Discipline, emotional control, technique, and strategy—these are just a few of the many benefits sports offer for self-awareness and mental health. This, in turn, can influence high-performance leaders, like Vinícius de Sá, an entrepreneur and Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, who exemplifies this connection.
“In Jiu-Jitsu, without technique, you become an easy target. It’s the same in business. It’s not about working harder, but about building processes that work for you,” he says.
Leading an operation that has generated over R$500 million in revenue for clients, Vinícius emphasizes that success in business starts in the mind: with clarity, planning, and repetition.
Lessons for Success
Visualize victory before taking action
Have technique and a plan: don’t improvise on essentials
Stay calm under pressure: control is an advantage
Repeat the process until it works for you
Understand that strength without strategy is wasted
“Certainty of victory keeps you calm. There is no self-confidence without a plan. Jiu-Jitsu taught me that battles are won beforehand, with preparation and mindset,” says Vinícius, who applies sports principles to team building, leadership, and decision-making.
Sports and Self-Knowledge
In terms of self-awareness, sports help you better understand your body, mind, and limits. Knowing what works for you is essential for developing a lighter, more assertive mindset.
Working with others and understanding the best paths to take are important pillars of self-knowledge, and sports play an active role in this process. Move your body!
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