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January 15, 2025 113 mins

In this episode of Chokes and Consciousness, hosts Deja and Michaela discuss their experiences during a week of snow days, the importance of community engagement with their listeners, and share personal anecdotes about cooking chili and the challenges of food safety. They reflect on childhood memories of snow and sledding while diving into the risks associated with skateboarding, highlighting how perspectives change from childhood to adulthood. In this conversation, Michaela and Deja reflect on their childhood experiences with winter activities, discussing the lessons learned from accidents and the nostalgia of playing in the snow. They share their thoughts on how their perspectives on winter activities have changed as adults, including the challenges of extreme cold experienced in Minnesota. The conversation transitions into a discussion about discipline versus motivation, exploring how these concepts relate to personal growth and freedom. In this segment, Michaela and Deja discuss upcoming UFC fights, analyze coaching ethics in the sport, and highlight local events in the community. They also delve into the newly established Global Fight League, exploring its potential impact on the combat sports landscape and fighter compensation. In this conversation, Deja and Michaela explore the themes of discipline versus motivation, the evolving landscape of sports, and the importance of personal growth. They discuss the financial aspects of sports, the emergence of new leagues, and the significance of setting goals. The dialogue emphasizes the need for discipline in achieving long-term success and the role of mindfulness in maintaining motivation. The episode concludes with a Zen talk on how discipline can lead to a sense of freedom and fulfillment.

Chapters: 

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 05:55 Snow Days: Reflections and Experiences 11:55 Chili Chronicles: Cooking and Food Safety 17:04 Childhood Memories of Snow and Sledding 22:59 Skateboarding: Risks and Reflections 32:55 Experiences of Extreme Cold and Snow in Minnesota 45:20 Discipline vs. Motivation: A Path to Freedom 55:50 UFC Controversies and Coaching Ethics 01:04:50 The Global Fight League: A New Era in Combat Sports 01:18:12 The Value of Sports and Entertainment 01:30:47 Finding Your Own Discipline 01:38:26 The Role of Goals in Discipline 01:44:00 Zen Talk: Discipline as a Path to Freedom

 

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