“If You’re Being Bullied…”: After Joe Rogan, Dustin Poirier Opens Up on How the World of MMA Changed His Life

‘The Diamond’ sides with Joe Rogan! The 55-year-old UFC commentator has often advocated MMA as a means to uplift oneself and counter bullying. Now, #2 Lightweight Dustin Poirier has voiced a similar tune – instilling MMA as one of the saviors for bullying victims, especially children.

Around a month ago, Rogan shared his personal story of being bullied during a podcast interview. In the conversation, the JRE host revealed how martial arts changed him completely. In the same vein, in a recent interview, Poirier explained why he advocates that “martial arts is a great thing” – and it’s not just for fighting bullies. What’s more – UFC’s ‘Diamond’ thinks it’s high time to incorporate MMA into a way of living.

Dustin Poirier reiterates that MMA transformed his fife

Fred Pinto kicks off the interview, praising Dustin Poirier’s remarkable accolades. The discussion started with the duo delving into the intriguing nuances of how self-defense builds character. As their dialogue progressed, the host brought up the idea of teaching self-defense to kids to counter bullying in schools. On the same note, ‘The Diamond’ had a lot to say – and he’s arguably right about it all.

Poirier opened up about the profound impact of mixed martial arts (MMA) on his life. The #2 Lightweight fighter emphasized the importance of martial arts, especially for children facing bullying in schools. He started off by saying, “Yeah, I think everybody should – especially the children. Not just for the self-defense things that something like Jiu-jitsu would give you.”

Moreover, UFC’s ‘Diamond’ reflected on his own journey, expressing regret that he hadn’t started earlier. He believes that learning martial arts not only equips individuals with self-defense skills but also helps build character and self-confidence.

Poirier acknowledged that bullying is a serious issue and that knowing how to defend oneself is crucial. Adding to this, he advocated the use of MMA as a countermeasure. In the same vein, he added, “You do need to know how to defend yourself and carry yourself around people, especially in those kind of positions if you’re being bullied and things like that.”

However, the 34-year-old also stressed that the benefits of martial arts go beyond self-defense. Engaging in martial arts allows individuals to test and discover themselves. “But [also] just to uplift who you are and to learn about yourself through martial arts is a great way to do it,” Diamond echoed. But he’s not the only one trying to make a change.

Joe Rogan’s battle against bullying made him realize he was “not a loser”

What’s more – Joe Rogan, the 55-year-old UFC commentator, and JRE podcast host, has often advocated similar views. He has been a staunch supporter of martial arts as a means of combating bullying and empowering individuals. 

Via the Oil and Whiskey YouTube podcast, the JRE host recently revealed his childhood battle against bullying. Reflecting on his own childhood experiences, Rogan revealed that he faced insecurity and bullying due to frequent relocations after his parent’s separation.

However, martial arts became a transformative experience for Rogan, “Martial arts was the first thing that I ever did where I realized like ‘Hey, maybe I’m not a loser.’

MMA instilled a sense of self-worth and confidence in the young, bullied Rogan. Moreover, he added, “I was getting bullied when I go to these new schools so that’s like I gotta learn how to fight. That’s when I started doing martial arts and it just changed who I am.” Inspired by his own journey, Rogan encourages people, especially children, to learn martial arts as a means to stand up for themselves and discover their potential.

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Both Joe Rogan and Dustin Poirier have witnessed the life-changing effects of martial arts. For Rogan, it provided strength and self-assurance during difficult times, while Poirier recognized its value in uplifting individuals and fostering personal growth.

What do you think about these UFC stars’ take on the battle against bullying? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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