In this clip from Fargo Talks, I tell Mackenzie Dern that jiu-jitsu feels like chess to me because it is all about angles, leverage, and staying steps ahead. Then we get into the real question. How does she keep that level of focus when her daughter is yelling encouragement from the crowd?
Mackenzie breaks down how she switches between mom mode and fight mode. She talks about the hugs and connection before the fight, then flipping the switch the moment she walks out. She explains why she sometimes avoids eye contact with her daughter in that moment to stay focused, and how her daughter understands the difference.
She also talks about training with her daughter running around the gym, climbing on cages, and being part of the environment. That exposure helps her handle pressure and stay aware without losing focus.
This clip is about parenting, discipline, focus, and what real balance looks like in high-pressure moments.
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