How to Reduce Fear and Increase Confidence in Sparring and Fighting

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Ando Mierzwa

Ando Mierzwa

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Afraid to spar? Does the idea of a real fight cause you fear? I can help.
First, let's talk about real fights. For me, the secret to controlling your fear is to make sure you only fight for a cause you’re willing to die for.
If someone attacks someone I love, fear is not an issue. I'm sure you'd fight for the people you love, too, right? So, the question is- if you’re not afraid to fight for other people, why are you afraid to fight for yourself?
If you believe you’re worth fighting for, then there’s nothing to worry about. It’s only when you don’t have to fight, or you’re fighting for the wrong reasons, that fear gets in the way. So, get your priorities straight. The greater the cause, the sharper the claws.
Now let’s talk about sparring. The first tip to increase your confidence in sparring is to keep sparring. The more you spar, the less you’ll be afraid of it. But that's a long-term goal. What can you do today?
The reason we get scared in martial arts is because we're overwhelmed. We have no control over an attack. That's when we end up running and hiding, which is completely natural!
The trick to overcoming your fear is to give your brain something to think about. For example, when you spar, focus on just your breathing. Or keeping your eyes open to see what's happening. Just one thing at a time!
The fact is you can’t improve everything at the same time. Your brain is terrible at multitasking! So, focus on one skill. Approach sparring like a meditation where you stare at a candle. Here's the big idea-- the more you control something, the less you’ll fear everything.
As you progress, add whatever techniques and tactics you like... one at a time. Maybe spend a whole class just working on your jab or a specific combination. The key is to not overwhelm yourself! Build your skills one at a time. That’s how to reduce fear and increase confidence in your sparring and fighting.
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WARNING: The advice and movements shown in this video are for informational and educational purposes only. Consult a doctor before engaging in any exercise or martial arts program.

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@gixxerace299
@gixxerace299 7 жыл бұрын
"The more you control SOMETHING, the less you'll fear EVERYTHING" love this quote, gives me lots to think about.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Awesome, sir. It sure helps me!
@seetsamolapo5600
@seetsamolapo5600 4 жыл бұрын
Quote of the year
@haidenjordan4660
@haidenjordan4660 4 жыл бұрын
@@AndoMierzwa I love the quote "the greater the cause, the sharper the claws"
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 4 жыл бұрын
@@haidenjordan4660 Thanks, Haiden!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 3 жыл бұрын
@Ryhan Akthar Khan I don't know what to add!
@rossmantle3726
@rossmantle3726 7 жыл бұрын
In my first sparring session I took a straight punch to the nose. After that I realised that getting hit wasn't so bad.
@thealishow9125
@thealishow9125 5 жыл бұрын
Ross Mantle until mike tyson hits you
@CJ-vj7pm
@CJ-vj7pm 5 жыл бұрын
Same here bruh, I got 🥊 & a 👃bleed like five minutes into my first sparring sesh... strangely enough it was liberating & I fought less nervously (relatively speaking) for the rest of the class
@YourPointOfViewPodcast
@YourPointOfViewPodcast 5 жыл бұрын
Your sparring partner probably hit you lightly you get hit right I bet you won't be saying that it's not bad
@jcole8766
@jcole8766 5 жыл бұрын
I’m 13 and got whoop by 11 year old
@Haise.17
@Haise.17 4 жыл бұрын
@@jcole8766 hahahahahahaab lol
@orangeowlgreendragon8953
@orangeowlgreendragon8953 7 жыл бұрын
When it comes to sparring, my fear is hurting my partner too much or becoming violent. It's why I wind up going too easy on my peer and accepting defeat often if I can't avoid the request/situation in the 1st place which I usually do.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
We all have an issue or two to work on... at least you know what yours is!
@orangeowlgreendragon8953
@orangeowlgreendragon8953 7 жыл бұрын
Ando Mierzwa Thank you
@Deftonedd4
@Deftonedd4 7 жыл бұрын
orangeowl greendragon I pretty much have the same issue , but it's more so with commiting to my attacks . It's like before I actually punch I pull back a little .
@jeremywhitfield4556
@jeremywhitfield4556 6 жыл бұрын
Asheru Assiene Same here, I hesitate way too much
@dlumbreras90
@dlumbreras90 6 жыл бұрын
Kill or be killed
@jfan3689
@jfan3689 7 жыл бұрын
I just wanna add a quick tip! Here it is: GET GOOD! Train more and you'll get good. But that doesn't happen overnight so if you want an automatic boost then you need to take a deep breath and be confident.. control the match. Don't let your opponent bitch you around.. something I have learned!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Absolutely. Preparation is the root of confidence! Thanks, Julian!
@mikantsumiki8946
@mikantsumiki8946 3 жыл бұрын
I have a black belt girl in my karate class,whenever I fight with her I get scared..she’s really scary to be honest.
@reginaldshaw2287
@reginaldshaw2287 3 жыл бұрын
@@mikantsumiki8946 Even if u have the skills u'd still be scared just to hit her probably do judo classes
@mikantsumiki8946
@mikantsumiki8946 3 жыл бұрын
@@reginaldshaw2287 I don’t like judo. Your right lol but I improved a lot now
@reptileepic6945
@reptileepic6945 3 жыл бұрын
"Get good" Gee, thanks, I'm cured!
@yotacharapone5341
@yotacharapone5341 7 жыл бұрын
I didn't click on this video to take my fear away for fighting,but Your videos are too awesome to resist
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
That's awesome. Many thanks, sir!
@MuhammadSaad
@MuhammadSaad 7 жыл бұрын
Same here. :D
@tekriwalshashanknk
@tekriwalshashanknk 5 жыл бұрын
Sir the sentence "YOU ARE WORTH FIGHTING FOR" had a deep impact. Thanks🙏🙏
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 5 жыл бұрын
It’s true! 👊🏼💥
@gregs_garage
@gregs_garage 7 жыл бұрын
off to Karate now... I'll be doing some "no flinching" practice today. one thing is a helpful idea.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
AWESOME! Hope it helps!
@jordanmathew853
@jordanmathew853 5 жыл бұрын
Ando Mierzwa r/whoosh
@alisaforesthills89brigades85
@alisaforesthills89brigades85 5 жыл бұрын
No flinching😒😒😒😒😒😒😒😒lol
@orionmelton3226
@orionmelton3226 7 жыл бұрын
I do HEMA. Having a steel sword swung at me repeatedly creates a lot of flinching. This is very helpful.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
I'd flinch, too! :D Thanks for the comment. Battle on!
@rahsaanbrown883
@rahsaanbrown883 7 жыл бұрын
I needed to hear this. Thanks.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
My pleasure, sir. Thanks for watching!
@marcellomaes5249
@marcellomaes5249 5 жыл бұрын
Same
@jo4931
@jo4931 7 жыл бұрын
I have to pause the video within 2 minutes to say this; Thanks. I always learnt something different when I see your video.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
That means everything to me! Thank you, Jo!
@riverunconfirmed
@riverunconfirmed 3 жыл бұрын
I get the sense that everyone can be a little afraid in spars. Could be because of the sheer anticipation. I clicked on this video because it’s meant to teach you how to reduce fear. Reducing fear will obviously give me better focus and control.
@thetruth9816
@thetruth9816 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, the "focus on one thing at a time" tip was really helpful. There are so many techniques in martial arts and trying to learn everything at once can be overwhelming. You helped put things back into perspective for me.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Be patient with yourself. Small investments now will pay off big time later!
@alexandergreenshpan357
@alexandergreenshpan357 7 жыл бұрын
All your videos are excellent! Simple, to the point, no nonsense advice. Most importantly - real and achievable! Thanks.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
That is exactly what I try to do! Thank you for the feedback, Victor!
@xsu1822
@xsu1822 6 жыл бұрын
"2 dudes jump on my mother" 😂
@Meymeygwis
@Meymeygwis 5 жыл бұрын
You gotta love Ando!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 5 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated!
@dropweightdaddy
@dropweightdaddy 7 жыл бұрын
Brother, you truly have a gift of teaching. I have studied & sparred from a young age, yet I still find wisdom in this vid. Thank you.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
That means a lot to me, sir. I practice teaching as much as I practice martial arts, so glad to know it's working! Keep fighting, my friend!
@victorcabral5531
@victorcabral5531 7 жыл бұрын
Great tip sensei, i'm currently working on controlling my flinch response, a flurry of punches flying at you can be overwhelming.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
That is a great goal, sir. Once you can see, you can think!
@goldencookietv6678
@goldencookietv6678 7 жыл бұрын
This is great. You sound like a good man and a great teacher, thanks!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you, thank you, and thank you! :)
@frankiewheat2901
@frankiewheat2901 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this lesson sensei. Your videos pop up at random once in awhile and there has been times when I feel its very helpful. This lesson I wrote down on index cards and plan to spend time going over it and strengthening myself in these areas. I will definitely bring my cards to class for a quick review the next few weeks to try and build up that state of mind. Thank you again. Keep up the good work!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 5 жыл бұрын
That means a lot to me, Frankie. Thank you for the comment and happy training!👍🏼
@MisterBlueSky1000
@MisterBlueSky1000 7 жыл бұрын
You are doing people a really good service. Thank you - please keep them coming.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your support, sir!
@TheAmon216
@TheAmon216 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you . This video help me sooooo much .
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
That means a lot to me. Thanks for the comment!
@vaishnavshahane6200
@vaishnavshahane6200 7 жыл бұрын
ty sir i am doing my kickboxing practice your video helped me a lot tysm
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Great to hear that! Keep going!
@vaishnavshahane6200
@vaishnavshahane6200 7 жыл бұрын
yes sir you are good master
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Working on it! Thanks! :)
@daverage4729
@daverage4729 4 жыл бұрын
Great bit of advice Ando. I always went in terrified and with a defeatist mindset. Focusing on that 'one' thing really helps with not focusing on the negative. I recommend this tip to anyone.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! Happy training!👍🏼
@michaelsedzikowski3669
@michaelsedzikowski3669 4 жыл бұрын
Advices on this channel are truly precious.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that, sir!
@zsofiadoka6347
@zsofiadoka6347 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you sensei, I needed this. I am a chicken when it comes to sparring but I need to pull myself together. I always learn something! You are great :)
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Ha! But who doesn't love chicken? :) Yes, just get into sparring one step at a time. You can do it, Zsófia!
@nazimnangyalai6657
@nazimnangyalai6657 7 жыл бұрын
Zsófia Dóka nem tudtam hogy magyarok is nezik 😂
@zsofiadoka6347
@zsofiadoka6347 7 жыл бұрын
nazim nangyalai ó dehogynem :D Zseni a fickó, imádom!
@senpainezvi9037
@senpainezvi9037 7 жыл бұрын
You're great! Keep making content, u'll grow fast soon Love, Senpai
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your confidence, Senpai! Love to you, too!
@320speed
@320speed 6 жыл бұрын
This was some real powerful words and advice. Thank you man. Subscribed
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
So happy to hear that. Welcome!
@Mantisboxers
@Mantisboxers 7 жыл бұрын
Keep em coming. Great stuff, sir
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly, Sifu! Hope we can battle soon! :)
@rosyposie4279
@rosyposie4279 5 жыл бұрын
I’m super shy and nervous all the time for some reason. Hopefully this helps! :>
@cerulis1
@cerulis1 7 жыл бұрын
Hello again, Ando! Well, I'd click on a video of yours regardless of reason, as you never know what you might learn. I love how adaptable Martial Arts teachings are, the fact that I more often use what I learn from it on my daily life instead of fights per say is a wonderful thing. In any case: Thank you for another great video, so how have you been doing, my friend?
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Truth is truth no matter where you find it. Apply what you know to everything! Nice to hear from you, sir!
@ColtonSpruill
@ColtonSpruill 6 жыл бұрын
Good information and a new perspective. I personally haven't thought of training sparring in this specific way. Of course, we try to keep hands up and so on, but to train yourself to focus on one thing to keep fear from setting in is a fantastic skill to know.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
I hope it helps! It sure helps me. :-)
@jrl8013
@jrl8013 4 жыл бұрын
I just tell my mind that the guy I'm sparring harmed my mother. It's a really wierd tip but helps you reduce your fear. Obviously I'm not gonna hate the opponent
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 4 жыл бұрын
Psychology is everything! Keep it up!
@hikermichael9443
@hikermichael9443 6 жыл бұрын
The connection you made between meditation and practicing one skill at a Time was really helpful for my students to understand. I have a great amount of respect for you and love all your videos.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for letting me know, sir! And thank you for sharing the arts with your students. Keep up the good work!
@moussazraidi2859
@moussazraidi2859 7 жыл бұрын
you are really a true sensei. Wise and to the point. I always enjoy your videos. Thank you. keep up coming with these nice videos.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words, Moussa. Keep fighting!
@serpico096
@serpico096 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sensei. You know, that´s why I follow the ways of the martial arts, to face the fear calmly. When you are weak, you get afraid, when you get afraid, that´s when you become cruel and unfair to others. Well, I think so at least. Thanks for this video, Sensei Ando, you are getting better and better¡¡
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
I always appreciate your feedback! Thanks!
@saurabh3887
@saurabh3887 6 жыл бұрын
one step at a time one punch at a time one round at a time one step at a time one punch at a time one round at a time one step at a time one punch at a time one round at a time one step at a time one punch at a time one round at a time
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
Yyyeeessssss! :)
@boxingislife5599
@boxingislife5599 7 жыл бұрын
2:03 I was dying of laughter😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for letting me know! :)
@ArgxnGaming69
@ArgxnGaming69 7 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU SO MUCH SIR!! I have a fight this weekend so I really needed to hear this!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
+Argon Kirizaku I hope your cause is a worthy one! Be safe!
@theseekers5829
@theseekers5829 2 жыл бұрын
Ur the best teacher I have ever seen in my life... Ur a good explainer and ur understanding of martial art is very deep.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words, Parthiv! 🙏🏻
@anftrew3775
@anftrew3775 7 жыл бұрын
I fear the prospect of fighting. That's because fighting is dangerous. I fear the prospect of fighting for myself, or in defence of somebody I love dearly. That's not to say I wouldn't fight if it was the only option, but I think fear is both natural and essential. Fear keeps you sharp. Fear is good. Panic on the other hand... All that said, another excellent video. I love the idea about focusing on one thing at a time during training. I'll definitely be taking that one on board.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment! For sure, I don't want to fight, either! :)
@wolfhavenmaster2433
@wolfhavenmaster2433 7 жыл бұрын
I want to know something, what's more important in a fight? Your balance, your strength, your movement, or your mental stability? Also is a T position with your feet okay? I see it as my less dominate foot behind me sideway-ish and dominate foot straight forward; then I usually straight punch with the hand that's aligned with my dominate foot. But what I want to know is, is it okay to step forward with the dominate foot while punching?
@sqewd8647
@sqewd8647 7 жыл бұрын
Wolfhaven Master you have the answer.
@dduncan55330
@dduncan55330 7 жыл бұрын
Wolfhaven Master I would say mental stability is top priority, followed by balance + movement, then strength. There are times when I spar that I'm not focused or am having a rough day and don't do so well. I've been training for 13 years so I feel pretty confident with sparring, and even I have my off days. Balance and movement are super important for obvious reasons. You can't apply power without good balance and you can't evade or find openings if you don't move. Strength is last because you don't need to be super strong to cause damage to someone, but it definitely helps. As for your fighting position, when it comes to positioning yourself in a fight, you want to be in a stance that's natural and comfortable to you. I usually spar sideways with my feet parallel to eachother because I throw lots of kicks. But if I'm planning to throw lots of hands at my opponent, I'll square up more by turning my lead foot forward and bring my back foot out to the side more to turn my hips and chest forward. Moral of the story: your stance should adapt to your fighting style. If you don't have a fighting style developed yet, find somewhere to receive some training and after a while you'll figure out what types of techniques you're better at.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
That's like asking what the most important part of you car is... the wheels, the engine, or the brakes! You need all of them. As for your stance, sure, you can lead with your dominant foot. Bruce Lee preferred that method, I believe. If it works, don't doubt it!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Love all that. Thanks for sharing your experience!
@Momsspaghetti777
@Momsspaghetti777 7 жыл бұрын
Wolfhaven Master always try sparring but don’t just do the same stuff all the time Switch it up and find what works and if you find your T stance best then keep it The only wrong way to fight is the way that kills you
@typhoonic
@typhoonic 7 жыл бұрын
This is a great video. A big journey starts one step at a time. Sure, you can be thrown into sparring and could probably figure things out eventually, but it's a lot easier if the mind is focused. A focused mind leads to a calm mind. A calm mind leads to a relaxed body. A relaxed body can move more easily.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
You are wise, sir!
@ilegallaws3741
@ilegallaws3741 2 жыл бұрын
This is the best explanation I have ever heard from anyone on KZfaq!! I was get other people saying start breeding think about this or that!! Thank you for your tips
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it made sense. Keep fighting! 👊🏼
@guitarninja416
@guitarninja416 7 жыл бұрын
"I would fight anybody to the death, preferably theirs" XD
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Right? ;)
@jarrodclark7306
@jarrodclark7306 7 жыл бұрын
Ando - do you have recommendations for improving front foot hook kicks? I love throwing hook kicks against a bag or while shadowboxing and I'm trying to improve my accuracy and power without sacrificing my balance or positioning
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Hard to say without seeing you in action... but it's all about the set up. Nothing works if they see it coming. Figure out how to hide it!
@jarrodclark7306
@jarrodclark7306 7 жыл бұрын
Ando Mierzwa thank you sir! I've been using it as part of a combination by following a jab --> cross --> then using my jab hand as an open palm to "blind" the target, and after the hook with my front (left) leg I finish with a rear (right hand) spinning hammer fist. Bit over detailed but that's the plan!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Great plan! It's all in the details! :)
@anftrew3775
@anftrew3775 7 жыл бұрын
I'm curious. How does a front foot hook kick work? We sometimes practice them, but more for conditioning the muscles and balance than for actual use. I can understand how you could achieve either speed or power with a front leg hook kick because I can't see an opportunity to generate significant momentum with it. This is not meant as negative by the way. I'm genuinely intrigued. If you can effectively pull it off, I can see it being really useful because nobody would be expecting it. I'd love to see how it could be done without compromising speed, power and balance.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
I don't know how to answer that! A technique only works if you do the work to make it work. If you don't like the front hook kick, then focus on what you do like. Simple as that!
@isthi000ify
@isthi000ify 2 жыл бұрын
Beautifully said Sensei. Every word was powerful!!! Love your vids man. Respect from UK LONDON
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Love and respect back to you! 🙏🏻
@ryanguzman942
@ryanguzman942 6 жыл бұрын
Great tips! Thank you Coach!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the comment, Ryan! Thank you!
@justgio1908
@justgio1908 6 жыл бұрын
2:02😂😂😂😂😂😂
@lamarcuswilkins197
@lamarcuswilkins197 7 жыл бұрын
fifth and great video👍
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the thumbs up! Thank you, Lamarcus!
@excellentwriter2650
@excellentwriter2650 7 жыл бұрын
👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽it was just what I needed. Thank you Ando.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
My absolute pleasure! :)
@CovertExpertiseArtiMarziali
@CovertExpertiseArtiMarziali 7 жыл бұрын
Damn, Sensei Ando thank you! Beign into Kali/Silat i never do sparring but now i think i'll give it a shot!! Confidence boost right here! :)
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Sparring with foam sticks, then empty hands is a great day! Thanks for the comment, sir!
@musthafanoor3840
@musthafanoor3840 7 жыл бұрын
Time for humor/martial arts.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
They go together like coffee and pie! :)
@franzmeier2128
@franzmeier2128 7 жыл бұрын
klicked for the humor
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Glad you did, sir!
@DjBaapreB
@DjBaapreB 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks man. I recognize everything you just said.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment!
@mahylton
@mahylton 6 жыл бұрын
Is good to hear the reasons why everyone should think to be great
@SuperSaiyaman3
@SuperSaiyaman3 6 жыл бұрын
0:59 can I still take you up on that offer for coffee and pie? jk
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
Anytime, anywhere! :)
@Gha6i
@Gha6i 7 жыл бұрын
your videos are wealth of knowledge and they are lots of fun too 👏
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that, sir! Thank you!
@johnsmitten1568
@johnsmitten1568 4 жыл бұрын
so right, thanks Ando!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure, sir!
@pacifier25
@pacifier25 5 жыл бұрын
Powerful message in there.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@ChristCrusader23
@ChristCrusader23 4 жыл бұрын
This really helped me gain a lot of confidence thanks a lot! It’s weird because I got nervous before I spar but as soon as I touched gloves I stopped being nervous.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Keep it up! 👍🏼
@brianguimel772
@brianguimel772 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips. 🤙
@noax962
@noax962 6 жыл бұрын
great video...thanks!!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Thanks for watching!
@cyberneticsynthesis8733
@cyberneticsynthesis8733 6 жыл бұрын
That is actually a realistic and pragmatic instruction on how to manage fear. I'd even go ahead and say that this is applicable to many situations in life. I also like the "snarky" vibe of the channel. Good work.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
+Cybernetic Synthesis Thanks for the kind words. I was trying to hide the snark though! :-)
@FreestyleTaeKwonDoFederation
@FreestyleTaeKwonDoFederation 7 жыл бұрын
Excellent video Ando! Those are some great quotes to remember! - Daniel
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
It's always an honor to hear from you, sir! I hope all is well with the FTF. Keep kicking!
@kevt2280
@kevt2280 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks alot, you help me so much! Keep up the good work master! Much love
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Love to you, too!
@kevt2280
@kevt2280 7 жыл бұрын
Ando Mierzwa ❤️😄😙
@SehdudeYoon
@SehdudeYoon 7 жыл бұрын
This is really helpful! Thanks Sensei Ando!!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
My pleasure! Thanks for saying hello!
@IbrahimMdahir
@IbrahimMdahir 6 жыл бұрын
Helpful as always
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@enriquegabriel7708
@enriquegabriel7708 Жыл бұрын
I needed this video. I practice MMA but the idea of getting in a real fight always makes me feel nervous.... until now. I'll make sure the cause is worth. Thanks.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa Жыл бұрын
Glad you found it useful, Enrique! Stay safe out there!
@wannabeimperator
@wannabeimperator 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this vid dude, it really helped!!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
+mostly martin That is awesome! Thanks for letting me know!
@CRMLionheart
@CRMLionheart 2 жыл бұрын
The greater the cause, the sharper the claws.... I LOVE THAT! If you don't mind sir, I would like to use that! And thank you for your tips, they really help.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 2 жыл бұрын
Say it all you like! Thank you for the comment! 😁🙏🏻
@masonmiller6371
@masonmiller6371 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting the video. I think it'll help me out when I'm sparring against my Tang Soo Do classmates.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 5 жыл бұрын
I hope so!
@Vinayyadav-zh1cw
@Vinayyadav-zh1cw 5 жыл бұрын
This is real deal coach..your examples are one of the best✌️
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, sir!
@jen-bf1ci
@jen-bf1ci 4 жыл бұрын
this really helped, thanks! lost my confidence when I broke my wrist sparring couple months ago and now I’ve moved up a category😭
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 4 жыл бұрын
Ouch! Sorry for your pain, Jenny, but it sounds like you’re pretty tough! Keep fighting! 👊🏼🙏🏻
@ntcarvalhal
@ntcarvalhal 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for another great video!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for another great comment!
@LidorTsunamiX
@LidorTsunamiX 6 жыл бұрын
Great vid, no bullshit and came straight to the point. You sound very sharp and professional in what you do and I'm sure you're amazing trainer, I subscribed to your channel and I'd love to hear more from you :)
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
Very kind words… thank you! More videos on the way...
@cinderellascauldren7412
@cinderellascauldren7412 5 жыл бұрын
Helpful! Thanks.
@regocyrus
@regocyrus Жыл бұрын
Man you have some great videos, your students are very fortunate.👍
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Reg! 🙏🏻
@pedroribeiro9372
@pedroribeiro9372 7 жыл бұрын
I'm from Portugal and I love your videos! I practice krav maga, and, to me, your vídeos are real usefull. Sorry for my english. Continua! = Keep going!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Your English is way better than my Portuguese! Thank you!
@samalmadani9649
@samalmadani9649 7 жыл бұрын
Sensei Ando you are a legend sir!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Ha! Thank you , Sam!
@Phoelipe
@Phoelipe 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ando for this video. It is very very interresting and it was pretty usefull for me, all your tips and the way you bring it to us. You are a real sensei of martial arts, physical tech' & spiritual tech' also. Thank you very much and keep going on your amazing vids'.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the kind words, Phoelipe! Keep fighting!
@secohen73
@secohen73 3 жыл бұрын
Good tips, Ando.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir!
@dulcesy9030
@dulcesy9030 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great vid👊it helped a lot
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
My pleasure, Miki! Thanks for the comment! :-)
@MrBeis86
@MrBeis86 7 жыл бұрын
100% legit concept. Works with everything by the way,i personally was using it even to get rid of the fear of height by snapling. Thanks,sensei!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Yes, a focused brain works with everything. I'll have to try fear of heights!
@MrBeis86
@MrBeis86 7 жыл бұрын
Ive heard rumors that skilled adept can even try to battle one's fear of women!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
No comment. :)
@timothyt5881
@timothyt5881 2 жыл бұрын
This guy deserves my sub like no one ever has b4
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 2 жыл бұрын
I am honored. Welcome, Timothy! 🙏🏻
@kimmythekidscatoni9396
@kimmythekidscatoni9396 Жыл бұрын
Sensie Ando thank you so very much for your advice it's very helpful thank 😊 you
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome, Kimmy!
@sjguk267
@sjguk267 6 жыл бұрын
This does work, a couple weeks ago our instructor told us to only attack when we could see an opening, I was so focused I didn't have time to worry about being hit, I was also calm and didn't get worn out like normal during sparring. Good advice, thanks
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
Great advice. Give your mind something to focus on and life gets a lot easier! Keep fighting!
@ghostpy
@ghostpy 5 ай бұрын
"The more you control SOMETHING, the less you'll fear EVERYTHING". Excellent quote! It reminds me of this one: "there is only one way to eat an elephant: one bite at a time." The principle stays the same: reduce all of your fears, by reducing one fear at a time.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 5 ай бұрын
Excellent! Thanks for contributing! Now, back to that elephant...
@carlroyrelivo4675
@carlroyrelivo4675 3 жыл бұрын
This is so accurate this is so underrated
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment!
@soumyaraj4042
@soumyaraj4042 7 жыл бұрын
Awesome as always sensei..very very helpful video :) ...and yep i am worth fighting for myself
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Glad we agree on that! :)
@soumyaraj4042
@soumyaraj4042 7 жыл бұрын
Yup sensei! :D
@grasslandgraphics
@grasslandgraphics 7 жыл бұрын
You're the man, Ando.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that sir! Happy training!
@karatekid3153
@karatekid3153 6 жыл бұрын
Sounds useful. Will try it!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
Hope it helps, Philip! Happy training!
@winchester1199
@winchester1199 4 ай бұрын
You are worth fighting for... damn I needed to hear that
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 4 ай бұрын
We all do! Keep fighting! 👊🏼
@bibliomanicpanic
@bibliomanicpanic 6 жыл бұрын
I genuinely could watch days of your videos.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
Ha! Then I better make some more! Thank you! :)
@manikantanrj5398
@manikantanrj5398 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@smittysmith6173
@smittysmith6173 7 жыл бұрын
Excellent as always Sir.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Always appreciate your comments, sir! Thank you!
@smittysmith6173
@smittysmith6173 7 жыл бұрын
You are welcome sir. I wanted to comment further but there was simply nothing of value I could add. Everything was there. Keep it up.
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
High praise, indeed! Thank you!
@MichaelKopanaslike
@MichaelKopanaslike 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@DizGuys
@DizGuys 6 жыл бұрын
Very good points
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@user-fw9ni1ps8h
@user-fw9ni1ps8h 7 жыл бұрын
thanks bro i really needed to improve my confidence and fighting skills your videos are awesome i watched some of them today this is 3rd one im subscribing EDIT : sorry for my bad english
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
Welcome, my friend! And your English is fine!
@popsmorris5887
@popsmorris5887 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent!
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, sir!
@tarunaarya1025
@tarunaarya1025 7 жыл бұрын
thanks for giving confidence,sir
@AndoMierzwa
@AndoMierzwa 7 жыл бұрын
+taruna arya And thank you for the kind comment!
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