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Chris Matakas

"There is no concrete way to play Jiu Jitsu, and this is why so many different types of people find joy in it."

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"There is no concrete way to play Jiu Jitsu, and this is why so many different types of people find joy in it."

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"To know our values is to have a foundation on which to build a great life. Our environment and education will play a large part in influencing our formulation of this world view, but is ultimately ourselves that have the final say. We must decide what we value, and then live accordingly. After all, in the eyes of the world we could achieve great success, but if our actions do not coincide with what we ourselves truly deem worthy, we will find no peace."
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"Freedom from the thinking mind is our underlying goal for most of human activity."
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"When we honestly take stock of our ability, we are then granted the opportunity to improve our circumstance. Accessing where you stand is the only way to stand somewhere else."
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"The most meaningful endeavors are the ones that come without an end."
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"Anyone can be tough for a season. It takes a special kind of human to rise to life's challenges for a lifetime."
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"We must strive to become more daily. We must honestly assess our weaknesses and overcome them. We must work toward the highest possible version of ourselves. This is a worthy use of our time, but it is only when we do so with the ultimate aim of service to our fellow man that we really connect with something greater than ourselves. To contribute to the world in a positive way, this is the gift of life."
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