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By Chris Cannon, M2MMA General Manager

“In the jungle, feelings get you killed. Only action keeps you alive.” This line from 50 Cent is raw, unapologetic and deeply true for anyone who’s ever stepped into the arena. In professional sport, just like in the jungle, hesitation is the enemy. Doubt, fear, insecurity, they may be human, but they’re not useful when the lights come on. In moments of pressure, there’s no room to wait for motivation or emotional clarity. You move, or you fall.

It's a mindset that 50 Cent himself has embodied throughout his life. From surviving nine gunshot wounds to building a business empire across music, entertainment, and consumer goods, his story is proof that success comes from decisive action, not emotional hesitation. He didn’t make it out because he felt good. He made it because he kept moving, kept executing, and never let fear or doubt dictate his direction. His quote isn’t just metaphorical, it’s autobiographical. And it’s a philosophy that holds true whether you’re stepping into a recording booth or into the cage.

This mindset was also never clearer than in Alexander Volkanovski’s return to the top. After back-to-back knockout losses, he had every reason to hesitate. Every reason to doubt himself. Every emotion imaginable, crashing in. But he didn’t give in to the noise. He acted. He prepared. And when the time came, he stepped back into the cage and reclaimed what was his.

The same could be said for Rory McIlroy’s emotional triumph at The Masters. After a decade of heartbreak and near-misses at Augusta, he had every reason to question whether he’d ever complete the career Grand Slam. The weight of expectation was heavy. The pressure to finish the one thing missing from his storied career had become a mental burden. But instead of waiting for the perfect moment or perfect feeling, he did what great athletes do—he acted. He trusted his process. He stepped onto one of the world’s most unforgiving stages and delivered.

And what happened after? Both McIlroy and Volkanovski, athletes known for their composure, broke down. You could see the emotion pour out of them once the job was done. That release was powerful, not because they lost control, but because it showed how they’d kept it together when it mattered most. They didn’t suppress emotion—they harnessed it and focused it the direction of their goals. That’s the difference between being ruled by emotion and being in control of it. In those post-victory moments, you saw just how much it had cost them to stay focused. And how much sweeter it felt because they had.

This is the harsh reality of elite sport: no one cares how you feel when it's time to perform.

Playing professional sport taught me this truth. There is a famous saying in golf. "There are no pictures on the score card." In other words, all that matters is your score. Not how you felt, but simply how you scored. The same goes for life. You have to show up, and you will be judged on your actions, not your feelings. I learned that when the pressure is on, when life throws setbacks or uncertainty at you, you have to put the emotions aside and do what needs to be done to achieve the stated goal. You will be knocked down. Over and over. There is only one response. You get back up and go again. That doesn’t mean emotions aren’t real, or valid. It means that to survive, you must act despite them. Champions don’t win because they feel good. They win because they’ve trained themselves to move forward even when they don’t. To push through when the mind screams “slow down.” To execute when everything inside is uncertain.

The psychology of performance isn’t about removing emotion, it’s about mastering it. Turning fear into focus. Turning pressure into presence. And when necessary, tuning it all out and just doing the job.

This quote “feelings get you killed” isn’t about becoming numb. It’s about becoming precise. Emotion can fuel your preparation, your reason, your mission. But in the arena, execution is king. Discipline beats motivation. Systems beat sentiment. Action beats anxiety.

That’s why at M2MMA , we’re not just building athletes, we’re building frameworks for performance. Mental preparation, cognitive recovery, resilience training, emotional regulation. These are not buzzwords. They’re survival tools. Our approach aligns with the principles of Positive Psychology not the soft, feel-good version, but the applied, high-performance kind. It's about helping athletes tap into their strengths, develop grit, and maintain clarity under pressure so they can perform not just better, but more consistently when it matters most.

Because the moment comes for every athlete. The noise builds. The pressure rises. The fear creeps in. And in that moment, the question is simple:

Will you freeze, or will you act?

In the jungle, in the cage, in the boardroom, the answer must be the same.

Only action keeps you alive.

By Chris Cannon

For 20 years, I pursued a career as a professional golfer. I competed on seven different tours across more than 30 countries, chasing the dream of playing at the highest level. From early triumphs to enduring financial challenges, the journey shaped me profoundly and raised one haunting question toward the end of my career: What comes next?

Like many athletes, I dreaded life beyond sport. Not just due to uncertainty, but because of what I feared losing. Competition was my life, the relentless pursuit of improvement, structured goals, and the adrenaline of performing under pressure. Sport gave me purpose. Losing that identity, that edge, terrified me. I was apprehensive about what came next and entering a world that might not challenge me similarly.

But when I stepped into the business world as General Manager of M2MMA , I discovered something unexpected: a new arena with familiar rules, and new goals to match my ambition.

Working with the team at M2MMA to build a New Era of Combat Sports Promotion gave me the opportunity to continue to channel my competitive instinct. It has provided me with new challenges, clear objectives, and the familiar thrill of pursuing excellence in order to achieve our ambitious goals. Navigating pressure situations, embracing risk, and constantly learning is still a part of my daily life, only now, it wasn't just for me. At M2MMA success has taken on a whole new meaning with far greater reason. The opportunity to address the issues of Traumatic Brain Injury, Athlete Welfare and Fan Experience goes far beyond the individual goals and purpose I once held.

I have found in many ways sport and business mirror each other. Both demand performance under intense pressure. Both prioritize execution over intention. Both require emotional mastery, not suppression, but disciplined channeling. In golf, we say, "There are no pictures on the scorecard." Beautiful shots mean nothing without results. Similarly, in business, vision and passion are crucial but outcomes ultimately determine success and I think that's why I felt right at home so quickly in my new found arena.

As I discussed previously in my article Game Changers : Athletes Redefining Success In The Boardroom some of the world’s greatest athletes exemplify this crossover. I look up to legends such as Michael Jordan leveraged his athletic prowess into a billion-dollar brand through Nike and NBA franchise ownership. The inspirational George Foreman transitioned from heavyweight boxing champion to global business magnate with his namesake grill. These men carried their relentless focus, strategic understanding, and competitive instincts honed through sports into the business world and continued winning. They didn’t abandon the arena; they adapted to a new one. A Champions mindset embodied.

The parallels between sports and business are greatly evident when examining leadership, team selection, and management strategies. In both sports and business, leadership sets the tone, inspires trust, and motivates teams toward shared goals. Effective leaders in sports carefully select athletes based on character, resilience, and compatibility, recognizing that raw talent alone isn't sufficient for success. Likewise, business leaders focus on building teams that blend skills, mindsets, and cultural fit. Managing these teams involves understanding individual strengths, fostering collaboration, resolving conflicts effectively, and maintaining morale during challenging times.

AI-driven tools are increasingly essential in both sectors, enhancing team-building and performance management. In sports, AI provides coaches and athletes with deeper insights into performance metrics, individual personalities, predicts team dynamics, and personalizes training to optimize collaboration and effectiveness. It supports injury prevention and monitors mental readiness, ensuring athletes perform at their best. Similarly, in business, AI assists in performance optimization, streamlining productivity, evaluating emotional intelligence and identifying candidates who best fit high-stakes roles. As previously discussed, team dynamics on a sports team or in a business are at the heart of a successful result and utilizing AI can be a game changing factor to identify how to formulate a winning team. Additionally, AI significantly transforms customer and fan experiences through personalized engagement, predictive analytics that anticipate consumer behaviors, and interactive platforms that foster stronger connections between audiences and brands or teams. Whether through tailored content, precise forecasting of customer needs, or immersive digital interactions, AI is revolutionizing fan and customer relationships in both sectors.

Ultimately, both sport and business are results-driven sectors. They share fundamental similarities: clear objectives, intense pressure, emotional discipline, and an unwavering focus on outcomes. Success in either arena demands performance, accountability, and the relentless pursuit of winning.

These core principles guided my sports career and continues to shape my approach to everything I do at M2MMA. The goal always has been and always will be - To be the Best!

M2MMA is a revolutionary combat sports promotion that transforms the industry through cutting-edge innovation, advanced technology, and a steadfast commitment to athlete welfare. By integrating artificial intelligence, data-driven insights, and forward-thinking strategies, M2MMA enhances athlete safety, optimizes performance, and redefines the fan experience. Focusing on community engagement and fostering a dynamic future for combat sports, M2MMA stands at the intersection of technology and tradition, driving progress while honoring the sport's rich heritage.

The company is publicly traded on the Over-the-Counter Bulletin Board (OTCBB) of NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "RLAB." 

RLAB/M2MMA is majority controlled by M2Bio Sciences, which is also publicly traded on the Over-the-Counter market under the ticker symbol (OTC Pink: MRES)