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March 26, 2025 75 mins

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Today, Thomas and Rachel Nelson discuss her move to one of the most competition focused academies in the world, how her stubbornness and goal oriented mindset have helped her overcome obstacles, finding personal meaning in our journeys, and more.

Here is The RŌL Radio with a military veteran, Doctor of Philosophy, Atos Hq team member, and First Degree Black Belt, Rachel Nelson.


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Episode Highlights:

2:44 Switching to ATOS

7:01 Being the Biggest Pain In the Ass

12:12 Figuring Out How To Get Better

17:04 Rachel’s Martial Arts Journey

32:44 Stubbornness and Curiosity

42:51 Personal Meaning Within the Journey

56:57 The Parallels of Academia and Jiu-Jitsu

1:04:38 Accomplishments and New Goals

1:10:26 Who Inspires You

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