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Dude no. You got the art of war wrong. The art of war is winning without fighting. You never read the book if you think it's just victory. The art of war talks of capturing armys whole. It's better not destroy a country.
@@MastemaJack It is certainly his main point, but it isn't what the whole book is about, for sure. Thats why whole chapters of it are literally about warfare.
I absolutely love Sandhagen win or lose, that quote "Aljo had to retreat, TJ's Village is still on fire and now I am one of the guys who can take the land" is underrated.
"Aljo had to retreat" meaning Aljo took the easy way out with the Knee and holding up the division. "TJ's Village is still on fire" meaning Cory's "Attack" on TJ still has lingering damage. And for the last part I think it's the most straight forward meaning he's the only warrior who is worthy of the battle still standing. I could have completely butchered it but that's what I take from it
@@shonthebonbon lmao you can't take the quote at face value, he even started the sentence "if we are talking ancient war" Its not a quote you aren't meant to think literally, like Aljo didn't run away from the event and TJ's house obviously wasn't on fire, its like taking phrase "by the skin of my teeth" and saying "I don't have skin on my teeth, cringe" lol
@@shonthebonbon how do you think the phrase skin of my teeth was created? And here’s and important question do you watch ufc? Cuz basically every fighter has their own warrior philosophy you just don’t understand what it takes too be able too stand in a cage and try too strip someone to their conciseness.
I love hearing about fighters who read ancient texts about war. It would be crazy to think that all we can learn about combat is stuff from the modern day, where much less of it takes place. Those ancient texts contain lifetimes of wisdom that one person could fight their whole life and still not know.
@@Cheesusrice69222 If you think the only thing to learn from ancient warriors, and warrior cultures is on the topic(s) of "combat, like getting disemboweled", then I hope you can one day see the value that stories and texts such as those can bring to one's life. 🤙🏻
@@wildernessrick9278 What you are saying makes no sense. Here, it specifically relates to MMA, and if you think the Art of War is applicable in there, you are brainless. What is applicable, is the training and skills they acquire over them, and the specific muscle memory that goes with it. You're the type to say the Prince by Machiavelli is a good book without ever having read it.
@@jodawgsup lmao. Whatever, dude. Tell me what I think more often, please. It's hard thinking for myself. 🤣 That's like saying there is no value in listening to someone like Jocko Willink and his military veteran guests, because, well, all they do is tell war stories and talk about military training, but I'm not out there in actual combat, so it's irrelevant to me. 🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️ Different striokes, man. You do whatever resonates with you. ✌🏻
Cory is a straight up killer. You can feel a different kind of energy when he walks into the octagon. Super underrated fighter and I can’t wait to see him finally hold that belt.
@@zengerz If you weren't most likely serious, you'd have one of the better troll accounts on YT. That's par for the course at this point, though. The extinction of self awareness has ruined the art of trolling.
@@CNYKnifeNut Well he would not be the first one who s punches I laugh at right in front of them 😉 We are talking about a tiny man in a week man weightclass wtf man, what is your own relative standard if you think such a guy is tough, I call that dlbeing delusional or being a weak blooded degenerated 😉
@@MixedMartialAcademic i just wish it were easier to find channels like yours, napoleon Blownapart, etc. My recommended is flooded with shit but sometimes, out pops a gold nuggy
My best friend died yesterday. I've never seen your videos but this was recommended to me. I needed it. Thank you. This video has helped me in ways words could never express. Especially the first few minutes and the last few minutes.
Loved this, although Cory has recently said he has abandoned this mindset. Saying he was trying to be someone he's not, and we've seen the best Cory Sandhagan as of late. The 50-45 of Chito really shows that, almost everyone (even Cory fans) were worried for him in that fight. The fact that it was split, because of some beef the judge who scored it for chito had with Cory, is despicable. If that isn't proof of bias in judging, idk what is.
Always excited to see these video essays/breakdown documentaries. You can see the quality, time and research put into each video. Great job my friend! Can’t wait to see Sandman make another run for the title. Sandman won in my opinion. I felt he did enough to beat Dillashaw.
Yes even though Sandhagen has suffered a streak of two losses, his stock has only risen. There’s no doubt he belongs to be in there with the elite members of his division.
hahahahahahaha what u nooooobs!!! I train 2 weeks and I destroy all those weaklings. tj dillashaw looks so small and weak too; nothing to watch seriusly/ Its like watching babies. real man never watcjh these kids play.....
Wow, this is a really well made video. A display of who cory is as a martial artist, through a thoughtful video-essay. There's a lot to learn here, ideals to adopt, resources to delve into (ie those books). Keep it up!
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This is choice MMA content, y’all. In a sea of wannabe intellectual MMA analysis that shows up in my feed, this video stands out as legitimately cerebral in it’s approach. I don’t know you. I have no reason to brown nose. I’m just giving credit where it’s due. Fuckin’ well done 👍🏼. I’m on the bandwagon. (Subscribed)
Hello, thanks for the vid - will subscribe in order to see your work. Can you tell me the reference for the "litany against the fear" clip on the end? Have a good day
Watching this and looking back it makes sense about Corey. I was sitting in the stands back in 2018 at UFC Lincoln watching this guy get out of the nastiest armbar I’d ever seen and come out victorious. You knew he was going to be one of the superstars of the future by his energy in the arena. Top notch quality.
Man I love content like this. Such a great tribute to Sandhagen. Nothing funny about this, but Brendan Schaub constantly agreeing to everything he knows nothing about.
War is delightful for those who have no experience of it. Warriors live with the killing of others and losing friends. Nice work. Nothing stirs the senses that the smell, sound and taste of battle while in the middle of it your alive. Your ability to tell a story is definitely a gift.
Dude your channel is absolutely incredible. The way you highlight each fighter and their mindset you chose is damn near unmatched in the youtube game. You're gonna blow up in no time. Thanks for another great video on another great fighter
Dude, you were already great but you keep improving, superb coverage on my favorite fighter. Maybe it's my bias because I am a pale, tall and slim guy but the way he moves, sets traps and strikes is gorgeous and I am sure he hasn't reached his peak yet. He'll be back and remind the division why they should fear the Sandman.
You should do a breakdown on Khabib or some of the other Russian/Dagestan fighters. I think it would be interesting getting to breakdown how foreign countries still hold the heritages and traditions of war especially those who have been at war for centuries up until even now.
I got you Khabib- militant Sunni Muslim Read about them you may have heard of a similar group of them in Afghanistan doing some fighting. They have been fighting since 6ce when the Sunni stayed with the traditional views and the Shia started following Muhammad’s family lineage.
I guess you could say I had the same experience, when I was younger I always being bullied by people but I never liked the thought of beating up another parents child. One day I was playing at a playground with my grandpa and a group of kids way older than me started messing with me, then it turned into a full beat down, they had me on the floor stomping, punching, kicking my head and body all over, I cried begging them to stop, they didn’t care, finally my grandpa came to get them away from me after my twin noticed I was getting beat up badly, one of the kids snuck behind my grandpa, I told him to watch out but it was too late, he took his hat and hit him twice on the top of his head giving him two very big lumps, I didn’t expect them to hit an elderly man but they did and I’m over here bleeding scared for his and my life but thankfully that’s the only time they hit him, (my twin had ran away when they tried to go after him and they couldn’t catch him) since he couldn’t do nothing so I took his phone and called the police, they all ran away but ever since that happened its like something in me awakened, I started fighting back but not just to win, I basically had that “I’m gonna kill him mindset” because every time I fight I just get flashbacks and I just go into kill mode.
Thats why you always have to think more about your safety than your opponents well being. I also had issues in life where I just simply refused to turn the switch on from docile and caring even for my opponent to absulte carnage where I wouldnt even think of stopping.
I’ve always though that you learn different things from winning and losing in life and it’s never about the result, it’s about how you decide to react to the result, you can’t control the result that already happened you can control your reaction and the way in which you will assess it in order to learn from it. It’s not about the event it’s about your decisions
I listened to an audio book of the art of war over and over again while working a retail job. From start to finish over and over and over. I’ve tried to internalize it as much as possible and my outlook on life is completely different. Without directly deciding, I have become a stoic and my life is turning around. I have a much better job that has placed a much greater level of responsibility on me, my martial arts training and progress has re ignited to a level never before, and I no longer revel in fear an anxiety. For most of my life I have been plagued by crippling depression and anxiety but now o feel I have control of my own mind. Now all of these things is not from reading the art of war and I don’t want to preach the great power of some book, but instead the power of one’s mind and the affect it can have on one’s entire life
Big props to you for putting together such a great video, the details were very impressive and definitely shows how loss is not a burden in life but a chance to learn something new.
That video was an emotional fkn rollercoaster , props dude. Saw your iceberg video and how u got into ufc not that long ago but man I dont even have to say much if your a hardcore this is excellent content my man. Very inspiring as well…
Thanks so much Damian, Corys story is so cool can't wait to see him back! I am actually working on the Updated Iceberg video, it was going crazy in views then got age rerstricted, so redoing it... looking like its going to b well over an hour this time around!
I love Coreys mindset fight style and how he looks like a sweet young man but he’s really a monster I love to watch his old fights with that sewing machine jab on u just on u non stop it beautiful
Gotta love the Sandman. I haven’t watched the video yet but I remember Sandhagen said in an interview that he has a psychology degree and I really like the way he describes a fighter’s mindset.
MM Academic and Mixed Molly Whoopery are the two best in the game by far when it comes to MMA character studies. A much needed niche to balance out the "Just bleed" fans and the strong opinioned but ignorant casual types.
yeah i have know idea judges are blind, Tj land 2 takedowns on 19 attempts. ill have to watch the fight again but Tj had like 8 mins of control time but how are you gonna have nearly 2 rounds of control time and still get out struck. judges put too much into takedowns.
When I heard how many yelling fans tj had during that fight, I knew we were about to see a robbery. I feel like judged shouldn't be hearing corners , fans or commentators because it seems to have an undesired effect on their perspective
I think so many young people and kids that have dreams of being an MMA fighter or boxer don't realize the kind of mindset they have to have and how strong mentally they need to be.
I have a new favorite Academic video. Thank you so much for blessing your viewers with such good content. Cory is a warrior through and through no doubt about it. Thank you, Academic
These videos are amazing I can’t explain it but the quality is amazing and it digs deep into the fighters Glad I’m going to be able to see this channel explode keep up the great work
I've watched this a few times while working out and I'm watching it again post Chito fight and it's truly amazing to see how his new mentally has made him so much more effective. Truly inspiring.
Cory is a cage fighter. He needs a crazy man's mindset or he'll lose every time he goes into the octagon. In this era of MMA, everyone has to talk a little shit and sound a bit looney thanks to Conor McNuggets. It's how they sell their fights.
@Lemon Head it means that there is an false, outward appearance of safety in today's society. But it is just that, a facade. "Civilized" westerners would go back to rap*ng and pillaging within a week of collapse. Most people would be on the receiving end of this violence and suffering. Many of these same people that would be nothing more than victims if it were to happen tomorrow, will never address the elephant in the room because they are comfortable and *temporarily* removed from the suffering. Social media only compounds this head in the sand approach to the worlds very dark and very real problems. All that to say, not everyone thinks this way, and not everyone should. Ignorance is bliss until you're being beaten to death in the street in front of your family.
You know how you can find boxing channels that document fighters careers with a great storytelling presentation? That's this channel but for MMA. That goodness I finally found a channel that can document these careers with so much quality. Good work!
wow, this was not just a great insight to Sandhagen, but also some strong Mental Health tips, and help or guidance, (which ever you prefer to use) for even just daily battles that WE ALL have in our lives, not just inside the octagon… thanks 😊 I really appreciated this Upload.
He's not that special. People overthink this sport as some quasi-war simulator. It's not. It's a sport of who's the better hand to hand fighter within the rules of MMA.
@@MixedMartialAcademic I'm just leaving a comment since the comments are open. I'm a huge fan of MMA and have a great interest in History and ancient warfare. I just think you're making a mountain out of a molehole here. Take it or leave it. Good day.
My mindset changed on war once i realized that its an unavoidable part of life due to the human condition. And a testament to the imperfectness of humanity that everybody has to live with. some people choose to hide from it and some people realize theyre no greater than it..some of the greatest philosophies in life come to the realization that war is a necessary step in progress.
This channel is very special. The wealthiest media conglomerates with the most resources don’t make content as captivating as you so consistently produce! And each episode is so unique. Each focused on an individual, event or theme that are all very different from the other episodes, but every one worthy of applause. If it wasn’t obvious, I fucking love this channel. You’re very talented!
Thanks my friend, I hope your training is going well! I got part 2 in the works as we speak probably another month on that one, got a really exciting announcement for that as well! Take it easy man!
I often wondered why I love watching mma so much, not just mma but voluntary fighting... Im still not sure, but this video was very interesting in regards to that. Great vid!
I love fighters that study ancient tomes of warfare and strategy. Cory knows to seek knowledge and also make savage the body. The Perfect Warrior Monk.
You're channel is amazing, bro. Easily one of my favorites. Keep up the good work! Your channel is gonna grow, I can already feel it. Very, very high quality content.
@@MixedMartialAcademic It's a good book, but Grossman himself is a religious cook. He goes around cashing in on his rep to give "Bulletproof Warrior" seminars where he essentially tells police they're soldiers of god, like the knights of old, who need to protect the hapless sheep and be ready to kill at a moment's notice to do it.
@@MixedMartialAcademic For real, I'm on a place in my life that things are heading to complacement and I need to constantly remind myself to get out of this path and work harder. I've read those books yrs ago, but they didnt clicked to me like after watching this. People say art make you feel something and your work did. That's dope.
When I was doing my Jiri video, each time I re-read the book of five rings I understood it in a different way. Life has a weird way in teaching us lessons not when we look for them, but when we need them! Keep the grind up my friend!
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This is much more than an MMA channel. This is art. Fucking beautiful.
Hey what is the classical piano song that starts around 4:40?
Great channel 👏
Dude no. You got the art of war wrong. The art of war is winning without fighting. You never read the book if you think it's just victory. The art of war talks of capturing armys whole. It's better not destroy a country.
@@MastemaJack It is certainly his main point, but it isn't what the whole book is about, for sure. Thats why whole chapters of it are literally about warfare.
I absolutely love Sandhagen win or lose, that quote "Aljo had to retreat, TJ's Village is still on fire and now I am one of the guys who can take the land" is underrated.
"Aljo had to retreat" meaning Aljo took the easy way out with the Knee and holding up the division. "TJ's Village is still on fire" meaning Cory's "Attack" on TJ still has lingering damage. And for the last part I think it's the most straight forward meaning he's the only warrior who is worthy of the battle still standing. I could have completely butchered it but that's what I take from it
@@shonthebonbon lmao you can't take the quote at face value, he even started the sentence "if we are talking ancient war"
Its not a quote you aren't meant to think literally, like Aljo didn't run away from the event and TJ's house obviously wasn't on fire, its like taking phrase "by the skin of my teeth" and saying "I don't have skin on my teeth, cringe" lol
@@shonthebonbon L life+L wife+L opinion+ratioed+extra L
@@shonthebonbon how do you think the phrase skin of my teeth was created? And here’s and important question do you watch ufc? Cuz basically every fighter has their own warrior philosophy you just don’t understand what it takes too be able too stand in a cage and try too strip someone to their conciseness.
@@shonthebonbon L reply+L name+ don't care didn't ask
I love hearing about fighters who read ancient texts about war. It would be crazy to think that all we can learn about combat is stuff from the modern day, where much less of it takes place. Those ancient texts contain lifetimes of wisdom that one person could fight their whole life and still not know.
you're cringe
MMA is a sport. It's not combat like get disemboweled cmon
@@Cheesusrice69222 If you think the only thing to learn from ancient warriors, and warrior cultures is on the topic(s) of "combat, like getting disemboweled", then I hope you can one day see the value that stories and texts such as those can bring to one's life. 🤙🏻
@@wildernessrick9278 What you are saying makes no sense. Here, it specifically relates to MMA, and if you think the Art of War is applicable in there, you are brainless. What is applicable, is the training and skills they acquire over them, and the specific muscle memory that goes with it.
You're the type to say the Prince by Machiavelli is a good book without ever having read it.
@@jodawgsup lmao. Whatever, dude.
Tell me what I think more often, please. It's hard thinking for myself. 🤣
That's like saying there is no value in listening to someone like Jocko Willink and his military veteran guests, because, well, all they do is tell war stories and talk about military training, but I'm not out there in actual combat, so it's irrelevant to me. 🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️
Different striokes, man. You do whatever resonates with you. ✌🏻
Cory is a straight up killer. You can feel a different kind of energy when he walks into the octagon. Super underrated fighter and I can’t wait to see him finally hold that belt.
a killer I put on the ground needing only 1 hand... right.....
u weaklings watching other weaklings shows why the world is so unmanly nowadays
@@zengerz
If you weren't most likely serious, you'd have one of the better troll accounts on YT. That's par for the course at this point, though.
The extinction of self awareness has ruined the art of trolling.
@@CNYKnifeNut
Well he would not be the first one who s punches I laugh at right in front of them 😉
We are talking about a tiny man in a week man weightclass wtf man, what is your own relative standard if you think such a guy is tough, I call that dlbeing delusional or being a weak blooded degenerated 😉
@@zengerz Corey could make you his bitch
@@benpietrzykowski9216
I will only use 1 hand while laughing at home. Go bring me some big heavy weight kind of guys u weak fk
Huge fan of Sandhagen, excited to see his opportunity to rematch Aljo and Yan
Looks like he's leapfrogged over Yan now that he dominated Chito. He's right back to knocking on the door of a title shot
He's gonna lose again. Those two are just levels above him.
@@Eyeofthetiger69Yan is not levels above him lmao.
Wonder what the books were he wouldn’t mention
Damn, this channel keeps popping out bangers, wish there was more content bridging the world of philosophy, psychology, and combat sports
Me too, I'm glad Im here doing it but wish there was more of us so that all these fighters can get the justice they deserve!
@@MixedMartialAcademic i just wish it were easier to find channels like yours, napoleon Blownapart, etc. My recommended is flooded with shit but sometimes, out pops a gold nuggy
Like if Jim can’t swim done a similar brake down, no disrespectful OP your content is fire.
My best friend died yesterday. I've never seen your videos but this was recommended to me. I needed it. Thank you. This video has helped me in ways words could never express. Especially the first few minutes and the last few minutes.
godspeed brother
Lies again? Mind F**ked
Probably the best thing I’ve watched in a long time. Really inspiring.
Humongous fan of Corey and for sure a future champ. 🏆
Thanks so much my friend!
@@MixedMartialAcademic first video I've seen from you. Instant sub. Quality bro, real quality.
Loved this, although Cory has recently said he has abandoned this mindset. Saying he was trying to be someone he's not, and we've seen the best Cory Sandhagan as of late. The 50-45 of Chito really shows that, almost everyone (even Cory fans) were worried for him in that fight. The fact that it was split, because of some beef the judge who scored it for chito had with Cory, is despicable. If that isn't proof of bias in judging, idk what is.
Always excited to see these video essays/breakdown documentaries. You can see the quality, time and research put into each video. Great job my friend! Can’t wait to see Sandman make another run for the title. Sandman won in my opinion. I felt he did enough to beat Dillashaw.
Thank you so mich my friend! I really enjoyed making this one, i also cant wait to see him back!
Yes even though Sandhagen has suffered a streak of two losses, his stock has only risen. There’s no doubt he belongs to be in there with the elite members of his division.
Right such a unique spin on mma I love it, share to ur friends that like mma
@@MixedMartialAcademic Hey I know you are busy but can you please tell me the name of the instrumental at 4:13
hahahahahahaha what u nooooobs!!! I train 2 weeks and I destroy all those weaklings. tj dillashaw looks so small and weak too; nothing to watch seriusly/ Its like watching babies.
real man never watcjh these kids play.....
The quotes in this video alone are eye opening and motivating. You never disappoint man
Thank you my friend!
For real!
Wow, this is a really well made video. A display of who cory is as a martial artist, through a thoughtful video-essay. There's a lot to learn here, ideals to adopt, resources to delve into (ie those books). Keep it up!
Thanks very much!
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This is choice MMA content, y’all. In a sea of wannabe intellectual MMA analysis that shows up in my feed, this video stands out as legitimately cerebral in it’s approach. I don’t know you. I have no reason to brown nose. I’m just giving credit where it’s due. Fuckin’ well done 👍🏼. I’m on the bandwagon. (Subscribed)
Well worded and executed to perfection. Thank you for this!
psychology of a modern warrior.... you mean the inner workings of a pathetic psychopath what a sad representation of humanity this one is!
Hello,
thanks for the vid - will subscribe in order to see your work.
Can you tell me the reference for the "litany against the fear" clip on the end?
Have a good day
Blah blah blah..bunch of useless words
Watching this and looking back it makes sense about Corey. I was sitting in the stands back in 2018 at UFC Lincoln watching this guy get out of the nastiest armbar I’d ever seen and come out victorious. You knew he was going to be one of the superstars of the future by his energy in the arena. Top notch quality.
Great video as always, so many great takeaways from this 10/10!
Thanks so much for being a member mate glad you enjoyed it!
Damn dude! Inspirational and educational. It gives a very different perspective on these fighters. Thanks for your hard work!
My guy! Thanks for another epic video essay; the writing and editing are excellent as always :)
Glad you enjoyed! Really enjoyed doing Cory such an intresting guys. I hope you enjoy the fights tonight!
One of my favourite fighters in the UFC. I get pure, murderous, Condit-esque vibes from him. Proper warrior
Man I love content like this. Such a great tribute to Sandhagen. Nothing funny about this, but Brendan Schaub constantly agreeing to everything he knows nothing about.
War is delightful for those who have no experience of it. Warriors live with the killing of others and losing friends. Nice work. Nothing stirs the senses that the smell, sound and taste of battle while in the middle of it your alive. Your ability to tell a story is definitely a gift.
Some of the best content ive ever watched on youtube hands down. Beautifully spoken, bravo.
Dude your channel is absolutely incredible. The way you highlight each fighter and their mindset you chose is damn near unmatched in the youtube game. You're gonna blow up in no time. Thanks for another great video on another great fighter
Thank you my friend for the kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed this one! Hopefully we will keep growing!
Dude, you were already great but you keep improving, superb coverage on my favorite fighter. Maybe it's my bias because I am a pale, tall and slim guy but the way he moves, sets traps and strikes is gorgeous and I am sure he hasn't reached his peak yet. He'll be back and remind the division why they should fear the Sandman.
I fall into the same catagory of human being and he represents us well 😂 he is a greag guy, and he is even better for the sport!
The guy really is slick. Lead jab with a wheel kick behind it? Who does that?
Extremely professional montage. You deserve more views, just keep grinding we'll get there!
Appreciate it!
You should do a breakdown on Khabib or some of the other Russian/Dagestan fighters. I think it would be interesting getting to breakdown how foreign countries still hold the heritages and traditions of war especially those who have been at war for centuries up until even now.
That's a good one
I got you
Khabib- militant Sunni Muslim
Read about them you may have heard of a similar group of them in Afghanistan doing some fighting. They have been fighting since 6ce when the Sunni stayed with the traditional views and the Shia started following Muhammad’s family lineage.
I guess you could say I had the same experience, when I was younger I always being bullied by people but I never liked the thought of beating up another parents child. One day I was playing at a playground with my grandpa and a group of kids way older than me started messing with me, then it turned into a full beat down, they had me on the floor stomping, punching, kicking my head and body all over, I cried begging them to stop, they didn’t care, finally my grandpa came to get them away from me after my twin noticed I was getting beat up badly, one of the kids snuck behind my grandpa, I told him to watch out but it was too late, he took his hat and hit him twice on the top of his head giving him two very big lumps, I didn’t expect them to hit an elderly man but they did and I’m over here bleeding scared for his and my life but thankfully that’s the only time they hit him, (my twin had ran away when they tried to go after him and they couldn’t catch him) since he couldn’t do nothing so I took his phone and called the police, they all ran away but ever since that happened its like something in me awakened, I started fighting back but not just to win, I basically had that “I’m gonna kill him mindset” because every time I fight I just get flashbacks and I just go into kill mode.
Thats why you always have to think more about your safety than your opponents well being. I also had issues in life where I just simply refused to turn the switch on from docile and caring even for my opponent to absulte carnage where I wouldnt even think of stopping.
You’re one of those guys “I black out when I fight” 🤡 💩
Well that just sounds like ptsd. Wayy far from the point of the video lol
I’ve always though that you learn different things from winning and losing in life and it’s never about the result, it’s about how you decide to react to the result, you can’t control the result that already happened you can control your reaction and the way in which you will assess it in order to learn from it. It’s not about the event it’s about your decisions
This video made me emotional and I am not even a fighter. Great work brother.
Thank you so much glad you liked it!
I listened to an audio book of the art of war over and over again while working a retail job. From start to finish over and over and over. I’ve tried to internalize it as much as possible and my outlook on life is completely different. Without directly deciding, I have become a stoic and my life is turning around. I have a much better job that has placed a much greater level of responsibility on me, my martial arts training and progress has re ignited to a level never before, and I no longer revel in fear an anxiety. For most of my life I have been plagued by crippling depression and anxiety but now o feel I have control of my own mind. Now all of these things is not from reading the art of war and I don’t want to preach the great power of some book, but instead the power of one’s mind and the affect it can have on one’s entire life
You inspired me to read this book maybe me as a 5'2" 236 pounds guy can finally change to a better man
@@oddadder5530 I know you can
Big props to you for putting together such a great video, the details were very impressive and definitely shows how loss is not a burden in life but a chance to learn something new.
Thank you so much my friend!
My Fav Fighter atm. This is one of the best videos i’ve ever seen.
Love your videos man. Can you do a video on Charles Olivera and how he learned to never give up?
That would be a good video
You know i would love to he was actually the top of my list on videos i want to make. Man its so hard i wish i could split myself in two sometimes 😂
Yea I can’t wait for a Charlie Olives tribute. Imo, he has the most impressive resume in the LW division.
@@MixedMartialAcademic No worries man! Your videos are amazing. Take the time to keep making them the way they are!
Except when he gave up to Max Holloway. Or he gave up to Paul Felders savage ground and pound. Wait till Islam gets ahold of him.
That video was an emotional fkn rollercoaster , props dude. Saw your iceberg video and how u got into ufc not that long ago but man I dont even have to say much if your a hardcore this is excellent content my man. Very inspiring as well…
Thanks so much Damian, Corys story is so cool can't wait to see him back! I am actually working on the Updated Iceberg video, it was going crazy in views then got age rerstricted, so redoing it... looking like its going to b well over an hour this time around!
@@MixedMartialAcademic u may not hear this often sir but ur videos keep me sane.
I love Coreys mindset fight style and how he looks like a sweet young man but he’s really a monster I love to watch his old fights with that sewing machine jab on u just on u non stop it beautiful
DUDE,
You're incredible, keep this grind going, I'm speechless, your content is UNCANNY
Thanks a ton!
Gotta love the Sandman. I haven’t watched the video yet but I remember Sandhagen said in an interview that he has a psychology degree and I really like the way he describes a fighter’s mindset.
Beautifully made and high quality. You have such a way with words my friend. Love this!
Thank you so much mate, I hope you are well!
Thanks to the YT algorithm for recommending this incredible video. Keep up the amazing work. Got yourself a new subscriber!
Awesome, thank you!
MM Academic and Mixed Molly Whoopery are the two best in the game by far when it comes to MMA character studies. A much needed niche to balance out the "Just bleed" fans and the strong opinioned but ignorant casual types.
We like to keep an open mind around here and im glad to you are apart of thos community! Thanks so much for the kind words!
Molly whoopery is super cringe
Patrick Gaiva videos bring me to tears. Check out his most recent Charles Oliver’s doc
Patrick Gavia and Napoleon Blownapart are great too
subbed man I like your approach to these documentaries and the voice matches this style perfectly
That thumbnail is insane 💯💯💯
Thank you my friend!
Elden Lord Sandhagen
This is honestly one of the most underrated channels great job keep it up !
How can you lose a fight with no damage but your opponent has a huge cut and a destroyed knee because of a submission. Cory won that fight.
yeah i have know idea judges are blind, Tj land 2 takedowns on 19 attempts. ill have to watch the fight again but Tj had like 8 mins of control time but how are you gonna have nearly 2 rounds of control time and still get out struck. judges put too much into takedowns.
Cause tj is more marketable and Cory is not as well known to casuals
When I heard how many yelling fans tj had during that fight, I knew we were about to see a robbery. I feel like judged shouldn't be hearing corners , fans or commentators because it seems to have an undesired effect on their perspective
It’s crazy how this man’s mindset is just like mine and his story and very similar to mine, I also read the same books
It bothers me so much that TJ got the decision against Cory. To this day, even rewatching the fight, im sure Cory won that 3-2.
@ArranMcEvoyplenty of people have called it a robbery in this comment section alone lol
Don't even know how
I didn’t see it, but in fighting you used to have to clearly win to take a decision. If it’s close it usually goes to the incumbent.
@@candidequixote6026 sandhagen clearly won, you should watch it decently good and on the UFC free fight so good quality..
I'm watching it rn, tj had more fight control and more strikes, cory landed damaging shots
Always bringing us the best MMA content! Love your videos and your take on fighters!
I appreciate that! thank you my friend!
I think so many young people and kids that have dreams of being an MMA fighter or boxer don't realize the kind of mindset they have to have and how strong mentally they need to be.
You can develop mental strength as you age
@DVelasquez That's good. Sadly I grew up being sent to a gym that was basically just daycare. We didn't learn much of anything
Your videos are genuinely something special man. You are going to make it
I have a new favorite Academic video. Thank you so much for blessing your viewers with such good content. Cory is a warrior through and through no doubt about it. Thank you, Academic
Whats up Ethan! Hope you are well. Cory is such a beast, it was great to have the oppertunity to write about him/
Such an amazingly well put together video
Thanks so much my friend!
Ever since I’ve heard him speak on jre I knew that dude was just different from the others not physically but mentally
These videos are amazing I can’t explain it but the quality is amazing and it digs deep into the fighters Glad I’m going to be able to see this channel explode keep up the great work
Thanks so much antonio! We are on this journey together my man!
This guy has some of the best put-together documentaries on MMA
Love the Fallout reference in the beginning! Your videos are on a DIFFERENT LEVEL!
I cannot put into words how grateful I am for ur videos, keep it up 💪🏻👏🏻
Hey thanks so much my man i appreciate that! Take it easy maye and i hope you are well
I've watched this a few times while working out and I'm watching it again post Chito fight and it's truly amazing to see how his new mentally has made him so much more effective.
Truly inspiring.
Cory is a cage fighter. He needs a crazy man's mindset or he'll lose every time he goes into the octagon. In this era of MMA, everyone has to talk a little shit and sound a bit looney thanks to Conor McNuggets. It's how they sell their fights.
I don't think its that crazy of a mindset. Just hidden in the facade of modern physical security
@@toomeyeh1 wtf does that mean
@Lemon Head
it means that there is an false, outward appearance of safety in today's society. But it is just that, a facade. "Civilized" westerners would go back to rap*ng and pillaging within a week of collapse. Most people would be on the receiving end of this violence and suffering. Many of these same people that would be nothing more than victims if it were to happen tomorrow, will never address the elephant in the room because they are comfortable and *temporarily* removed from the suffering. Social media only compounds this head in the sand approach to the worlds very dark and very real problems. All that to say, not everyone thinks this way, and not everyone should. Ignorance is bliss until you're being beaten to death in the street in front of your family.
Ur fighter docs are fire asf very in depth and entertaining keep up the good work
Appreciate that, thanks a lot mate!
Cory deserves to be in the HOF some day. He may never win a belt but he carries himself like a champ and never complains
HOF??? That’s a bit strong
You know how you can find boxing channels that document fighters careers with a great storytelling presentation? That's this channel but for MMA. That goodness I finally found a channel that can document these careers with so much quality. Good work!
I appreciate that my friend! Just want do justice by these fighters my man!
wow, this was not just a great insight to Sandhagen, but also some strong Mental Health tips, and help or guidance, (which ever you prefer to use) for even just daily battles that WE ALL have in our lives, not just inside the octagon… thanks 😊 I really appreciated this Upload.
Thank you my friend, I am happy you found something in it my friend!
Phenomenal work love your videos
big props from a fellow UK MMA fan
He's not that special.
People overthink this sport as some quasi-war simulator. It's not. It's a sport of who's the better hand to hand fighter within the rules of MMA.
This pseudo-philosophical video is goofy. You take this too seriously. Cmon now.
you thought that this might not be for you then? and that it might mean something to someone else? no only you matter.
@@MixedMartialAcademic I'm just leaving a comment since the comments are open. I'm a huge fan of MMA and have a great interest in History and ancient warfare. I just think you're making a mountain out of a molehole here. Take it or leave it. Good day.
@@asAbsolute I took it and replied to it mate, - as the comments are as you say, open. Take it or leave it. Good day.
this whole video is like when anime fights cut away to some back story about the opponent
😂 Ahaha never heard my video described like that - love it 🤘
War is not... 'Art'.
Thankyou especially for the last Mantra on Facing Fear
Unfortunately for him, he's not intimidating at all
Nothing is intimidating from afar, even death - when last did you contemplate it?
My mindset changed on war once i realized that its an unavoidable part of life due to the human condition. And a testament to the imperfectness of humanity that everybody has to live with. some people choose to hide from it and some people realize theyre no greater than it..some of the greatest philosophies in life come to the realization that war is a necessary step in progress.
This channel is very special. The wealthiest media conglomerates with the most resources don’t make content as captivating as you so consistently produce!
And each episode is so unique. Each focused on an individual, event or theme that are all very different from the other episodes, but every one worthy of applause.
If it wasn’t obvious, I fucking love this channel. You’re very talented!
Thank you so much Jonathan I appreciate you! 🙏
Fantastic video! Your MMA docs are the best keep up the great work!
Thanks so much!
Been waiting for a drop brotha ! The ufc origin part 1 was dope! Hope all is well💙👏
Thanks my friend, I hope your training is going well! I got part 2 in the works as we speak probably another month on that one, got a really exciting announcement for that as well! Take it easy man!
you make the highest quality of content in the whole youtube mma sphere always hyped when these drop
Thanks you man for always being here i appreciate it my friend!
My favorite mma content creator, couldnt wait for a new vid
Thanks so much mate, i hope you enjoyed the video! I alwags appreciate your support my friend!
The classical music in the background makes it 100% better. Great job!
Thank you Pedro, that means alot!
I often wondered why I love watching mma so much, not just mma but voluntary fighting... Im still not sure, but this video was very interesting in regards to that. Great vid!
Channel is criminally underrated, holy $hit excellent work
Thanks my man!
I love fighters that study ancient tomes of warfare and strategy. Cory knows to seek knowledge and also make savage the body. The Perfect Warrior Monk.
You make the best mma content right now dude fr
You're channel is amazing, bro. Easily one of my favorites. Keep up the good work! Your channel is gonna grow, I can already feel it. Very, very high quality content.
Thanks so much mate, means a lot!
liked the video and subbed after the fallout reference at 1:45. i’m going to like this channel
Mate fallout 3 walking out of the vault... Made my choldhood!
@@MixedMartialAcademic i have goosebumps right now after finishing this. Amazing work brother. i’m wishing you all the success. thanks for making this
Incredible content as always!
Thank u for your amazing videos!
My pleasure! Thanks so much for your support Lukas!
beautiful video man keep up the amazing work
These are so good man, keep it up with more vids
Chilling. Great work on this one.
18:34 that whole losing and defeat chapter towards the ending was seriously emotionally moving
19:46 goddamn
This one's a certified banger. Great editing, really like the aesthetics.
Thank you mate, I actually just picked up, On killing after you mentioned it, seen it before but you just reminded me of it.
@@MixedMartialAcademic It's a good book, but Grossman himself is a religious cook. He goes around cashing in on his rep to give "Bulletproof Warrior" seminars where he essentially tells police they're soldiers of god, like the knights of old, who need to protect the hapless sheep and be ready to kill at a moment's notice to do it.
@@AdobadoFantastico 😂 well, lets hope he doesn't end up cornering fighters anytime soon
was not expecting such a good video! wow! great job man
Your story telling approach is amazing!
Second to none video. Very well put together, script was great. Marvelous.
Evola’s The Metaphysics of War is my favorite “warrior mentality book”
Wow, this essay was really well written, incredible!
You deserve more subscribers, people need to see what you do. This is art.
Thank you so much mate i appreciate that!
@@MixedMartialAcademic For real, I'm on a place in my life that things are heading to complacement and I need to constantly remind myself to get out of this path and work harder. I've read those books yrs ago, but they didnt clicked to me like after watching this.
People say art make you feel something and your work did. That's dope.
When I was doing my Jiri video, each time I re-read the book of five rings I understood it in a different way. Life has a weird way in teaching us lessons not when we look for them, but when we need them! Keep the grind up my friend!
@@MixedMartialAcademic Life is weird indeed. You too, keep grinding and keep the good work. God bless you!
Dude, your soundtracks slap. Thanks.
a truly masterful piece. Thank you for making this wonderful movie :)
Damnnn your video's are VERY entertaining. Nice storytelling too.
Really well done doc, man. Thanks for making this!
My pleasure!
What a treat of a video. I really like these kind of videos about the philosophy’s of fighting and it’s parallels to „ordinary“ life.
9:35 Pat Berry looking like if Larry Wheels stopped lifting and did a year of fast food dieting
Great video. Very well edited and tasteful
Can't believe I just came across this channel. Love it! Keep up the good work
Welcome aboard! Thanks for commenting and the kind words!