{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"202. Turning Pain into Power with Julio Rivera of Internal Jiu Jitsu","description":"This week on Warriors Unmasked, Julio Angel Rivera, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo and Japanese Jiu Jitsu black belt, World Master Champion, author, and founder of Internal Jiu Jitsu, shares his incredible journey from witnessing trauma as a child to building a life of healing, mindfulness, and purpose. At eight years old, Julio witnessed a murder that changed his life forever. What followed were decades of suppressed pain, anger, and depression, until he found his path through therapy, writing, bodybuilding, and the discipline of martial arts. Through his philosophy of Internal Jiu Jitsu, Julio shows how we can channel resistance into growth and find peace in the midst of chaos. You\u2019ll hear about:   How a childhood trauma shaped Julio\u2019s mental health journey   The healing power of movement, writing, and community   Why facing pain requires faith, and why asking for help is the first step to strength   The connection between martial arts and mindfulness and how stillness can quiet a racing mind   Julio\u2019s two books (Broke Down Sensei and Internal Jiu Jitsu) and his mission to empower others through mental health awareness   Whether you\u2019re fighting battles on the mat or in your mind, Julio\u2019s story is a powerful reminder that healing takes courage, community, and the willingness to \u201cjust give it another day.\u201d Chapters: 00:00 \u2013 Intro: From Trauma to Triumph 02:15 \u2013 Growing Up in the Bronx: The Early Years 05:45 \u2013 Addiction, Incarceration &amp;amp; Military Life 09:30 \u2013 Finding Recovery Through Peer Support 13:10 \u2013 The Power of Storytelling in Mental Health 16:20 \u2013 Building Mental Health First Aid USA 20:00 \u2013 National Advocacy and White House Influence 23:30 \u2013 Challenges of Behavioral Health Policy 27:15 \u2013 Leading with Lived Experience 30:00 \u2013 Faith, Leadership, and Family 34:15 \u2013 Julio's Advice to Aspiring Changemakers 37:20 \u2013 Chuck\u2019s Challenge: Reclaiming Your Power Through Service &amp;nbsp; Chuck\u2019s Challenge: When life feels too heavy, pause and breathe. Tell yourself to just give it one more day and take one step forward. Sometimes that\u2019s the bravest move you can make. Connect with Julio Rivera: Website: Internal Jiu Jitsu Instagram: @InternalJiuJitsu Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/internaljiujitsu\/ Medium: @\u200cjulioangelrivera1 YouTube: Internal Jiu Jitsu &amp;nbsp; Connect with Chuck: Check out the website: https:\/\/www.thecompassionateconnection.com\/  Linked In: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/chuck-thuss-a9aa044\/ Follow on Instagram: @warriorsunmasked Join the Warriors Unmasked community by subscribing to the show. Together, we\u2019re breaking stigmas and shining a light on mental health, one story at a time. &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Warriors Unmasked","author_url":"http:\/\/www.warriorsunmasked.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38497895\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/38497895"}