E494 Dustin Poirier

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Apr 9, 2024

Dustin Poirier, a top UFC lightweight and founder of The Good Fight Foundation, opens up about his journey since winning at UFC 299. He shares insights on navigating the mental challenges post-fight losses and the importance of resilience. The conversation takes a humorous turn with discussions on peculiar organ donations and bonding over Louisiana crawfish season. Poirier also spills his predictions for UFC 300 while reflecting on the emotional aspects of being a fighter and the evolving landscape of combat sports.

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Seeking Therapy and Escape

Following his loss, Poirier sought therapy and experienced some very low nights.
He even left his home on several occasions to get a hotel room, feeling he had to escape.

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The 35-Year-Old Pact

At 18, Poirier and his wife, Jolie, made a pact that he wouldn't fight past 35.
Now 35, he still feels good and doesn't want to stop competing.

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Accepting the Chandler Fight

Poirier accepted the Chandler fight because he needed a goal and a challenge.
He was fighting himself mentally and needed to channel that energy elsewhere.

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