There are a lot of stories coming out after the mega money fight this past Saturday. The ones I am enjoying the most are the stories of where Conor McGregor came from.
A Quick Summary
A decade ago, McGregor was collecting welfare checks from the Irish government. After choosing to leave an apprenticeship as a plumber, Conor decided he wanted to take up the fight game.
The welfare checks were enough to support his training, and pay for necessities. Being the sanguine personality that he is, those checks also paid for Conor's trips to nightclubs, where he met his love, Dee Devlin.
The support of Dee, and an intervention from Coach Kavanagh kept Conor from going off the deep end.
Conor has always been eccentric, but at the time he was not being disciplined enough to make a name for himself. There was a heart to heart meeting between Coach Kavanagh, and Conor's family one night that set the tone for the future.
Soon after, Conor won his first UFC bout, and excitedly shared his winnings as, 60 G's.
That taste of success began to fuel a rise to stardom, and a Rocky like story for the little guy to cling to.
Mentorship and Family
Conor's story goes to show the importance of a balanced team around a transcendent talent.
The wasteland of lost talent is littered with what if scenarios. Many a man and woman have gone astray because the right people were not around them to knock them upside their head when they needed it.
Conor has said time and again that he would not be where he is today without Dee. His main goal now is to set her and his family up so they never have to worry about money again.
You may not have "made it" yet, but you'll never be there unless there are people that round you out on the way there.
Success is not in reaching a mountain, it is the success you become on the climb.
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Video Source: McGregor's first UFC win
He is inspiring...that walk though.
Lol, like a guerilla on two legs.
Beside a Successful Man is a strong woman. Nice story my friend, upped.
You got it. Thank you.
you are welcome
Mcgregor is inspiring so many people right now. It's awesome to see.
Inspiring it is.
uh yeah, I don't like fighting...and neither do the people I fought
Haha, noted.
I love his story but couldn't watch the fight, it's like I kinda feel the punches...
It is a great story. And that is ok, my wife doesn't enjoy it like I do.
"May the wind be always at his back"
I may be a little biased being a mick and all but you gotta love this guy!
He is fun to watch. :)
Everyone needs to have an anchor.
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Very nice and touching story of fighting spirit and love of the family and friends. Just like a bird, he cannot fly without the wind beneath his wings. But, how many would be so lucky to find the support they need at the right time; either physical, emotional or spiritual support. Those people who could make it on their own are few and far in between. So I just wish people would be kinder and more compassionate towards each other..
Thanks for such a good post.
Cheers
It is a touching story.
Thank you for reading, and your insightful comment.
Thank YOU for posting this article, really. Great stuff should be shared and cherished.
Cheers.
Glad you enjoyed it!
great to know about it they both are amazing person :)
Yes, they are. :)
Awesome Mcgregor , amazing Fight:)
It was fun to watch. :)
That's an interesting story. I like hearing stories of successful peoples' humble beginnings.
Excellent post.. Upvoted
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wow great investigating, loved it thanks for sharing.
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