Rickson Gracie, one of the most celebrated mixed martial arts fighters in history, tells the story of his life and how embracing the philosophy of Flow has helped him achieve unparalleled success in everything he does. Drawing on his own experiences as well as those of other legends such as Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods and Elon Musk, Rickson shows how masteringFlow means abandoning your ego to act with total certainty in any moment; learning to fall down seven times and get up eight; perceiving obstacles not as threats but rather as opportunities for growth; and staying relentlessly focused on what you truly want. Breathe is an unforgettable guide to finding meaning and fulfillment in every aspect of your life.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for anyone looking to achieve success in any area of their lives. Rickson Gracie shares his own journey and how he has been able to use the philosophy of Flow to become one of the most celebrated fighters in history as well as find success in other areas such as business and family life.
Pros :
- The author writes about the philosophy of Flow and how it has helped him achieve unparalleled success in everything he does.
- The book contains stories from other legends such as Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods and Elon Musk which makes it interesting to read.
- The book is an unforgettable guide to finding meaning and fulfillment in every aspect of your life.
Cons :
- The author is a mixed martial artist, so the writing could be biased.
- The book may only apply to people who are trying to achieve success in physical activities.
- It’s geared towards Americans, and might not translate well in other countries
Learn more about the author
Rickson Gracie is a fourth-degree black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and the eldest son of Helio Gracie, the founder of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. A mixed martial artist for over thirty years, he has competed against some of the biggest names in combat sports, including Royce Gracie (his younger brother), Ken Shamrock and Dan Severn. Widely considered one of the greatest fighters who ever lived, Rickson is also a successful entrepreneur and family man.
Reader Reviews
“Rickson Gracie is the perfect messenger and this book will change your life.”
“Rickson Gracie is one of the most accomplished and celebrated mixed martial artists in history. In Breathe: A Life in Flow, he tells the story of his life – how embracing the philosophy of flow has helped him achieve unparalleled success in everything he does.”
“Breathe by Rickson Gracie is a book about living life in the moment and being focused on what you want. The author, one of the most successful mixed martial arts fighters in history, shares how embracing the philosophy of Flow has helped him achieve unparalleled success in everything he does.”
“A must-read for anyone looking to tap into their inner potential and live a life of purpose.”