Lessons from wrestling.

Sometimes you have to deal with stuff much larger than you think you're capable of dealing with

Sometimes you start from the bottom of the heap. You just have to work harder to get to the top.

Use the skills you've been taught.

Sometimes you're gonna look a little silly doing what you know is right.

Keep on keepin' on.

Always look 'em right in the eye...

You can do it. Even when you really feel like quitting.

If you're on top, you still need to work hard so you can stay on top.

People are always watching you.
(E's had the same coach for five years. He's been watching and encouraging him the WHOLE time. If nothing changes, he will have this same coach when he gets to high school. Cool.)

Somtimes you get hurt.
(And you mom will always wish she could rescue you. But she won't, because you have to figure out how to get out of painful situations by yourself sometimes.)

Sometimes you have to dig really deep to find the strength you need to face challenges.

Know the rules ahead of time.
(E. actually pinned himself with this move. Crazy, huh? We had no idea you could even do that!)

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