“In MMA, it’s the opposite [being more aggressive]. I found out how to hone those things, how to bring it down and use it to my benefit. (To) Literally find the peace in the violence. Find those gaps, find the pleasant place in this because you cannot exist as a human being consistently and effectively in that kind of negativity, that kind of violence and that high maintenance situation.”
Hardy believes that these lessons have helped him change his outlook on his new career and will propel him to further success in the sport.
Make sure you tune into ESPN at 9pm/6pm ETPT to watch “The Prince of War” take on Juan Adams on the main card of UFC San Antonio.
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