Fighting Back – Lessons from Street Fights and Martial Arts with Stan Beck
I’m thrilled to share some incredible insights from my latest episode featuring the amazing Stan Beck. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this one!
🎙️ Episode Highlights:
- A Journey from New York to Jiu-Jitsu Mastery: Stan shares his fascinating background, growing up in Queens as a first-generation American with parents who were Holocaust survivors. His story is a testament to resilience and the power of martial arts in shaping one’s life.
- The Psychology of Fighting: Ever wondered what goes through a fighter’s mind? Stan delves into the psychology of fighting, explaining how fear, adrenaline, and the fight-or-flight response play crucial roles in both street fights and competitive matches.
- Parenting Lessons from the Mat: Stan’s unique approach to parenting, influenced by his own upbringing and martial arts training, emphasizes the importance of allowing children to think for themselves and fostering their independence.
- Building a Martial Arts Community: From training under Renzo Gracie to opening his own academy in Florida, Stan’s journey highlights the challenges and rewards of building a martial arts community from the ground up.
- Overcoming Personal and Professional Challenges: Stan’s candid discussion about his divorce, moving to Utah, and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for his kids is both inspiring and relatable.
🥋 Key Takeaways:
- Resilience and Adaptability: Stan’s life story is a powerful reminder that resilience and adaptability are key to overcoming life’s challenges.
- The Importance of Community: Whether it’s a martial arts academy or a supportive family environment, building a strong community is essential for personal growth and success.
- Teaching and Learning: Stan’s philosophy of teaching others to understand their vulnerabilities rather than just exploiting them is a valuable lesson for anyone in a mentorship role.
- Balancing Passion and Profession: Stan’s journey from a successful business owner to a dedicated martial arts instructor shows that it’s possible to balance passion with profession, even if it means making tough decisions along the way.
🎧 Ready to Listen?
Whether you’re a martial arts enthusiast or just someone looking for a dose of inspiration, Stan Beck’s story will leave you motivated and ready to tackle your own challenges.
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stanley beck
Martial art instructor, serial entrepreneur
I was born in June 19 70. In Queens, New York two immigrants from France. I have an older sister by two years and a half sister from my dad’s previous marriage who is 12 years older than me. I’ve had a love for martial arts and the Bushido code since I was a child. Started martial arts eight years old with a little judo, but got serious at 13 years old with karate after losing a fight by freezing up. Pretty much has been doing martial arts steadily since then. I’ve turned extensively in karate, boxing, jeer Koon do, and now Brazilian jiu-jitsu For 26 years. I owned to Jiu Jitsu Academy in Florida for 14 years. Sold them to my students and moved to Utah. I am divorced and have two children aged 14 and 19, but I take care of two weeks out of every month but luckily I get to see them every day. I left New York when I was 32 years old to start a new life with my fiancé and lived in Florida for 17 years before moving to Utah
