
“Being underestimated is a superpower. Let them underestimate you because then they will not be on their guard.”
Maija Solderholm is a martial arts expert with decades of experience training with the likes of Sonny Umpad. Sonny taught her an invaluable lesson: To use being underestimated as a superpower. He would often set up tests, like making her spar with other men. She soon learned that it was a great way to understand people, as they revealed their true character when they had to confront the reality of being beaten by a woman. Through this, Maija learned to be comfortable in uncertainty and to navigate the ultimate conflict of two human beings.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
- How does one handle themselves in the ultimate conflict?
- Is being underestimated a superpower?
- What does it mean when someone reacts to being mildly humiliated?
Thanks again and welcome to Good Life Stories.
About Maija Solderholm
I paint things and I play with swords.
Maija’s Links:
- Website: https://13SpringsArt.com
- Instagram: https://instangram.com/randomflowmaija
- Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofdeception
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/rndmflw
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@Rndmflw
About Tracy Crowley
Tracy Crowley has always been an entrepreneur. Whether it was making gowns for fellow Army wives, taking portraits in black and white, or working on her other businesses, she is always learning something new.
That passion for learning something new and giving something back collide nicely in this podcast.
Join Tracy for Good Life Stories, where simple curiosity brings out great stories, every single time.
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