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I used to say all the time, "Changing things is not that easy."
But it is just as easy as making up your mind. You can always make a decision. And if that decision doesn't work, you can make another decision.
While I’ve never been interested in combat sports myself, I’ve always wanted to connect with my partner’s passion for martial arts. That curiosity led me to read Henry Cejudo’s book, but My Fight, Your Fight by Ronda Rousey completely floored me. Rousey’s journey isn’t just about chasing dreams or fueling a passion—it’s about dedicating your entire life to something you believe in. Her story inspired me in ways I didn’t expect, making me more eager than ever to sit down and watch UFC fights with my partner. This book isn’t just for fight fans—it’s for anyone who appreciates relentless determination and the power of resilience.
I really did not expect to like this book this much. It makes no difference that since the publication of the book Ronda has lost her title and has basically retired from the sport. It is well written and had my full attention from page one. This is a very inspirational story and there are a lot of lessons in there that apply to everyone. It is refreshing to have a female athlete get the recognition she deserves and rightfully be a role model for everyone.
While reading her novel, I decided that I would become an Olympic judo fighter. Once I finished the novel and looked at my 5’0” stature, and assessed my utter lack of any experience or aptitude for fighting, I decided I could be badass without beating up women from all over the world for medals. (Although in my mind, I still kick ass. Every. Time.)
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Full review at: http://theperusingsociety.weebly.com/the-reading-dungeon.
I really enjoyed reading about the woman behind the success. As someone who is an athlete and very active, I really felt there were a lot of life lessons to take from Ronda. I'm a fan and this book just made my admiration grow for her whether she wins or losses.
If you've ever wanted to know more about the undefeated UFC champ, read this book. It will inspire the shit out of you!!
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Wow!! Ce roman est du pur délice. Ronda se livré complètement dans toutes ses imperfections. Elle se montre vraie, combattante et sensible. J'ai bien aimé regarder les combats dont elle parlait après les avoir lus selon son analyse. Il est si différent d'apprécier un combat de l'oeil de l'athlète que de notre oeil de spectateurs.
DONT FIGHT RONDA ROUSEY! I’M SERIOUS!!!! I loved this book so much. I had, um, no idea who she was until I read this book . . . Now I’m kinda scared of her. I do judo, and I would get legit anxiety if I locked eyes with her before a fight. I look up to her now. She is such a strong person, and I aspire to be like her.
P.S. (WARNING: BASICALLY EVERY CURSE WORD IS IN THIS BOOK. BEWARE.)
P.S. (WARNING: BASICALLY EVERY CURSE WORD IS IN THIS BOOK. BEWARE.)
Rousey writes a book that packs almost as much of a punch as the woman herself. A story as inspiring as her rise to fame and making her even more lovable than before. I loved it!
I absolutely devoured this book in less than a day. It's written with such heart and such simple truths that anyone can relate. Ronda is an inspiring athlete and the lessons contained can easily translate to life in general. She admits her mistakes. She lays bare the troubles she endured. And she lays her adversity on the mat no differently than she has lain every opponent she has faced.
The opening lines of one of her chapters reads, "When you’re in the middle of the hustle, there are going to be times when your life is complete shit and you’ve got absolutely nothing to show for the effort you’ve put in. I don’t just mean tough times, but the moments when you have to swallow your pride and check your ego. I’m talking about the kind of times where, if it were happening to someone else, you would silently be thanking God that it wasn’t happening to you. There were times when I knew that I was in a terrible situation, but I also knew that it wouldn’t last forever. Those are the moments when you have to remind yourself that this experience is a defining moment in your life, but you are not defined by it."
How can you not be inspired by that?
The opening lines of one of her chapters reads, "When you’re in the middle of the hustle, there are going to be times when your life is complete shit and you’ve got absolutely nothing to show for the effort you’ve put in. I don’t just mean tough times, but the moments when you have to swallow your pride and check your ego. I’m talking about the kind of times where, if it were happening to someone else, you would silently be thanking God that it wasn’t happening to you. There were times when I knew that I was in a terrible situation, but I also knew that it wouldn’t last forever. Those are the moments when you have to remind yourself that this experience is a defining moment in your life, but you are not defined by it."
How can you not be inspired by that?