No such thing as a perfect fighter but I know what you mean, arguably the greatest of all time but there’s definitely holes in his game just like khabib. Even if we programmed a fighter and gave them the best genetics, skills, dedication and gave them the best stand up and the best ground game we still don’t know a lot of techniques. Like when Conor pulled that shoulder strike on Donald Cerrone we had never seen that before in the cage. It’s similar to anything. Like even in sales people who have done it for 20yrs can learn something new, a bricklayer can learn something new after doing it for 40yrs. An old dog can learn new tricks that saying is my least favourite
Yeah you have a point. There's still some really great guys in there. The thing that worries me is how much attention is given to someone like Colby Covington. Is the next generation of fighters going to look like that?
Adam Ant Colby convinton is just trying to promote himself and make money.. Remember when bisping started everyone hated his guts.. he fought hard and gained everyone's respect.. it's just a gimmick.
There are plenty of super talented fighters (fighters ppl think are more naturally talented) that have gone through GSP’s same camp and failed to come close to what he’s done. He’s successfully convinced ppl he’s not as special as he actually is.
Some people fall for the bullshit of braggarts who are just covering for severe shortcomings, people like nthem because they're similiarly lacking. McGregor is a prime example of this, talented striker but in grappling and ground grappling severely lacking which is why he looked for a way out of fighting Nurmagomedov by attacking that bus and injuring people.
@@TheRedRuin not necessarily its just a matter of someone being better than him. You can only do your best but eventually someone else best will be better than yours.
I love his attitude towards fighting. I am just a hobbyist who trains a few times a week, and I sometimes let my ego get inflated by the fact that I train. At the end of the day though, fighting is not the be all and end all. Honestly, sometimes I chuckle thinking about how silly fighting can be. The UFC definitely inflates the hype. All that being said, I hope to keep training for years to come, simply because it's fun.
Why is Joe so shocked that GSP understands that the world doesn’t revolve around MMA or fighting in the UFC? Of course he takes it very seriously, it’s his health on the line, but in reality whether you win or lose in competition the world will keep spinning, life will go on and you still go home to your friends and family and the people who actually love and care for you
It’s very hard to get to the top of the top of the top without being obsessive to the point where there’s not much else to you besides MMA (Jon Jones) but GSP has always just been a super athlete and a freak of nature so it’s different for guys like him
It's easy to get caught up on the success train and lose perspective. GSP is very unique. He is like Michael Jordan but gifted with a happy life outside of work.
I don't know if he necessarily doesn't understand. I think he's doing his job to highlight why his guest's words are remarkable/interesting. His podcasts wouldn't feel that great if he just constantly acts like his guests are stating the obvious
I thought about it for a bit. Maybe GSP didn't become the best by focusing on being the best in the world, moreso by being the best HE could be when he versed every opponent. And eventually bodies stacked up and he's on top of them all.
Love that guy. I am into MMA only since it’s all over my feed because I listen to Joe Rogan. GSP is impressive to me in every way. His mind and heart are as strong and stable as his stance when fighting.
"they don't care, they don't care you know the effect that I have on the universe is so freakin small nobody cares I'm the only one putting the pressure on me nobody gives a damn about it" Really wise words. We've heard the same gist before, but the way GSP says it is very simple and makes sense.
Im 25 now an have been watching the ufc more than any sport since i was a kid or a young teen. I went from very much not likeing G.S.P. to by the time i was 18 or 19 when i think he was comeing close to the end of his career i started to respect him a bit. An now i honestly at 25 think this guy is an honest beast/legend/hall of famer in my book an deserves alot of respect.
@@dragonfighter786 Why'd you guys not like him? Was it his fighting style? I remember a lot of people saying he was boring because of how he employed wrestling in there.
@@TheTrueRaph idk man I looked at him as a person who was so boring. I was young and stupid. I still am. But I've learned a lot as I grew. And that makes GSP in my opinion the goat
Here at last is a man with the mind of a general and the heart of a poet! Always fun to hear Georges talk about his career and his worldview in general.
3:45 I can definitely relate to that. I literally dropped out of high school and quit competing for like 5 years just running from my anxiety, but of course it only made stuff much worse. The only thing that finally helped was realizing how selfish that mindset was, the world does not revolve around me or any individual. Yeah some people in life show support and others even show some hate or doubt, but in the grand scheme of things it doesn't really matter to them.
He has a great philosophy towards fighting. I can understand why he puts so much pressure on himself to be perfect because of his OCD, but the mindset of taking the fight too seriously can be too mentally exhausting.
George got it perfectly how it's working, and that's why he's one of the greatest. His biggest weapon is his mind and how he approached the problems faced.
George is deep.. part of what makes him so likeable is his introspection...he conquered all the fame and glory..you know how he won...by walking away...
I wish you will share more of your knowledge and experience with us. You are a true warrior and hunest person. And this comment is for both George and Joe. 2 amazing personalitys.
GSP is a a fucking class act. His accent, humility, outlook, stories, just a cool cat. And those little nuggets he imparts are relevantno matter who you are or where you are in life. Love that shit
For me, Georges will always be the GOAT. Not just because of his record in the ring, but because of who he is outside the ring. He brings a class, a humility and a realness that I admire so much
I learned the same thing in my 30's and wish I had learned it sooner. Screw pride, it gets in the way. Relax, do the right thing, and if your consistently doing the right thing and being polite and respectful and kind then who cares if somebody doesnt like you, who cares if you make a mistake. Dust yourself off learn from it and move on.
I remember reading "Infinite Jest" by David foster Wallace, and one of the most comforting quotes in the book was along the lines of; " think of how often you think about your best friend... its not very often is it?" "Now think about the most embarrassing thing your best friend has ever done... when was the last time you ever thought of it? Yer a long time ago and not very often." so dont worry about what other people think your best friend barley even thinks about you, your free relax.
There’s plenty of people out there giving you advice but it makes no difference if you do not have respect for them. I deeply respect GSP as an athlete but now more respect for his outlook on life.
GSP is pure competition not a fighter in a sense of hurting someone with ill will. He simply knows the difference btw sport and street. He is pure sport.
If the UFC top fighters, of all time, were grouped as a squad of super heroes, GSP would for sure be the smart and intelligent one. This man is reasoning and reflecting as a truly sensible and prudent man. The hype will never swallow GSP, its the other way.
"Fighting is not my life" coming from arguably the perfect fighter lol
He’s an amazing athlete.
Not just an amazing fighter✊
Perfect Grappler. Most complete fighter.
I wonder if that’s why he so good. He doesn’t enjoy it too much or get too emotional, or get too heartbroken if he loses or faces a setback? Hm
hahaha good one, but i never said that
No such thing as a perfect fighter but I know what you mean, arguably the greatest of all time but there’s definitely holes in his game just like khabib. Even if we programmed a fighter and gave them the best genetics, skills, dedication and gave them the best stand up and the best ground game we still don’t know a lot of techniques. Like when Conor pulled that shoulder strike on Donald Cerrone we had never seen that before in the cage. It’s similar to anything. Like even in sales people who have done it for 20yrs can learn something new, a bricklayer can learn something new after doing it for 40yrs. An old dog can learn new tricks that saying is my least favourite
Joe: Have u ever slept well before a fight
Gsp: Yes against matt serra and I got knocked out😂😂😂 so down to earth
Lmaooo he’s the boss ahah
He's such a likeable guy.
It's a shame there aren't more like him in the UFC.
My fear is that we're seeing the last of a breed. I hope I'm wrong.
Adam Ant Daniel Cormier, Stipe Miocic, Robert Whittaker, Max Holloway... all guys that are champs and are nice guys
Yeah you have a point. There's still some really great guys in there.
The thing that worries me is how much attention is given to someone like Colby Covington.
Is the next generation of fighters going to look like that?
Adam Ant Colby convinton is just trying to promote himself and make money.. Remember when bisping started everyone hated his guts.. he fought hard and gained everyone's respect.. it's just a gimmick.
Adam Ant
@@adamant4107 Khabib is also keeping it real, and he really is nice
George "you zigged when you should have zagged" StPierre
Michael “I zigged when I should have zagged” Chandler
@@jessieflores9191Kamaru “i zigged when i should have zagged” Usman
The way he thinks reminds me of Bruce lee.
Kind words, although not a fair comparison still kind. Cheers!
Propre martial arts mindset!
Dont compare one of the best fighter in the history of mankind to a gay cha cha dancer actor
@@abhinavchauhan7864 he was talking about their state of mind and not their fighting u fucking idiot
@@moritzbierdimpfl7233 bruse lee stole his philosophy from miyamoto musashi
That's actually some pretty powerful wisdom GSP.
Good guy he is,
4:59 GSP Preachin Facts, still one of my favs. So humble and likable
Why are you everywhere.
Samuel Jackson 2018 mma fan
yo, wuts good jax
What GSP said in this podcast is so profound. Highly pragmatic outlook on life.
This was a really refreshing thing to listen to. Absolute truth and spectacular advice for dealing with stress. Much respect to that man.
There are plenty of super talented fighters (fighters ppl think are more naturally talented) that have gone through GSP’s same camp and failed to come close to what he’s done. He’s successfully convinced ppl he’s not as special as he actually is.
Some people fall for the bullshit of braggarts who are just covering for severe shortcomings, people like nthem because they're similiarly lacking. McGregor is a prime example of this, talented striker but in grappling and ground grappling severely lacking which is why he looked for a way out of fighting Nurmagomedov by attacking that bus and injuring people.
Virginbreaker That’s wrong... some people are better than others
@@TheRedRuin watch his chad fight you are wrong or Eddie fight. He is a great fighter and a complete one. You can’t win them all
@@TheRedRuin not necessarily its just a matter of someone being better than him. You can only do your best but eventually someone else best will be better than yours.
GSP IS A SMART FELLA, GOOD LESSONS FOR LIFE.
Love how George emphasizes that people don't care and how he put so much pressure on himself. So inspiring from the GOAT
I love his attitude towards fighting. I am just a hobbyist who trains a few times a week, and I sometimes let my ego get inflated by the fact that I train. At the end of the day though, fighting is not the be all and end all. Honestly, sometimes I chuckle thinking about how silly fighting can be. The UFC definitely inflates the hype. All that being said, I hope to keep training for years to come, simply because it's fun.
Why is Joe so shocked that GSP understands that the world doesn’t revolve around MMA or fighting in the UFC? Of course he takes it very seriously, it’s his health on the line, but in reality whether you win or lose in competition the world will keep spinning, life will go on and you still go home to your friends and family and the people who actually love and care for you
It’s very hard to get to the top of the top of the top without being obsessive to the point where there’s not much else to you besides MMA (Jon Jones) but GSP has always just been a super athlete and a freak of nature so it’s different for guys like him
It's easy to get caught up on the success train and lose perspective. GSP is very unique. He is like Michael Jordan but gifted with a happy life outside of work.
I don't think Joe doesn't understand. He is just being reminded again. Most of us forget during a busy life.
I don't know if he necessarily doesn't understand. I think he's doing his job to highlight why his guest's words are remarkable/interesting. His podcasts wouldn't feel that great if he just constantly acts like his guests are stating the obvious
I thought about it for a bit. Maybe GSP didn't become the best by focusing on being the best in the world, moreso by being the best HE could be when he versed every opponent. And eventually bodies stacked up and he's on top of them all.
“The effect I have on the universe is very small”, I recall his trainer Firas Zahabi saying something very similar.
Love that guy. I am into MMA only since it’s all over my feed because I listen to Joe Rogan. GSP is impressive to me in every way. His mind and heart are as strong and stable as his stance when fighting.
How can you not love this guy? I hope he does not fight again... I just want his legacy to be preserved forever.
"they don't care, they don't care
you know the effect that I have on the universe is so freakin small
nobody cares
I'm the only one putting the pressure on me
nobody gives a damn about it"
Really wise words. We've heard the same gist before, but the way GSP says it is very simple and makes sense.
Could listen to this 2 talk for days
love gsp what a down to earth and honest guy humble
GSP is a true fighter. Heart. Mind. Spirit.
God bless this guy
That dealing with stress lesson can be apply to any situation in life. Thats the beauty of martial arts.
Im 25 now an have been watching the ufc more than any sport since i was a kid or a young teen. I went from very much not likeing G.S.P. to by the time i was 18 or 19 when i think he was comeing close to the end of his career i started to respect him a bit. An now i honestly at 25 think this guy is an honest beast/legend/hall of famer in my book an deserves alot of respect.
Are you me? lol I feel the same way now at 25. I learned to appreciate more as I get older rather than critique
There was ever doubts he was a legend or a hall of famer¿ lol
Bro I feel like you wrote this for me. I'm the SAME WAY BRUH
@@dragonfighter786 Why'd you guys not like him? Was it his fighting style? I remember a lot of people saying he was boring because of how he employed wrestling in there.
@@TheTrueRaph idk man I looked at him as a person who was so boring. I was young and stupid. I still am. But I've learned a lot as I grew. And that makes GSP in my opinion the goat
He Protec, He Attac, But most importantlym He: 2:18
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YOU LEGEND
Lol love the story about sleeping well before Matt Serra knocked him out. A lot of respect for him staying so humble
And it's such a good joke, a self-deprecating one.
He have a great mentality, he's really down to earth. I can listen to him all day
Here at last is a man with the mind of a general and the heart of a poet! Always fun to hear Georges talk about his career and his worldview in general.
GSP is my favorite if all time, what a great guy
GSP is so full of wisdom. There's always something new to learn when he talks.
“I’m the one putting all this stress on myself” I can relate to this so much
spitting wisdom. GOAT.
3:45 I can definitely relate to that. I literally dropped out of high school and quit competing for like 5 years just running from my anxiety, but of course it only made stuff much worse.
The only thing that finally helped was realizing how selfish that mindset was, the world does not revolve around me or any individual. Yeah some people in life show support and others even show some hate or doubt, but in the grand scheme of things it doesn't really matter to them.
faxx brother
Do you constantly need to be aware of your mindset-to catch yourself from an old pattern or habit lurking in the wings? Good job!
@@shatner99 yes, you can see how often Marcus Aurelius had to check his mindset in his diary known as the Meditations, for example.
@@gwkiv1458 thanks, neat info!
He has a great philosophy towards fighting. I can understand why he puts so much pressure on himself to be perfect because of his OCD, but the mindset of taking the fight too seriously can be too mentally exhausting.
This guy is so wise, not only as a fighter but as a person.
Even to him as a martial artist, there is more to life then just fighting. Very healthy mindset right there. Probably that's why he's so good
Much respect to gsp.... He seems like a real down to earth guy.. def wouldn't mind having a conversation with him..
such a genuine person
tough to find someone like gsp in the fight business
George got it perfectly how it's working, and that's why he's one of the greatest. His biggest weapon is his mind and how he approached the problems faced.
Every coach , wrestling and boxing and mma should show this video to their students .
Damn, his mindset is so positive!
I love what he said "you zigged when you should've zagged"
man I loved every word to hear. he didn't need shit talk to be a champ
That’s why he is consider as the greatest of all the time
Intellectually and physically outstanding
George is deep.. part of what makes him so likeable is his introspection...he conquered all the fame and glory..you know how he won...by walking away...
Now this is where he is wrong. That old lady follows all the UFC fights.
She was the "just bleed" guy's grandma
My god I love this dude. Such a wonderful human.
This man is so real... this is advice on LIFE
Good guy I give him tons of respect
GSP was one of the greatest guests every on the podcast, and he wasn’t even speaking his native language
I love this man's wisdom and humility!
fighting might not be GSP's life
but it's the life for many people
So many life lesson in this podcast with GSP.
Ya - this definitely helps in every aspect of life.
Noway this guy does what I do go for drives, it helps with a lot of things you realize how much you amp it up for noting
tHis gHost oF mIne I was referring to the car drives, just in case you was confused dude
tHis gHost oF mIne I know bro all good lol
Gsp is a true legend of this fight game. Wish he was fighting more so i can buy every one of his ppvs and make him richer..
Love Gsp one of the best in my Era not just in the octagon out of it
I go back and forth from soap carving videos and GSP's voice lmao
Dental school
I wish you will share more of your knowledge and experience with us. You are a true warrior and hunest person. And this comment is for both George and Joe. 2 amazing personalitys.
Gsp is a good motivational speaker, i look for his videos whenever i feel down.
He just shared some important rules for living a happy life.
GSP is a a fucking class act. His accent, humility, outlook, stories, just a cool cat. And those little nuggets he imparts are relevantno matter who you are or where you are in life. Love that shit
a great man walking amongst men
This is exactly what connor and other fighters should understand, learn, and apply
For me, Georges will always be the GOAT. Not just because of his record in the ring, but because of who he is outside the ring. He brings a class, a humility and a realness that I admire so much
Thats why he gets laid a lot he is a genuine good person
GSP is still sharp, not a victim of fighting for too long, respect....
That’s so true.
I learned the same thing in my 30's and wish I had learned it sooner. Screw pride, it gets in the way. Relax, do the right thing, and if your consistently doing the right thing and being polite and respectful and kind then who cares if somebody doesnt like you, who cares if you make a mistake. Dust yourself off learn from it and move on.
Good on you buddy!
great life advice!
I remember reading "Infinite Jest" by David foster Wallace, and one of the most comforting quotes in the book was along the lines of; " think of how often you think about your best friend... its not very often is it?" "Now think about the most embarrassing thing your best friend has ever done... when was the last time you ever thought of it? Yer a long time ago and not very often." so dont worry about what other people think your best friend barley even thinks about you, your free relax.
this is no punch drunk fighter. his wisdom is beyond his years he's a smart guy.
GSP is a world class athlete and a fantastic human being.
Wow this guy is really smart and disciplined
A lot of wisdom in these 5-minutes.
He's so great
Greetings to you GSP
Love him or hate him he is spitting FACTS
These are some amazing clips. GSP is very well spoken for someone who doesn't even know English very well.
Nicks garage in Montreal wants to talk to the both of you. Gentlemen start your engines.
Great video. George is REAL cool.
gsp is such an amazing human being he would be great representing the human race to any other in the universe
Nice, calm and smart guy!
One of top 3 fighters of all time said "Fighting isnt my life" :)
The fact that this video isn’t just about fighting
Funny thing is he do cares. That's why he is always so humble. Even just remembering the faces of people he only met briefly.
I needed this. Going crazy from recreational practice. Thanks George.
Yes I must agree with most of the comments below, he seem like just a normal nice guy and for this sport that is unusual.
GSP spit some hot true man he is so good of a fighter and such a wise guy he was a fine fine champion
I love GSP so much - He's all class.
He’s carful w his words all I gotta say
So true what he says. When you become to obsessed about one thing you will become eventually crazy and fall
So good
Damn..Gsp droppin some wisdom here.
There’s plenty of people out there giving you advice but it makes no difference if you do not have respect for them. I deeply respect GSP as an athlete but now more respect for his outlook on life.
GSP's words are a balm man
Wow the absolute perfect advice for me now
And that exactly is why we all like him :-)
Such wise words. What a true master
GSP is pure competition not a fighter in a sense of hurting someone with ill will. He simply knows the difference btw sport and street. He is pure sport.
I could listen to this again and again. Gems by GSp
If the UFC top fighters, of all time, were grouped as a squad of super heroes, GSP would for sure be the smart and intelligent one. This man is reasoning and reflecting as a truly sensible and prudent man. The hype will never swallow GSP, its the other way.
GSP is the dude you find at the top of some ancient Chinese mountain lmao Just sippin' tea and being a fucking legend.
Pure Gold