Demetrious Johnson on Letting Go of Trying to Be Perfect

Taken from JRE MMA Show #131 w/Demetrious "Mighty Mouse" Johnson:
open.spotify.com/episode/5qN8...

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  • @caseytubman3413
    @caseytubman3413 Жыл бұрын

    Mighty Mouse… a hall of famer the UFC has tried to erase. 🐐

  • @liamnissanS2K

    @liamnissanS2K

    Жыл бұрын

    Just like CM Punk

  • @liamjones9115

    @liamjones9115

    Жыл бұрын

    @Ketchupdodge no competition or was he just so much better than the rest?

  • @PierreWah

    @PierreWah

    Жыл бұрын

    Have never understood that. How have they tried doing that? He did beat everyone but did not get the numbers. So they traded him for Chandler or was it Ben🤔. Win win no?

  • @tiii4017

    @tiii4017

    Жыл бұрын

    @Ketchupdodge thats not even a argument, ufc aims to get good fighters..

  • @joshreid1006

    @joshreid1006

    Жыл бұрын

    @Ketchupdodge He beat Henry Cejudo who has went up to bantamweight and beat some of the best guys that ever fought there. I don’t think you can discredit him saying he hasn’t fought good competition

  • @clanholmes
    @clanholmes Жыл бұрын

    Probably one of the classiest smartest fighters in the UFC. Great advice.

  • @listenup7284

    @listenup7284

    Жыл бұрын

    Against Dominic Cruz he looked like an idiot. I'm not really sure weight had too much to do with it.

  • @danawhitesneckfat1706

    @danawhitesneckfat1706

    Жыл бұрын

    @@listenup7284 he wasn't training full time. He was working construction and training two times a week at the time. His head coach convinced him to stop working and focus on mma.

  • @listenup7284

    @listenup7284

    Жыл бұрын

    @@danawhitesneckfat1706 Right I'm sure that was the reason. Always an excuse like TJ dillashaw.

  • @danawhitesneckfat1706

    @danawhitesneckfat1706

    Жыл бұрын

    @@listenup7284 there's pictures of him at construction sights lol. He also said this during his first JRE visit. But hey, let's listen to you lmao

  • @listenup7284

    @listenup7284

    Жыл бұрын

    @@danawhitesneckfat1706 he also lost to Henry cehudo and some dude at one championship but yeah lets pretend he has anything in other champions.

  • @falloutstalkeroblivion
    @falloutstalkeroblivion Жыл бұрын

    he never stops being entertaining

  • @colin6603

    @colin6603

    Жыл бұрын

    He main evented the least selling PPV in UFC history so I don’t know about that.

  • @gobackpls3029

    @gobackpls3029

    8 ай бұрын

    @@colin6603measuring entertainment by ppv is pretty embarrassing lol

  • @xadbre
    @xadbre Жыл бұрын

    I don't think I've seen Joe be THAT engaged in a conversation in a while. Such a good episode!

  • @watkinsjames82

    @watkinsjames82

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh he loves Mighty Mouse lol. Joe Argus he's the Greatest of all time P4P

  • @D-A-A-

    @D-A-A-

    Жыл бұрын

    @@watkinsjames82 always mind blows me how someone can say mighty mouse is pound for pound, don't get me wrong height means nothing if the smaller dude has the experience but let's say Jon Jones Vs mighty mouse, he doesn't even stand a chance , weight and height come into play when skill level is matched

  • @ImagoofybaII

    @ImagoofybaII

    Жыл бұрын

    @@D-A-A- I think you've misunderstood the principle of p4p

  • @D-A-A-

    @D-A-A-

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ImagoofybaII I thought pound for pound meant like anyone from any weight category, what does it mean ?

  • @ImagoofybaII

    @ImagoofybaII

    Жыл бұрын

    @@D-A-A- It's meant to just be based on pure skill & dominance, it was introduced in boxing to bring some shine to lighter weight classes

  • @jamesharden6780
    @jamesharden6780 Жыл бұрын

    Sad to see the UFC pretty much remove this guy from the records they never talk about him. Definitely in contention for the G.O.A.T title

  • @joby2174

    @joby2174

    Жыл бұрын

    Why did the UFC do that to him? Do you know?

  • @yeeticusvii6729

    @yeeticusvii6729

    Жыл бұрын

    @@joby2174 Essentially DJ was too fucking good so the UFC said they couldn't promote him because he was so dominant it made fights uninteresting. Also that was on top of him being a nice dude who doesn't talk trash, which rarely makes you rich.

  • @liamnissanS2K

    @liamnissanS2K

    Жыл бұрын

    @@joby2174 Literally because he Is a tiny man. Competition wasn't really all that also.

  • @brando3098

    @brando3098

    Жыл бұрын

    Who cares? There are first responders and people who save lives out there....Nobody ever acknowledges them or talk about them. They are the real Goats

  • @seti3bb

    @seti3bb

    Жыл бұрын

    @@liamnissanS2K that “tiny man” could knock you down, jump on your back, and choke you tf out

  • @jamesbradford870
    @jamesbradford870 Жыл бұрын

    Such a humble guy, love this dude.

  • @ChinaPower1
    @ChinaPower1 Жыл бұрын

    I never forget this man who fights fiercely in UFC Octagon.. God bless Mighty Mouse.

  • @dalelane1948

    @dalelane1948

    Жыл бұрын

    100%! This man is a gentleman, scholar and absolute beast of an athlete who is truly a ferocious, terrifying fighter.

  • @trautsj
    @trautsj Жыл бұрын

    I think letting go of ALL of that pressure is a good thing. Often times overthinking/overstressing is a very costly burden. Of course training and staying in shape is part of the job but min/maxing the literal life out of life is exhausting and I think after a point you really are just better off taking a step back and reassessing things. Always wish DJ the best. Man is a legend and a truly great representative of the sport in every way.

  • @zachdavis6272
    @zachdavis6272 Жыл бұрын

    I love DJ he is so fascinating and such a great down to earth to dude absolute gem of a person and that isn't including what he has done in the octagon.

  • @dano1307
    @dano1307 Жыл бұрын

    My sister died at 20 year's old when I was 16. It destroyed my mother for a loooong time. Still I see her struggle over 10 years later.

  • @thrk6952

    @thrk6952

    Жыл бұрын

    Sorry to hear man, couldn’t imagine losing my two younger sisters I’m 21 and they are 4 and I’ve never felt so protective over any people in my life

  • @emeraldgamecave679

    @emeraldgamecave679

    Жыл бұрын

    It does get easier but it never goes away. 💚

  • @ryanplummer448

    @ryanplummer448

    Жыл бұрын

    My sister passed 2 years ago, we were the closest of 4 siblings, our parents weren't there growing up and our 2 older siblings weren't really around so it was just us growing up. I still can't believe she's gone, I'm still struggling to live through this.

  • @dorianmckenzie9888

    @dorianmckenzie9888

    Жыл бұрын

    I hope comfort and ease continue find their way to her, and you as well. Wish you all the best. 💛

  • @dorianmckenzie9888

    @dorianmckenzie9888

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ryanplummer448It'll take time for sure. It never goes away, just gets easier to live with. I hope you continue to be ok man, make sure take care of yourself and do grieve/take a moment whenever you need. 🙏💛

  • @kongv3728
    @kongv3728 Жыл бұрын

    So much humility and wisdom, a truly great example of a champion.

  • @Derekjetaa2
    @Derekjetaa2 Жыл бұрын

    From what I’m going through in life right now this is exactly what I needed to hear today. God bless you Joe Rogan and god bless you DJ. Thank you for a new “angle” 📐 at life

  • @rizzlethegreat9682

    @rizzlethegreat9682

    Жыл бұрын

    Nicholas I hope you overcome whatever you are facing at the moment and are in an even better situation when all is said and done. Keep your head up.

  • @RomekTheCreator

    @RomekTheCreator

    Жыл бұрын

    Keep your head up bro. Every day is a new opportunity.

  • @Chris-dz5vw
    @Chris-dz5vw Жыл бұрын

    You can tell the respect Joe has for DJ the way he listens an pays close attention DJ is 100% on of the 🐐 of MMA

  • @donduckensen441
    @donduckensen441 Жыл бұрын

    An emotionally present fighter is always the absolute best athlete

  • @antebaric3021

    @antebaric3021

    Жыл бұрын

    Same as GSP

  • @themostdiabolicalhater5986

    @themostdiabolicalhater5986

    11 ай бұрын

    Explain Jon Jones then

  • @landong2182
    @landong2182 Жыл бұрын

    Mighty Mouse is the most under respected champion of all time

  • @rosalind1635

    @rosalind1635

    Жыл бұрын

    The fuck is happening with these bot replies to OP?

  • @LinktheSamoyed

    @LinktheSamoyed

    Жыл бұрын

    @@rosalind1635 guy probably forgot to log out from his scammer account.

  • @SkinnyBillySkaterComedy

    @SkinnyBillySkaterComedy

    Жыл бұрын

    Facts

  • @niharg2011

    @niharg2011

    Жыл бұрын

    Him and Stipe

  • @johngalt1555
    @johngalt1555 Жыл бұрын

    This dude's the real Goat that nobody is talking about

  • @hotflash4494
    @hotflash4494 Жыл бұрын

    How can you not respect that man and everything he's accomplished? He's a true role model. When I show my kids DJ's videos I tell them he's one of the few people that truly inspire me to be a better person.

  • @invincibleluis
    @invincibleluis Жыл бұрын

    One of the best to ever do it.

  • @tonystretch1347
    @tonystretch1347 Жыл бұрын

    I already was a DJ fan but now I just want to have a beer with the guy and talk about life. He’s the best ever

  • @LeszekDudek
    @LeszekDudek Жыл бұрын

    What a cool guy. I like him even more after this interview

  • @limeballo6251
    @limeballo6251 Жыл бұрын

    Never really got any motivation from Yt clips, but this one finally got me to go out and do cardio at the gym. Thanks DJ & Joe, this clip helped me out in a big way.

  • @mandeepkaler3737
    @mandeepkaler3737 Жыл бұрын

    invaluable. Thank you Dj, Joe and Jamie.

  • @raphaeleleinko
    @raphaeleleinko Жыл бұрын

    Love it. Thank you for being real DJ

  • @marcofarella
    @marcofarella Жыл бұрын

    I have a new respect for Mighty Mouse. Seems very down to earth and genuine.

  • @b1ackic3
    @b1ackic3 Жыл бұрын

    Pain is part of the human existence... we will all lose someone will love, and we will all die eventually.

  • @DrProgNerd
    @DrProgNerd Жыл бұрын

    Massive amount of respect for that man.

  • @sandman62100
    @sandman62100 Жыл бұрын

    Mighty Mouse is the NUMBER ONE pound for pound best fighter of all time. His resume is undeniable. Funny how people throw around these other names but forget about the real GOAT. Absolutely adore everything about him.

  • @colin6603

    @colin6603

    Жыл бұрын

    A little guy like him can’t be considered the goat. He’s a dwarf.

  • @googlegmail9888

    @googlegmail9888

    4 ай бұрын

    And he never needed steroids! Khabib retired the same year Russia got banned from the Olympics!

  • @nikolap8410
    @nikolap8410 Жыл бұрын

    Great to hear that he has a healthy way of dealing with all of this ! Such a Great guy

  • @lyricsrollup1992
    @lyricsrollup1992 Жыл бұрын

    I’m so proud of this guy he’s a true living legend

  • @jjjones1114
    @jjjones1114 Жыл бұрын

    We love and support you DJ!! Ur a true 🐐

  • @plumplettuce4218
    @plumplettuce4218 Жыл бұрын

    DJ is the greatest! Such an enjoyable podcast, really good.

  • @user-iq4zv4kn4p
    @user-iq4zv4kn4p Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Mighty Mouse for sharing your wisdom and knowledge. I appreciate this man

  • @badzalasadi420
    @badzalasadi420 Жыл бұрын

    This man is a living legend

  • @TewodrosBaye1
    @TewodrosBaye1 Жыл бұрын

    DJ is a great person. He is an amazing role model for the upcoming fighters.

  • @EPFForsyth
    @EPFForsyth Жыл бұрын

    DJ Love ya...Miss ya....Baby GOAT....I personally want to say this to you Mr. Rogan, thank for not interrupting, and letting your guest speak, it is so helpful and allows us to see the real person...Now get back to work...Love ya Joe...

  • @corbinmorris3766
    @corbinmorris3766 Жыл бұрын

    Great content joe keep it up 🔥

  • @CocaineCowboyJones
    @CocaineCowboyJones Жыл бұрын

    DJ still in my G.O.A.T list. He had done so many things for the sport of MMA, but he still ignored by the casual fans and Dana. In the 2nd fight with Adriano; he proved he is the GOAT

  • @idizzle498
    @idizzle498 Жыл бұрын

    I understand exactly what he means, when my sister passed it’s like I lost track of time. It didn’t feel relevant to me anymore, just the concept of life in its entirety mattered to me and how I spend my life living it

  • @Mcfc2Rich
    @Mcfc2Rich Жыл бұрын

    So relatable. When you laughing you forget all your problems anyway. Who cares if the situations perfect, it doesn't have to be.

  • @mizxer97
    @mizxer975 ай бұрын

    I fucking love this dude 😂 not only is he one of the most underrated ufc fighter his yt is actually really entertaining

  • @jordanterry6248
    @jordanterry62483 ай бұрын

    What impressive insight to share and so inspiring to hear the progress someone can make even at his age and after achieving so much. Perfectionism can be so helpful but so destructive too and it’s a good message to be aware of that.

  • @jaydenmoon1165
    @jaydenmoon1165 Жыл бұрын

    I love DJ - he earned his spot as being in the conversation of 🐐

  • @niranjansilwal3738
    @niranjansilwal3738 Жыл бұрын

    Mighty mouse is one of the best MMA fighters of all time!!

  • @byl15
    @byl15 Жыл бұрын

    A true legend. 🙌🏼👏🏼🔥

  • @keyscook
    @keyscook Жыл бұрын

    Demetrius - given me the most entertainment & appreciation for Martial ARTS in action - Thank you!! Cheers from Seattle 🍻

  • @Queensraces
    @Queensraces Жыл бұрын

    love dj always genuine

  • @sequoiagigante4839
    @sequoiagigante4839 Жыл бұрын

    needed to hear that today

  • @brians7901
    @brians7901 Жыл бұрын

    He will never get the credit he deserves because he was a flyweight. He's one of the most talented martial artists of all time

  • @dalelane1948
    @dalelane1948 Жыл бұрын

    What a gentleman, scholar and absolute beast of an athlete who is truly a ferocious, terrifying fighter.

  • @Mote.
    @Mote. Жыл бұрын

    Demetrious Johnson was always my favorite fighter

  • @gm4il
    @gm4il Жыл бұрын

    I can listen to DJ all day, he makes so much sense, massive respect!

  • @sparkskie
    @sparkskie Жыл бұрын

    My deepest condolences on your loss 💐

  • @letsgo8814
    @letsgo8814 Жыл бұрын

    Glad we got this

  • @mattgress9213
    @mattgress9213 Жыл бұрын

    I love this dude. MMA legend.

  • @rtheprizeisright7323
    @rtheprizeisright7323 Жыл бұрын

    I love this guy pound for pound and that ain't much he's probably best fighter ever. He's so down to earth here, he just doesn't seem like a pro fighter. And that attitude will calm his life as I am sure he found out. Great clip.

  • @bl2005
    @bl2005 Жыл бұрын

    Thank u for bringing this perspective forward mighty mouse!

  • @geoffjenkins4633
    @geoffjenkins4633 Жыл бұрын

    100% needed to hear this. Self-induced pressure seems to be destroying lives left and right, mine included.

  • @Sage-nc9uq
    @Sage-nc9uq Жыл бұрын

    Awesome convos The reason I like watching JRE

  • @Thorgrum69
    @Thorgrum69 Жыл бұрын

    Glad one of the GOATS can enjoy themselves

  • @beej8y
    @beej8y4 ай бұрын

    I needed this

  • @alexanderj.6701
    @alexanderj.6701 Жыл бұрын

    As someone once said, no one has ever been on their deathbed wishing they’d worked more. Demetrious is amazing both inside and outside the cage.

  • @samcocherl680
    @samcocherl680 Жыл бұрын

    So true. So many people chase this dream and rather give up or they don't appreciate each day and the present. We all will die, do what makes you happy and enjoy life

  • @ChristianBushell
    @ChristianBushell Жыл бұрын

    Amazing fighter. One of the best ever in my opinion. Also, seems like a super nice guy.

  • @technine9662
    @technine9662 Жыл бұрын

    I went through a similar Awakening when my sister died. There is something about losing a loved one that was far too young that makes you realize what is truly important in life.

  • @ausgepicht
    @ausgepicht Жыл бұрын

    DJ is one of my all-time favorite fighters - not just for his accomplishments and entertaining fights, but also as a person. He's always been cool, casual, doesn't use sh%t-talking and trolling or WWE antics, doesn't bad mouth families and people, very articulate and highly intelligent. I like guys like Chael, Colby, the Diaz Brothers, etc. too, but it doesn't mean that I can't like something different than that. I'm happy for him that he's continuing to have success in MMA and life.

  • @NateSmith87
    @NateSmith87 Жыл бұрын

    Love seeing this growth and shift in him and within his mentality.

  • @franknino8499
    @franknino8499 Жыл бұрын

    With age comes wisdom. Sorry for the lose of your sister man.

  • @rizennsunn
    @rizennsunn Жыл бұрын

    Respect brother 💪🙂👍 You are on your way to enlightenment

  • @rebeccaz789
    @rebeccaz789 Жыл бұрын

    Trying to be perfect is attempting to focus on everything. Better to focus on what matters for the goal. Love this.

  • @RTL2L
    @RTL2L Жыл бұрын

    It was a great story, good he is sharing this.

  • @The_DEN_of_FIGHTS
    @The_DEN_of_FIGHTS Жыл бұрын

    great interview

  • @moonlambo3939
    @moonlambo393911 ай бұрын

    A Legend to the sport of MMA. GOATED

  • @CizzaAU
    @CizzaAU Жыл бұрын

    The absolute GOAT.

  • @JRF1004
    @JRF1004 Жыл бұрын

    DJ is the GOAT of MMA and the more he’s still accomplishing the less people are able to deny it

  • @gettingtogive
    @gettingtogive Жыл бұрын

    What a great dude!

  • @smcd7779
    @smcd7779 Жыл бұрын

    Such a humble champion 👊

  • @charlesbarboza8591
    @charlesbarboza8591 Жыл бұрын

    It’s called “Growth”. Sometimes it takes a person a lifetime to almost grow and others bloom earlier. The hope is that regardless of when it happens, we should all want to Grow. It’s a wonderful feeling to know that we have changed for the better. We are all gonna die at some point and hopefully in the course of our lives, we grow. I’m wishing Everyone Growth, Happiness and a Full Life.

  • @deezayum
    @deezayum Жыл бұрын

    Self-reflection can be life changing. Good for Mighty Mouse.

  • @jeremymossi5795
    @jeremymossi5795 Жыл бұрын

    It's good that DJ is letting the steam off. The pressure was good when he was younger. It made him the GOAT. Now that he's older he gets to reap to fruits of his labor and do the things he loves.

  • @isaiahlibunao818
    @isaiahlibunao818 Жыл бұрын

    Man I got to watch this fight live in Singapore, amazing performance by DJ!

  • @izlotus
    @izlotus Жыл бұрын

    Get ye on ❤

  • @stayclashy3433
    @stayclashy3433 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing episode

  • @elkarlos814
    @elkarlos814 Жыл бұрын

    One in-touch, smart human being right there.

  • @youngandreas
    @youngandreas Жыл бұрын

    DJ is the goat. 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

  • @thomaswoo9769
    @thomaswoo976911 сағат бұрын

    my all time favorite fighter

  • @sialee5926
    @sialee5926 Жыл бұрын

    Oh man..miss those 1 plus hour podcasts!

  • @falloutstalkeroblivion
    @falloutstalkeroblivion Жыл бұрын

    what a comeback that was wow

  • @ryanthompson4113
    @ryanthompson411313 күн бұрын

    Glad to see him taking some time to enjoy himself. He is a legend, would love to see him back in the UFC

  • @slovak_mapper125

    @slovak_mapper125

    12 күн бұрын

    Same

  • @BillyBobThorton777
    @BillyBobThorton777 Жыл бұрын

    BANGER

  • @squaddieboi9275
    @squaddieboi9275 Жыл бұрын

    Sorry for your loss dj

  • @ebrahimnaidoo8885
    @ebrahimnaidoo8885 Жыл бұрын

    DJ one of the BEST EVER,EVERRRRR!!!

  • @johnathanflannagan2407
    @johnathanflannagan2407 Жыл бұрын

    “ Happiness is perceiving and dealing with reality on reality’s terms“ Basically the attitude of every day can suck and I’m OK with that because it won’t affect me at my core

  • @tesla3695
    @tesla3695 Жыл бұрын

    Dude is a goat and when he is done fighting he can easily have a career streaming on Twitch. He already has a large fanbase on his Twitch channel already.

  • @watkinsjames82
    @watkinsjames82 Жыл бұрын

    Let's F-kin Go. Diving in right now

  • @SatansExecutioner
    @SatansExecutioner Жыл бұрын

    My favorite fighter ever 👍🏻

  • @Themayseffect
    @Themayseffect Жыл бұрын

    Let go of being perfect, and created the most perfect ko in history next to Barbosa spinning head kick. Masterful!

  • @xylsky1300
    @xylsky1300 Жыл бұрын

    The greatest might mouse move I've ever seen him do was that rotating door slip he did when joseph benevidez (sorry if i misspelled his name). Its like he saw the punch coming and just turned sideways, the punch missed and he immediately threw a jab in return. It was great, joe during the match refered to it as a rotating door lol

  • @ubernate860
    @ubernate860 Жыл бұрын

    He is a legendary fighter that commands the respect of all colleagues and fans, as well as a class act. If you disagree with any of that you're bonkers.

  • @briantneary2248
    @briantneary2248 Жыл бұрын

    Ive personally engaged with Mighty mouse on his channel several times. He is truly a good dude and about as normal as one could be given the heights he's reached. To me, he's the GOAT

  • @malo_213
    @malo_213 Жыл бұрын

    Respect to Mighty Mouse! Family first!!!

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