[Music] Now, my name is Hassan Assad, but I have a few different identities depending on where you know me from. If you're a professional wrestling fan, like millions of people around the world, you might know ME AS THE HALF MAN, HALF AMAZING BALLERIN SUPERSTAR MONTEL VONTAVIUS PORTER, MVP, but I'm also a practitioner of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. And last year I achieved the rank of black belt. And when you achieve the rank of black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, your title isn't sensei like in karate.Your title i ...

Overcoming Adversity & Personal Growth - The speaker shares their personal journey of overcoming anxiety and panic attacks, transforming fear into a source of strength and self-discovery [2][3][4][10][11] - The speaker initially used anxiety as an excuse to avoid challenges but later realized the importance of facing fears to achieve goals [7][8] - Small actions and consistent effort are key to overcoming fear and achieving personal growth [8][9][12] - Embracing difficulties and viewing them as opportunities for self-development is crucial [11][13] Mental Health & Performance - Anxiety can manifest as physical symptoms like numbness, racing heart, and temporary paralysis [3][4] - Facing fears, such as public speaking and competition, can lead to the disappearance of anxiety symptoms [8][9] - The speaker's experience highlights the potential for individuals with anxiety to achieve success in competitive fields like golf [6][9] Mindset & Achievement - Shifting from avoidance to active engagement with fears is essential for overcoming anxiety [8][9] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of not making excuses and taking small steps towards change [8][12] - Overcoming anxiety can lead to significant achievements, including scholarships and success in competitions [9][10]

[Music] You are not crazy. Well, let's start by saying that this is a life. Maybe not completely, but at least partially.And for that, I would talk about myself in the beginning. Sometimes I question if I'm crazy. More like I always question if I'm crazy.The reasons deferred over time. I used to question if I'm crazy because I fear mannequins. Then I started to question if I'm crazy because I'm scared of aliens abducting me, putting me in a small room where I suffocate when no one noticing or because I just ...