In the second part of this two-part episode, host Victor Cornejo interviews 2-time heavy-weight champion Cain Velásquez.
In This Episode:
00:00 The Love for Wrestling and MMA
06:43 Transitioning to MMA and Success in the UFC
18:29 The Joy of Winning and the Pressure of Being a Latino Athlete
29:19 Leaving the Fighting Career and Facing Mental Challenges in Jail
47:55 The Power of Non-Attachment and Finding Happiness Within
55:29 Practicing Gratitude and Appreciating the Little Things
01:01:20 Journey with Plant-Based Medicines: Marijuana and Ayahuasca
01:10:26 Tapping into the Authentic Self and Experiencing Unconditional Love
01:19:14 Letting Go, Acceptance, and Trust in the Higher Power
Resources:
The Universal Christ by Richard Rohr. https://tinyurl.com/2excyw95
The Kybalion. https://tinyurl.com/5ffk8xzb
Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndkrobQ81MU. All footage is property of UFC.
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