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The conversation touches on the mental warfare fighters face—distinguishing between intimidation tactics and genuine respect. The fighter remarks on how trash talk or mind games can either throw someone off or backfire, with examples like Jose Aldo’s reaction to Conor McGregor or how fighters stay composed to stay ahead.
He emphasizes the “psychological edge,” noting that seasoned fighters understand tendencies and mental cues, using experience and seizing opportunities to gain advantage. The importance of maintaining composure is reinforced, particularly during moments when opponents attempt to rattle fighters with trash talk or gestures.