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The 3 Masks We Wear

Jerry Koch Season 5 Episode 233

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We often hear that martial arts is about learning techniques, but it’s also about learning ourselves. In this episode, Jerry and Guzman discuss the Japanese concept of the “Three Masks”—the face we show the world, the face we show our closest friends and family, and the face we keep hidden from everyone.


How do these masks affect our daily lives, our relationships, and even our training on the mats? Are we truly being ourselves, or are we hiding behind the expectations of others? Join us as we explore authenticity, self-awareness, personal growth, and what it means to become the same person both on and off the mat.

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