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In this inspiring episode of Manders Mindset, Manders welcomes Jeff Patterson — martial artist, meditation teacher, founder of Northwest Fighting Arts, and creator of The Yielding Warrior. With over 36 years of experience, Jeff shares how ancient meditative and martial arts practices can unlock personal power, emotional balance, and resilience in today’s fast-paced world.


Jeff reveals the profound concept of yielding — a practice rooted in thousands of years of wisdom — and how it transforms physical strength, mental clarity, and emotional intelligence. Through his signature three pillars of yielding and five regulations of meditation, Jeff offers listeners a blueprint for building a focused, centered, and empowered life.


In this episode, you’ll learn:


🥋 What “yielding” really means — and how it transforms conflict into opportunity


🧘‍♂️ How physical, mental, and emotional yielding work together for personal growth


🛠️ The Five Regulations of Meditation that create lasting mindset shifts


🏆 How meditation improves athletic performance, resilience, and productivity


📚 The story behind The Yielding Warrior and why Jeff believes mindset is everything


🛤️ How to create a consistent meditation practice that sticks — even for beginners


🌟 Why consistency beats talent, and how small daily practices lead to major breakthroughs


Timeline Summary:


[0:30] – Meet Jeff Patterson: Martial artist, father, community builder, and lifelong learner
[5:24] – Building Northwest Fighting Arts Academy and the philosophy behind it
[8:04] – The Three Pillars of Yielding: Physical, Mental, and Emotional strategies
[12:17] – How a boxing coach’s advice to meditate changed everything
[19:29] – Meditation's impact on martial arts, leadership, and daily life
[27:08] – The Five Regulations: Body, Breath, Mind, Energy, and Spirit
[36:52] – The Story of the Stonecutter: Why unseen growth matters most
[42:14] – Where to find Jeff’s free book, training programs, and teacher certification


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Website: The Yielding Warrior (https://www.theyieldingwarrior.com)


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