What the Medal Really Means, with Melissa Rene Lozano

Success has a formula. Since this fall we have been talking to guests about achieving mastery, and now Melissa Lozano echoes those same lessons from a completely different discipline: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. This world champion competitor brings her lessons from the ring so that you can apply them to your choir. [Subscribe on iTunes] [Subscribe on Android]   Highlight to Tweet: “Martial arts...defines who I am, the journey I’ve made through life, where I’m going, and the impact I want to have on people along the way.” -Melissa Lozano   “Most of us define ourselves by the few losses we’ve had throughout the day. But few of us define ourselves by the 100’s of little wins we’ve had.” -Melissa Lozano   “Don’t let yourself be a cheerleader at the expense of your honesty.” -Melissa Lozano   “Medals are fleeting, but experience isn’t.” -Melissa Lozano Show Notes: The young teenage girl is a largely ignored demographic. They are considered “flaky” and unreachable. But they are a demographic that needs to be reached. Overcommitted Access to a lot of media Huge amount of social pressure They are unprepared for what we expect them to be responsible for That skill can outmatch strength is an empowering realization. Training instills confidence How to avoid conflict Tuck your chin Square your posture Make eye contact Fake it ‘til you make it It’s hard to shake anyone who truly believes in their own abilities. Focus on the “inches.” Don’t worry about the impossible goal, break it into inches, and celebrate every little win. Talk yourself through each step. Your “inch” may not be a win that anyone else recognizes. You have to celebrate yourself. Take an honest look at your day: you have many more wins than losses. Competition is vital to keep you honest about your skills. Don’t let yourself be a cheerleader at the expense of your honesty. A medal means you had a great day. It’s wonderful, but fleeting. The real win is the experience you gain. Bio: Melissa Lozano is a World Champion in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Mother of 4, cancer survivor and studio owner. Her dedication to the martial arts has been a consistent motivating force in her life and has provided her with the passion and desire to assist others in their own journeys. As a studio owner, she's in a position to help others on their journey to healthier and more confident life styles. Due to the overwhelming need within our communities, Melissa has most recently designed a curriculum for Aggression Defense classes for young teen girls and is currently teaching them at her studio and as an elective to coursework at local private high schools. Resources/links Mentioned: M-Pow-R by Melissa Rene Lozano M-Pow-R on Facebook Choir Nation group on Facebook Email Patreon - Support the podcast! Sponsored by: Sight Reading Factory (Use promo code “NINJA” at checkout for 10 free student accounts!)     My Music Folders (Use promo code “NINJA” at checkout for “last column” or best pricing - usually reserved for bulk purchases only!)