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E186 | Assertiveness Over Aggression: Finding Your Mat Identity
About This Episode
In this episode of Tapped In, host David Figuero-Martinez from DFM Coaching explores the crucial distinction between being "aggressive" and being "assertive" on the mats. David addresses why many students—especially those navigating confidence issues, cultural norms, trauma, or bullying—struggle with implementing an aggressive style. He challenges the negative connotations surrounding aggression, shifting the vocabulary toward a more accessible and empowering concept: assertiveness. Whether you are a student learning to claim your space during training rounds or a coach…
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