies since (I'm now 29).

[@Jordan-th3pr]

The student has become the master. Well done.

[@Kurostyle21]

Bullies are more of a elementary or high school thing. I'm actually surprised if you had bullies still past 17 years of age. Most guys are naturally so strong or vengeful when they grow up bullying would escalate to really nasty dangerous shit.

[@elcabezon2222]

OSU!

[@santiagosegovia8756]

I’m almost never bullied I’m in high school but I’m on the wrestling team know boxing and Muay Thai n most people know that I know how fight

[@alivm2531]

You are nuts continue💪

[@antisellout6547]

The kid that bullied you made you the millionaire you are today

[@ecom300]

@@lean.2366 nah he's a millionaire in the US

[@dakotareeves9452]

Hes the real MVP

[@jackturner4237]

lean. Are you dumb

[@pacific570]

lean. He’s makes a few millions actually

[@MovieMuscle]

Joe’s net worth is around 25 million. Making him a millionaire from America to Zimbabwe.

[@waedjradi]

The guy being interviewed; you can tell he's cool, chill guy.

[@chadam2010]

Thats Theo Von he is hilarious

[@InnerLeader]

I respect how he is openly vulnerable enough to share that he has moments of anxiety and doubting his self-worth. True signs of strength right there.

[@Ev1LAngeLXIII]

Doesn't take himself seriously - Theo Von

[@dylanhernandez3131]

Theo used to sell hamps and g pigs

[@nuclearlefthook5008]

it's a podcast. Not an interview.

[@shaqr0541]

Plot twist: the bully was Jamie

[@tbag2786]

🤣🤣🤣

[@conr.3624]

😭

[@anthonyy_vivid5438]

Jamie was jacked

[@330amfm]

😂

[@Brian-oo6fm]

Plot Twist: it was Uncle Joey

[@Tolmalion]

Just learn some martial art, do some psychedelics and if you make it through, you will be a better person. Joe Rogan in a nutshell.

[@spooky0.068]

It all comes from knowing yourself. Martial arts teach confidence in your ability and a mindset where you understand your surroundings, mushrooms bring you an understanding of your deeper self.

[@spooky0.068]

@mark d I want to do ayahuasca so bad; if I can even get my hands on psyches then its lsd/shrooms. My largest of both has been 1, 4 tabs of 105ug and 2, about a quarter ounce of mushrooms. 2 crazy, perspective altering experiences. Total vulnerability of the mind and body, followed by total ego death. Learning who was, who I really was through the looking glass of my phsylosibe companion, changed me. I'm looking forward to doing more, especially DMT, I think I'll have to go out to BC to find any.

[@aerdwolram3938]

Sounds pretty solid.

[@unclejunobodylikesju422]

Tolmalion it does work

[@captainsuperfreak1607]

I mean you got to admit its a more fun method than most self help books

[@bbraat]

Joe is inspirational to us men.

[@page76metalcraft19]

bbraat ...actually he is a piece of shit

[@JPM2k22]

Fear Factor.

[@VinylUnboxings]

@Stefan Kovacevic too heterosexual to look up to someone?

[@menguy3116]

A racial white man

[@kR-qj7rw]

Joe is stoners oprah

[@WrecklessEating]

I run a lot for similar reasons. You gotta find what makes you feel good about yourself.

[@ongobongo8333]

WrecklessEating bitch youre either running or playing 4loko pong, it can't be both lol

[@erikhanger6491]

Run Forest.

[@James-xv8xv]

coward

[@firdaus125]

trying to figure out which one is the runner in that group, probably the Fred Durst wannabe

[@TheTinyTimmyTimTim]

Yep, but it's important to remember you have value outside of that. I love to weight-lift and train, but it started to become all I thought about and took up a large part of my personality and conversations with friends. That can be just as damaging as having no self-esteem, in my opinion at least. I think we should be striving to be as balanced as possible, and not heavily using one thing as a crutch or just dangling our feet over one side of the scale.

[@rpaulbeck]

100 % on point thank you Joe. I took up MMA three years ago at age 57. Best thing I ever did. My only regret is didnt do it 40 years ago

[@simonoconor8149]

Wow man 57, you're a good example to anyone with the 'too old to start' excuse. I bet no one kicks sand in your face.

[@rpaulbeck]

Thank you. I am working towards a Black Gi this year In MMA and Kin Bushi Ryu then onto hopefully a black belt year end.

[@emittlame8095]

Yo, don't think like that. You started and that's what matters.

[@josh_7569]

At least you won't regret not doing it 41 years ago!

[@stewmeat9261]

Cheers. 50 y.o here just started 3 months ago. 1st red stripe and excited to learn more every session. I wish the same. Waited to long. But I'm stronger and more confident without a doubt.

[@bend4335]

Martial arts definitely changed my life. I still deal with anxiety to this day from time to time but when I’m at Muay Thai 5 times a week it definitely helps a lot

[@bend4335]

But if I’m not there at least 3 times a week, I’m definitely more stressed

[@bulgarianenglishpropertytr3555]

combat sports are too rough for me. I just do gym/running/soccer -

[@bend4335]

Hipoint there’s guys like that at many gyms, I’ve had that experience. Personally just stay away from them and spar respectful and nice people that understand what level you’re at and I promise you’ll have a great experience

[@bulgarianenglishpropertytr3555]

good points man. running is a great exercise you literally working your entire body. add in a fast run to get your heart pumping will bring cardiovascular benefits of increased lung capacity. if there is a hill near you great - do sprints up them - make sure to stretch well before doing so to ensure you don't pull any muscles. do this along with weight/muscle excersies for upper body such as chest/neck/shoulder/arms

[@stevenhinojosa4820]

I just started boxing jiujitsu and wrestling and it definitely makes me feel more secure takes a lot of stress away too

[@jonathandavies6862]

Joe Rogan: "it's a giant confidence boost to do something difficult and know you can get better at it." Have been applying this to my life and lifestyle choices recently. Excellent advice

[@SelimxBradley]

This is why, if I ever have kids, I am going to enlist them in some sort of martial arts when they are young. I think it will help them to respect themselves and others and become more confident as a human being.

[@simonoconor8149]

Great advice man, if every boy learned how to fight there would be less fights and less bullying.

[@sheadoherty7434]

@LR dZ Sorry but that made me laugh. There's the "shame of the family" stuff followed by "no internet". 😂

[@theexplorer7139]

@@simonoconor8149 This. That was goldmine of what Joe said.

[@holdenkimura5034]

They have to enjoy it though, I’ve seen too many really outstanding young martial artists quit when they turn 13 because they’re burnt out and never had a choice in it. Just my experience.

[@1Flyingfist]

@@simonoconor8149 No.... Teaching your kids about consequences and the difference between right and wrong, is more important. My brother and I both learned karate when we were kids. Some guy tried to bully him, so he kingeri'd him in the bollox 🙄. Kids learning martial arts, just gives them a false sense of security. I think it's a good idea, but they still need normal guidance.

[@hdmairbf]

Martial arts were the most instrumental tool in my life that enabled me to be unafraid. Unafraid of anything. Everybody who has security, or confidence problems needs to train in martial arts.

[@Sexyrexy2012]

which martial art would you recommend?

[@driz5914]

William Adair when did u start ?

[@robran53]

This is why I continue to watch Joe Rogan. Priceless advice and story-telling !

[@JeffRyan_88keys]

Agreed! If you don't like Joe Rogan, you're not human.

[@Davvids95]

I’m starting martial arts at 27 because of joe, inspiring

[@lordemperortrump1378]

Matt Serra vs drunk guy 2 for UFC 226. Make it happen Dana.

[@gggnarly]

Lord Emperor Trump lol

[@krylesangerbeaver]

Matt Serra AND drunk guy vs Artem with 1 hand tied behind his back.

[@barebasics]

Drunk guy would pull out

[@zechs3]

Lord Emperor Trump that just happened.

[@theItalianshamrock]

Title fight potential right there

[@jaychapter]

I cried watching this. I can relate to being bullied and martial arts really helped me be more confident. Great for the whole family!!!

[@norikofu509]

You are stronger that you ever could imagine

[@kc1973able]

I took up Thai Boxing back home in England when i was 15 years old in 1988. I did it for 5 years and it was one of the best i did at a young age. I lifted weights two years before that but getting involved in Thai Boxing was the best. I went on to Box in the Army for a Short while after as i had low self esteem as a kid and i got picked on at a very young age. I would say to anyone no matter what you early back ground is that Martial Arts or Combat sports is very good for Self Preservation .

[@simonoconor8149]

Good advice man, thanks.

[@Bolognabeef]

Never lift weights while you're a teenager especially early teens. You'll increase your testosterone and this will message your body that puberty is in advanced state and to stop your skeletal growth

[@kc1973able]

@@Bolognabeef lol you may have a point there I grew to 5ft 10 inches and I’m now more or less bold with zero hair but I’ve kept my muscle at 50 I’m still dense with good muscle and I go to the gym three times per week and walk everyday with my dogs. I don’t do any martial arts or combat sports no more. All the best 👍

[@andrecolbert7821]

I was bullied for a year or so, until I hit the bully across the bridge of the nose with a Pepsi bottle...his blood gave me power. FACTS

[@andrecolbert7821]

Glass bottle

[@Michael-st9ky]

Then the teachers ask why you didn’t go to someone to complain. Ha like students listen to teachers

[@danielishere734]

prefer Coke

[@turtlemaster7697]

Pepsi mans origin story

[@MichaelOberther]

Wierd how beating a bully changes things for the better. I was bullied for a about a year. Sucked

[@fezario]

I’m in my 40’s and I still suffer from what they did to me when I was in my teens. It’s like a wall you will never overcome. My son will never feel this way, I will make sure of it

[@Outplayedqt]

I suffer from tremendous anxiety with roots in the lack of self-confidence. What I can’t figure out is the connection to my childhood though. Although my father divorced my mom when I was a year old my mom, by all accounts and my observations, has done not only the most she could have done in that situation, but she nurtured me so well over the years. No physical or emotional abuse when I was growing up, yet I feel like an immature manchild most of the time. I’m 25, have a master’s, have a decent job, yet I find it incredibly hard to talk to women (especially since I had to wean off benzos that I picked up in grad school) and find myself playing video games as a shitty form of self-actualization. I know nobody gives a fuck if I place in the top .01% PvP ladder in WoW. I know many more people would give a fuck if I decided to more aggressively climb the ranks in my career. Anyway, I credit Rogan for helping me enroll in a BJJ studio just last month. It’s been doing wonders for normalizing my energy levels but I’m still socially awkward and anxious af. Hoping this just goes away with time.

[@carlynielsen2343]

Outplayedx you'll be alright. Time takes care of all things.

[@ashutan2130]

nobody cares where you rank in WoW but, the thing is to do it for its own sake. Better to focus on your job more, sure, but if that's to make "more people give a fuck" that's a bad reason to work more hours. Even if it's not playing games, putting time into anything is all for its own sake, you don't gain anything but doing the thing. (Good for doing BJJ though, martial arts are a fine way to spend good time.)

[@Outplayedqt]

Ash Fooly Thanks for sharing I appreciate your input. You’re totally spot on. Trying to please people has been one of the worst core traits of my personality all my life. I know that “successful people cant achieve success without enemies” or however that butchered idiom goes, and other than reading The Game in high school and attempting to get rejected by women everyday (that lasted 2 weeks before I dropped that lol), I’m not sure what I else I could reasonably do to reduce this daily symptom that rears it’s head in p much every single social situation I’m in. Like many, I experimented with drugs in college and stimulants, by far, helped me the most in this regard. Although I haven’t touched them in years by this point, it’s disheartening to see that I’m unable to mimic that headspace when sober. I guess it’s particularly harsh because it gave me an “idea” of WHAT I could be and my potential, so being all the more far away from it, I think, makes it particularly harder to bear. I know that I simply can’t compare my sober self to to another time when I was on strong drugs, but where others have logged their strengths and weaknesses by my age and learn to capitalize on their strengths and base their career off that, I’m still trying to chase that damn Tony Robbins dragon because I’d feel like a failure and that I’ve surrendered to a life of complacency should I learn to come to terms with and accept my faults. When I was 18, I thought I’d be less worried and put-together when I was 21. 21 came and went, and I thought that by 24, I’d ACTUALLY get my shit together. Now I’m 25 and I feel more lost than I’ve ever been in my life. And I hate reading what I just wrote. Sounds like a bunch of immature whining with way too much emotional investment. Fuck. I always criticize myself without praising whatever few strengths I have and I’m just tired as fuck at this point. I appreciate the comment above yours about time healing things, but I can’t say that makes me feel better. All I know is the years are passing by way too fast.

[@Outplayedqt]

fewhavestrength yeah that’s possible

[@codyoverton447]

Same dude I started Muay Thai because of Joes advice. First time I’d been that excited about something since I was a kid. I feel awkward in the gym still personally, I either feel like I look like I think I know what I’m doing but obviously don’t or that I’m taking it way too seriously. Maybe I look psychotic I don’t know

[@codinginflow]

I started BJJ 9 months ago at 31 and it made me much more relaxed and less anxious in social situations. It's just comforting when you how it feels when a 90kg person is wrestling you and that you got some techniques to get them off of you.

[@CJLabay1]

Is your anxiety based on the fear of having to fight someone or more general?

[@codinginflow]

​@@CJLabay1 Just general social anxiety but this kind of stuff definitely helps

[@austiny6539]

This video hit home for me. I was bullied as a kid and beaten up a few times and Joe rogan was one of my inspirations for starting Muay Thai, wrestling, and bjj. Thanks to this man for being a big inspiration for me

[@GerryTheProdigy]

That paralyzing fear is what happens to me every time I’m around conflict. I hate it, it makes me feel like less of a man and is to this day my biggest insecurity. So I needed to hear this.

[@fijiunlimited4503]

You got this.

[@GerryTheProdigy]

Fiji Unlimited thank you man

[@segatas]

Go to a martial art who includes an intense sparring, for example Kickboxing.

[@cahzinarx904]

I used to have this but learning how to fight makes it go away. It helps if you were also fprced to dight and find out you actually enjoy it like I did. Fighting is the ultimate release of adrenaline. And it is 1 of the best feelinfs I have ever felt. Granted i was winning the fight in a dominating fassion but I founf my love for fighting through being forced to fight some alcoholic bigger than me.

[@HankPHarris]

I used to get bullied all the time because I look really skinny and I was tired of it so my step dad told me I should join wrestling so I did it! It’s only been a few months but I’m addicted to it, I work out every morning and do wrestling at school and after school and I haven’t felt this good ever in my life. I have confidence I know what it means to work hard and now I’m not scared if someone were to pick on me!

[@oblivionnpc8688]

Learning a martial art is the best thing a man can do for himself. What some people forget, it’s more than breaking bones and choking people out. It’s more than that, it’s about becoming the best version of you, you can possibly be. Not only will the training prepare you for a fight should you need to defend yourself, but the confidence and mental fortitude to know when enough is enough. The confidence to stop fights from beginning altogether

[@JamesPerrone-qq1ph]

I'm sorry I put you in a headlock 30 years ago, Joe.

[@tjcogger1974]

JumpSpeed Joe would have been 20. He was a master of taekwondo and kickboxing by then.

[@JamesPerrone-qq1ph]

Thomas Cogger so was i

[@gccgcc8426]

Did u really? If so that’s pretty lit.

[@JamesPerrone-qq1ph]

GCC GCC fudge yeah I did. I had that little mug in a death grip, he's lucky I didn't jam a hot poker up his ass.

[@crocopde]

@JumpSpeed you probably the most significant person that ever live for Joe Rogan.

[@hazemismail3010]

The way Theo said “really?!” when joe said “I was scared of this one kid” 😂😂

[@don-hc8se]

He thought presently joe is scared of a kid😂

[@CamberRockerCamber]

Martial arts is a huge confidence booster. I'd recommend everyone to do it.

[@David-nk7gh]

Mixed martial arts should be a tutorial lesson in all schools

[@prestongibis5751]

Except to the people that bully other people

[@josh_7569]

You think schools want that type of lawsuit to worry about and where could you find an instructor for each school?

[@haltdieklappe7972]

No. Because then people who are assholes will use that skill to bully

[@alexbroetto974]

lmao no

[@Awesomeness-fh4qy]

My school does it for all phys Ed classes and we have a local bjj instructor come by for a week. He teaches us basic take downs and basic kickboxing and in older grades submissions. No one really takes it seriously but i don’t mind it’s a chance for me to practice the basics.

[@suaveyoung860]

Theo is one of the best guests. Always click when he’s on.

[@labbooskil5967]

It's awesome that this resource is available to kids today. Hearing shit like this when I was a teenager would of saved me some serious anxiety and lots of wasted years. 👍🏻

[@FR-ty5vn]

Beautifully explained, Joe Rogan!!! I got into martial arts for the same reasons after being unable to avoid violence, seemed to follow me around. Been doing various martial arts since 1987.

[@TasosZagos]

That bullying was my story too. Felt weak and humiliates in front of everyone. Then from fat 14year old to kickboxing, training, boxing, youtube fitness channel etc.

[@TolkienBoutLOTR]

Nice one 💪🏻

[@bensonputhethu5918]

Thank you Joe Rogan for this, because of you I have decided to learn Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, I truly relate with what you are saying, and I also think every young man should learn to fight, not to create fights, but to protect yourself from uncomfortable situations.

[@fluffyfeetbmf]

I got into Jiujitsu because of Joe Rogan. I can never be able to thank him enough for getting me into Jiujitsu. I go to class four times a week, and it’s become my life. Thank you so much Joe.

[@billyclub56]

Gotta appreciate Joe’s honesty! I’ve way over compensated on a few things in my life. One ass kickin can turn into Years of training!! Thank you ‘bully’ in 7th grade

[@Lance-Dillinger]

You can't help but admire the dudes honesty and guts to be real about his insecurities,and issues with confidence. The fact that he's able to do that shows he's not as insecure and afraid as he thinks. That's someone who u can work with. Love joe rogan not just because he's funny but his personal insite and critical thinking . He's not just book smart like some people who the only thing they have to offer is equations ,numbers and statistics that they read in a book...

[@phacelesshero]

Theo should be a cohost. Amazing chemistry, great conversations, very different points of view.

[@nicolamassarini8413]

My story isn’t exactly the same as the one of Joe Rogan, but I can say that I got to martial arts because this kid inspired me and I just appreciated a lot what he was doing, later on he became a bully, someone I could not trust, but yet, I am so thankful that destiny made me meet that guy to introduce me to combat sports. I can say love for martial arts surpasses fear.

[@cynicalbastard6787]

I was bullied from elementary all the way through highschool. It stays in my brain and replays in my nightmares.

[@rl1800]

same here bro. Repetitive intrusive thoughts are a nightmare.

[@smashleyscott8272]

cynical bastard ... time to let go of the past. Move on, find peace.

[@EzoroViden]

Society supports bullying. I’ve always been one to fight back and I have an assault and battery charge. The bitch that tried to act hard on me was seen as the victim😂 but one of the reasons kids don’t stand up for themselves is because the one that stands up for themselves usually gets into trouble like the video with Matt Serra the guard was lightweight blaming it on Serra. Another reason is parents. Most parents today are soft and naive especially the ones that say treat people good and they will treat you good back. That’s like swimming with crocs and expecting not to be eaten because you didn’t eat the croc. At the end of the day it’s kill or be killed

[@warriorv9359]

cynical bastard me too

[@claymac7895]

Start training man. It will absolutely change your life and your mind. It’s easy, there’s beginner classes all over the place.

[@claytonweyl4135]

"Difficult things WILL make you nervous." That hits close to home right now.

[@petergriffin4629]

I am born in 97, so not as strange of times as kids born in 07 or later but, it was allready a lot like today. Back when I was in primary school my dad told me one thing, if somebody bullies you, beat him up. That was allready an outragous thing to say at that time. So I did exactly that, I was very good in school, so the "cool dudes" wanted to sort of push me into the nerd corner. Well I beat them up and we became friends later. But one thing I will remember is, my teacher at that time, was a rather old lady, she went into retirement shortly after. When she asked me why I beat them up, I told her they had bullied me and that my dad told me to do so. She accepted that and I got a minor punishement. A year later when something similar happened and I head to report to my teacher, a yound man, he absolutely went up the roof. Violence is part of human interaction, people who don't understand and accept that have just as dum as those who think it's the only means to get what you want.

[@aphone2511]

Mine told me the same thing

[@badxradxandy]

Violence works

[@905legends]

I took up MMA back in the day for a self defense, never realizing how much it would consume me it became more then that. I met great people, I touched on a philosophy of life through jiu jitsu, I can defend myself without being afraid, and essentially it's become one of my favorable activities. I started with kickboxing, then got into boxing and then BJJ and then some judo. The journey has been real my friends.

[@ojcarre2432]

thanks bro Im going to start soon

[@tommyg.4173]

Theo would be a great training partner . He has the mentality of a great human being with a sense of humility which I feel is one of the most important traits to have when going into JJ. I would love to see him get into it and follow his progression 🤙

[@Chad_Cave]

This might be the single best message JRE has ever put out. Theo was just the icing on the cake and should DEF try a beginner class of ANYTHING. Bonds are both easy and not easy to form. Army vet and former paratrooper here so this clip really hits home.

[@mastertromosg3853]

Love Joe's talk show its helped me get though the boredom of lockdown. Joe your extremely inspiring and intelligent and id like to meet you some day.

[@biterface03]

The First 40 Seconds Of This Video Were So Important & Relatable, I Feel It Tremendously.

[@aqdjbcr]

I started training for the same reason. I was a big fan of joe and mma and when I was in college some guy pulled a knife on me while I was on a date (didn’t threaten me but pulled a knife closer than I’m comfortable). I remembered joe talking about this and I started training. Now 3 years later I’m happy for that helpless feeling that day.

[@clarksonreptiles6637]

Awesome clip. Just finished class #14 of BJJ. It's amazingly transformative.

[@travalicious128]

Getting in the better stage of BJJ as a white belt on my 4th 5th month..this stuff definitely helps me get to class. Thanks Joe!

[@tullebukk6522]

Inspirational, and made me reflect on my own childhood experiences and their impact.

[@deathstarresident]

Muay Thai changed my life. I was depressed with temper problems, I was unmotivated, going through a break up and on top of that addicted to pot. Thanks to my trainer and training partners, they helped realize my self worth, made me believe in myself, physical strength soon translated to mental fortitude. Today I’m engaged to the most amazing person, run my own successful business and haven’t lost my temper in 3 years. I shall never stop practicing in my life, as long as I can move a limb I will train. I wish I could tell my trainer and training partners how grateful I am.

[@Cdurham0708]

This is by far the best clip of his podcasts. Everybody should hear this

[@ashtonhashbrown6155]

I couldn't relate more to the first conversation. The helplessness I felt as a child and feel now as a 15 year old.

[@kgabonkosi8789]

I love how Ju Jitsu fighters refer to it as an art, because it truly is. Fighting in general, is art

[@PunkHippie1971]

The first time I elbowed a kid in the face it solved my bullying issues physically but the psychological bullying never ended. Martial arts is liberating both mentally and physically.

[@terrsham5607]

That was an eye opener, and a shock to the system - my system - I became a bit crazy through my life because of something like Joe described. Well, not just one thing, a few things...a lot of things. I'm regretful of my lack of choice in myself back then. Defining moments in one's life make the man.

[@dadbodfitness9704]

I started training when I was 6 and I remember walking in to the class for the first time and it changed everything about my life for the better I felt like I could become better and be a confident person

[@SaabStory636]

I wrestled my senior year and I was always a guy who kinda made fun of it and I respect it a lot now, wrestlers are some of the craziest, toughest guys I’ve ever met

[@Pcperoni]

Joe Rogan. Is such a cool guy. Could listen to him all day.

[@kurisu355]

I remember those days. Got builled alot and called little all my life had my dad step out on me feeling like the smallest thingin the world. Got into martial arts and improving my body felt like i couldn't crush the meanest people. Martial arts made my life feel ok.

[@Rappingskuttle]

When I started mma I was 16 bc of bullying - 3 years later now at 19 I feel confident . Anxious at times but deff helps being at the gym everyday

[@CesarGarcia-tl7eh]

I’ve been doing BJJ for almost a month now and the camaraderie is one of my favorite things about it

[@JT-ho6rp]

This is the reason I'm thinking about doing MMA and boxing. That feeling of utter helplessness when I was bullied in high school still haunts me man.

[@TolkienBoutLOTR]

Do it man, I had similar experiences but I’ve been doing Muay Thai for 3 months now and I love it, given me so much more confidence.

[@martinmuldoon8166]

Thanks Joe.. Awesome discussion and perspective.

[@abadialsharif8537]

One of the best motivations on youtube.

[@buzby303]

Psychologically trauma (when you a child especially) has a huge impact on oneself for the remaining of our lives even if we don’t acknowledge it. Learning martial arts helps channel that resentment, anger, upset etc Its not all about the ability to be confident in a fight Total agree with J.R in saying Every child should learn martial arts the world Would be a better place 🙏🏼

[@danielmchenry1000]

never in the history of mankind has anyone calmed down by being told to "CALM DOWN"!.

[@nardoumizaki3086]

If they did calm down thats just a front that person is putting up to hide their emotion

[@fishisnotfishfish2267]

Thank you joe this really brought some clarity. Hope I can learn this stuff and Just handle the situation In a good way.

[@BGD940]

Learning fighting was the best decision i ever made. As Joe said if you dont know how to fight the fear that you get from anticipating a fight is Huge. Now i dont fear anything or anyone

[@nightsphenom7122]

I’ve had people act tough against me through elementary, middle school and high school but when I got into boxing, that all changed. Nobody ever bothered me after that

[@eduardoherrera796]

I would like to learn a martial art just as a hobby

[@emmanuelawosusi2365]

Nice

[@jadentaylor7384]

I love how humble joe is

[@jmg1691]

Jiu-jitsu & boxing have really changed my life. I wanna start using my legs more but I have a messed up groin. Hopefully by the end of this year it heals and I can start learning Muay Thai & taekwondo. Trust me guys, learning martial arts is a life changer.

[@kaustubhbayaskar1504]

The kid from locker room was Dana white. Kidding total respect Joe for talking about bullying and it should stop completely

[@flapjack6495]

joe "my buddy killed someone" rogan

[@jesiahosorio7747]

Watching JRE is/was the defining moment in my high school life

[@XxEVORxX]

Listening to this made me realize things about myself wow thanks joe

[@moss8045]

I am happy that I learned to find inner peace. I just don't want to react with violence to violence. I never was afraid of getting hurt. I would go berserk, I would throw punches and kicks until I was beaten unconcious, won, or collapsed from exhaustion. Martial Art taught me to control my inner hatred and to channel my love for combat and glory through combat, into just wishing to find an equal. I could never hurt anyone weaker than me, equal to me, stronger than me. I, now, just want both parties to be unharmed and go their seperate ways. Any martial Art is a powerful tool to teach you composure, self-confidence and control. I would never hit someone weaker with full force. I broke a girls rip by huggin her. I never want to inflict that level of pain and misery onto someone else. I am convinced that Martial Arts make you a more confident, happy and well-rounded person. Addition: I apologize for any spelling, or grammar mistakes. English is not my first language.

[@HomicideHenry]

The physical training, even at the most basic level, is mentally and emotionally fulfilling... It reminds me of Christopher Reeves in preparation for the role of Superman in 1978... He said (to this effect), "Because I feel stronger than I was going into this, now I have the confidence to play this role convincingly because I feel the part."

[@itscork]

But he’s dead now.

[@paulofurtado4925]

that last bit hit home hard

[@bartzed4305]

can relate, caused quite a bit of trouble back in the primary school, sent one kid to a hospital, then my parents signed me up for Judo classes, been avoiding fights ever since

[@diljitjedi]

I was bullied from the age of 6 all the way to the age of 16 when I left school even my family bullied me I went to work I got bullied at work I had low esteem thought I was worthless because my family made me feel worthless bullies made me feel worthless then I had children people still bullied me one day I was watching kickboxer with Van Damme at the age of 29 i started martial arts a month later in 3 years of constant training kickboxing wing chun weight training I became a monster I went back and beat the f****** s*** out of all of my bullies I found them even the bastard at school and family members and work colleagues it took me 2 years I ameliorated them publicly the lesson I learnt train hard fight easy see sometimes a bully needs a good smack PS I am 53 years old still kicking ass and taking numbers if I have to keep up the good work Joe and thank you Mr Van Damme🐺

[@jessebarnes4389]

Attaboy

[@jjdbzfan18]

Man it’s crazy how similar people’s life are. I got into boxing kinda the same way plus having an older brother I had to consistently scrap with I knew I needed to learn how to defend myself. Also the confidence issues I’m steal dealing with but, sports specifically combat sports helped me with that. Anyone who has any issues I seriously recommend a combat sport. 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@AR-tt3dh]

This is gold man

The last point made by Joe's guest was very important. When a young man doesn't have someone to go to when bullying occurs it can send him into a spiral of self-hatred and depression. A young boy doesn't know how to process those feelings of fear, and humiliation. I grew up in Oakland, California and I was basically invisible in school. The difference between me and Joe is the bullying occurred throughout my childhood. The worst time was in middle school and I can remember feeling very depressed (didn't realize it till I got older) and if I wasn't so clueless about suicide I probably would have taken my own life. Before I decided to learn Karate (then later Judo, Boxing, Jiujitsu) I suffered more frequent and severe episodes of bullying. Martial Arts changed my life, or I should say saved my life. And Joe was right, that bullying shit stays with you for life no matter how important you've become, who you married, how much money you make, or badass you've become. Living in the past is not healthy, but I can't help going back to those memories over and over. I think it's brought out sociopathic behavior like increased aggressiveness, and I'm almost void of empathy. It's been a struggle to fit in as a result. There is a price.

[@gabrielortiz665]

Joe-Preach on brotha! Love ya.....

[@unicorntears6179]

Man I work in retail and I deal with all types of assholes and weirdos. I think getting into a combat sport will help me with my anxiety and boost my confidence.

[@simonoconor8149]

Definitely man, I'm thinking of doing the same thing.

[@hunterholistichealth]

I think Theo describes the legit inner voice most of us hear.

[@amirrezahamidyan]

Yeah him and Santino

[@screamtheguy6425]

Learned wing chun for 6 months + casually once a week back 9 years ago. This cocky 6'1" 13 year old guy at our school thought he could take me, but it wasn't an all-out scrap it was a fight at light sparring intensity because he didn't want to get hurt. I didn't want to trigger him into swinging like an ape so I just kept it light. I really was not good then, all I really did was "control the centerline" and I rushed through him the chain punches that I drilled. I overwhelmed him and his head fell on to a vertical surface. I asked if he were okay, he replied that he was fine but out of frustration he used most of his strength to shove me back really hard. I was caught surprised and didn't have a good stance then so I flew backwards. He asked that I went again but i kept winning. This guy ended this weird ego exchange by saying that I was not bad, but if he used grappling he would have destroyed me. "But why didn't you do a takedown?" I wondered in my mind but I didn't want to argue with this idiot so I just said 'sure'. 9 years later, I am still doing wing chun and man I could have sent him to the shadowverse with my current skills

[@jalenmiller6120]

Damn Joe's point at the beginning is tremendous.

[@henryde771]

I do boxing and I love it and I played soccer my whole life so my foot work is pretty good.

[@darthvader4339]

My life was shit and I felt so sorry for myself for a while but I took up martial arts cause my dad noticed I was in a shithole and I said sure cause I was so bored all day and didn’t have much going for me. I took up Thai boxing and Jiu Jitsu and I loved it, plus Thai boxing came easy as I did Karate pretty well when I was 8. Now I got my life together and my grades in HS are good and I’m training harder so I can compete in Thai Boxing one day 💪

[@GrindSzn7]

Love this. Congrats on the grades and hope you are still doing well. Bless.

[@javierlopez._]

How long have you been doing it and how old are you?

[@greenberret60]

Dear Joe! Thank you for all the insight as always. Just need small favour! can you please advise on how to manage basic self defense training and muscle development side by side? I am 34 going 35 and have been in hypertrophy sports for 7 years now. Appreciate your work and words alot. Cheers!

[@carsonyoung9188]

I really do love your vids and enjoy you a lot joe

[@EzoroViden]

Society supports bullying. I’ve always been one to fight back and I have an assault and battery charge. People need to just not fear the law or fear society or fear losing a fight. Go down a warrior rather than a coward, kill or be killed. Parents should not raise there kids to be victims, I hate when you all say treat people good and they will treat you good back. That’s like going to a lion and not expecting to be eaten cause you don’t want to eat the lion.

[@MrJohncastillo1]

Beef Cake: You should treat people nicely though, unless the person is being a prick to you.

[@andir8119]

Beef Cake No, bullying supports society.

[@mariosmatzoros3553]

@noobenstein What? The richest people on earth (Jeff bezos , Bill gates, Mark Zuckerberg ect.)have been bullied. If anything most successful people were victims of bullying.

[@nicholasreando1617]

I came home with a black eye one day in the 4th grade. My parents got me involved in Karate right away, then I went onto Tae Kwon Do & found a love & passion in Boxing. Those were the days

[@Michael-st9ky]

Nicholas Reando now you go home with a black eye for fun!

[@gazelle510]

Nice to hear! Cheers mate!

[@stephenmac23]

this was very inspiring, thank u joe

[@Vincent12]

I’m not sure who this guy was but I really liked him. He seemed very open and honest.