THE DAILY DOZE

NEW TEAM : SAME FAMILY!

2012-02-08T11:21:00.000-08:00

Life is a journey that has many highs and lows, smiles and cries. Each journey has its own sets of risks and rewards, NO two are the exact same. In 2006 I chose Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to be the vehicale I use to travel down my road in life. The team I linked up with was Gracie Barra with Master Nelson Monteiro and Professor Rafael 'Foca' Ramos. These two men represented a clean and purposeful life that I always wanted, but, did not know how to achieve myself. Through training at their academy I learned many things about myself which helped me build a great sense of self-worth and a massive desire to be the best I can be in everything I do in life!

My decision to 'step out' on my own and create my own school was a pure branding decision with no personally based issues. In my heart (and my skin with tattoos) I will always be a GB team member because they started me on this BJJ journey and for that I am forever great full. I have never been one to conform or fall in line. From a very young age I always wanted things done my way, the older I get, nothing changes. The changing of names and logos on my school does nothing but push me even harder because now, all the responsibility is on my shoulders to succeed of fail!

This transformation is being done with blessings from all of Gracie Barra and most importantly my coaches Master Nelson Monteiro and Professor Rafael 'Foca' Ramos. I do not want anyone to speculate or question the motives or the process. I AM Gracie Barra and all my BJJ knowledge will be from them and their spectacular training staff as long as I have legs to carry me to training!

I would like to extend a huge thank you to Master Nelson Monteiro, Professor Rafael 'Foca' Ramos, Jaco Clothing, Mike Murphy, Ryan 'RyRobb' Robinson, Tommy Tadeo and my daddy 'Papa E' for the blessing and continued support in reaching my dreams and taking this journey with me! I. WILL. NOT. LET. YOU. ALL. DOWN.!!!

Love you all greatly from the bottom of my heart! Means worlds to me!

<3
Mark Doze

My 20,000th Tweet

2012-01-26T18:25:00.001-08:00

LIFE IS SHORT
GET OFF AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE
LOVE AS HARD AS YOU CAN
COME BACK WITH YOUR SHIELD
OR ON IT!!!

OSSSSSS!!!!!

Hey!

2011-12-20T16:25:00.000-08:00

Watch my videos =)

Vegas ReUnites 'US'

2011-12-06T18:40:00.000-08:00

There are events and experiences that come our way as we travel our journey in life, that make us stop and fully appreciate the people we are blessed to have in our life. As many of you know, Loco and I had to part ways so that he could pursue a huge opportunity professionally across the country in Florida. This transition period has been one of the hardest things I have had to endure in my life. The weekend of December 3rd was a massive 'healing' session for me, as well as our entire group of friends that felt the lose of Loco leaving San Diego. We re-united under the lights of the Vegas strip to see our lost friend, celebrate two of our most precious friends birthdays & support or friend as he fought MMA on the biggest stage of his long lived career.

For me it was a time of healing and remembrance of that great friendship I had with Loco. It was also the start of our newest chapter, trips to see one another, to embark and create new memories.

Loco was not the only person I was able to see and reconnect with while out in Vegas. I also had the opportunity to spend quality time with my girl Pheonix Marie. Her and I played 'Gay Besties' all weekend and it was an amazing experience. She teaches me to never judge a book by its cover, EVERY day!

Two amazing girls that I do not get to spend the amount of time with that I would like, are my girls Melissa and Miss Jackie. These two lovelys are two of the sweetest and most caring females one can have the pleasure of calling friends!

*Melissa

*Miss Jackie

Having an opportunity to become close with a man such as Jason 'Mayhem' Miller has had such a positive impact on me, I do not even think HE realizes just how much! He fought Michael Bisping to conclude this past season of the UFC's show, The Ultimate Fighter. It was an honor and privilege to have trained with him for it, witness the preparation behind the lights and be at the even to show him support on that massive day for him. He came up just a little bit short in the fight to not get the victory, but, he definitely became a winner. Having been with his parents all weekend and hearing what he has gone through to get to where he is, no way he can be considered a loser! I love you as a brother and a fan Jason, thank you for letting me tag along on your journey and helping me along in mine!

This weekend will stand the test of time as one of the fondest memories in my life! Having the opportunity to be part of this weekend with a group of people who love each other as much as we all do, was incredible! I would like to personally extend a huge thank you to everyone that made this weekend what it was : Ryan Loco, Mannaze, Al Powers, Danny Fresh, Phoenix, Mellisa, Mayhem, Miss Jackie, Scott Cralley, Carol Cralley, Mike Murphy, Lorie Krider and the newest awesome addition to the family - Mossey Boy!

25 to LIFE

2011-10-26T12:26:00.000-07:00

In 25 short years I have learned some values essential to having a great life:

Never stop telling the people in your life how much you love them and how much they mean to you!
Don't live your dream, chase it down and make it yours!
Stop along the way to appreciate each and every gift life has granted you.
Be quick to give love and support, and slow to pass judgment or criticism.
Live by a code of honor, respect, faith, self-sacrifice and love and never stray too far from it.
Be the best person (child, sibling, life mate, friend, leader...) you can be each day, and, always go to bed better than when you woke up

...and...

WE ARE PLACED ON THIS EARTH FOR SOMETHING MUCH, MUCH, MUCH GREATER THAN OURSELVES - BE PART OF THE WHOLE!

To all my friends and family - I love you with every fiber of my being!
Thank you for the last 25, lets make the next 25 ten fold!

XoXo
Mark Doze

WAR GBSV

2011-09-30T20:13:00.001-07:00

2011-09-07T17:49:00.001-07:00

JUST CAUSE !!!

NAKAMA / DOZE BRAND UNITES

2011-08-23T15:27:00.000-07:00

2011-08-22T19:18:00.001-07:00

THIS IS MY WATCH!!!

GOING LIVE!!!

2011-08-22T19:00:00.000-07:00

NO SUCH THING AS HALF WAY CROOKS

2011-08-15T12:13:00.001-07:00

Proud Parent

2011-07-20T12:07:00.000-07:00

Dear Son,

Today is your one year old birthday. I can not express how happy I am that you are in my life. You have made me become a better Son, Brother, Friend, Fighter, Mentor and overall Person. The lessons I have learned over this past year raising you are priceless and will forever shape the way I think, act and feel. You have endured many trials and tribulations, but yet you still stand tall. You were beaten, starved and abused from birth on yet you still live to fight. You have given hope to many people, from many different walks of life, in ways I never thought possible. You make my life complete and give it insurmountable purpose and joy. As I watch you crawl, walk and eventually run I am so thankful that I am the man you call your daddy. I now see my life through much clearer eyes having you to look out for. You my child are GRACIE BARRA SORRENTO VALLEY! There are no real words to express how I feel about you. I leave you with this my child: "Through the hurt and the pain, the trials and failures, the lies and deceit, the abuse and neglect, know that I will always love you and that you will forever be a positive force in countless lives. Never give up, never retreat, never surrender because your power is unmatched and your motivation is love!"

Forever and always

YOUR proud papa

Mark Doze

RISK : REWARD

2011-06-29T17:19:00.000-07:00

*RISK: exposure to the chance of injury or loss; a hazard or dangerous chance
*REWARD: something given or received in return or recompense for service, merit, hardship, etc.

Everyone (in his or her own life) will come across decisions much more in depth than a simple 'Yes' or 'No'. Is it a simple matter of RISK:REWARD or something deeper? Only that person, at that particular time in their life - that exact moment, can make that call. It's a decision not based on what someone stands to lose compared to what they stand to gain, it is much more. When making life altering decisions one must consider how the outcome can effect them, as well as, anyone else who is involved. Every decision made effects those closest to us and there is no way to change that. This puts tremendous stress and weight on the shoulders of the one making that decision.

We should not judge anyone's decisions in life. We must not let our decisions, or those of people close to us, adversely effect us. We can only try our best to understand and support them in what they have chosen. If you look at EVERY decision as a 'Learning Experience' it is impossible not to grow and come out stronger, with a good attitude and a powerful lesson learned. Standing behind Your decisions or, the decisions of those close to you, is a matter of RISK:REWARD. If you chose not too, the RISK is losing a part of you or an opportunity to grow as a person that you may never get a chance to get back. The REWARD is just that itself, the disappearance of 'risk' - with that you can never lose!

'Live without Risk'

-MD

SHE WILL NEVER KNOW

2011-06-20T12:49:00.000-07:00

She will never know just how much, or why, I love her! She can not and will not ever understand how much she gives to me every day. She is the first thing I wake up to and the last thing I see before I close my eyes to sleep. I must map my daily life around her needs. I must always make sure she is the first thing taken care of when I leave town . I always worry about her and if she is hungry, thirsty, lonely or sad. I have almost lost her in death due to sickness a few times and those were some of the scariest hours of my life. I do, and feel ALL of this for one simple reason, it is because she lives in love and devotion for me. Her simple minded life knows only to love and be loved with no options otherwise. She is my baby girl, my puppy, Shayna Bursztyn.

Happy 7th Birthday 'ShayBear'

Daddy Loves you more than anything!

xx
Daddy Doze

THE MORE I TEACH

2011-06-14T18:30:00.000-07:00

The more I teach the more I realize that I am actually receiving as much, if not more, than my students are. The gift of giving an art form, being a positive role model and helping others make better decisions in there lives is one of the greatest things one can have the privilege to do. It makes me grow as a person in ways I never thought possible. As I assume the role of 'Coach' and help my students, or people that I come in contact with every day that let me inspire them, the more I become the one being helped and inspired. Having this honored position pushes me to create excellence in every facet of my life, on and off the mats. It does so by making me strive to always do the right thing, be the best person I can be, and step my best foot forward with every stride. The positive pressures I feel being a 'Coach' tailors the way I live, and dictates the life I lead. I can not put into words how on a daily basis, my students, teach me. For that reason, for my students, I am a better man each and every day.

More thanks than you will ever know!

Coach
Mark Doze

2011-06-01T18:07:00.000-07:00

PLEASE READ GRACIE MAGAZINE ARTICLE ON THE PROMOTION

http://www.graciemag.com/en/2011/05/let%E2%80%99s-train-together-eat-together-travel-together-live-together/

CAN YOU HELP ME ANSWER???

2011-04-14T18:46:00.000-07:00

What is the difference between a 'Want' and a 'Need'.

When the 'Wants' contradict the 'Needs' or vice verses, how do you decide which one is correct?

Can a 'Want' become a 'Need' or a 'Need' become a 'Want'?

If it is possible to be too 'Needy', is it possible to be too 'Wanty'?

Can we truly 'Need' what we 'Want' or do we just 'Want' Wants' and 'Need' 'Needs'?

If we start 'Wanting' our 'Needs' do they then become 'Wants' or do they stay our 'Needs' and are just now 'Wanted'?

Do I truly 'Need' these answered, or, do I just 'Want' your attention?

-Mark Doze

FIND A WAY...

2011-02-25T10:34:00.000-08:00

In day to day life, as the ball of dirt we exist on circles the sun, human life forms under go unbelievable stress. Stress can cause a human being to act, or react to pressures and situations in a way that is inconceivable to others. Stress can also push a human being to perform and triumph in the face of these pressuring forces. So why is it that some have the ability to overcome such things while others fall victim to their destructive patterns?

'Control your FEAR'S.' Fear is one of the most commonly misplaced emotions felt by humans. Fear is typically looked at like a dividing, destructive force that only traps and with-holds the one possessing it. Fear comes in so many forms that it can be very difficult to identify it all together. Each one must identify what exactly, they are afraid of. Why, they are afraid. After identifying and giving it its due respect and recognition, they must face that fear! After they look that fear in the face, the next step is to find a way to overcome and demolish that fear.

Each step comes with its own time frame. Do not seek out for anyone else to validate or degrade your emotions. Everyone has their own way of feeling, identifying and dealing with things. Feel what you need to feel, experience what you need to experience, then you can confidently move forward to overcoming it. While moving through these steps you must not push it to fast or force anything. Crawl - Walk - Run. Like anything in life we must take our time and put in the hard work to achieve anything worth having!

-MD

'WHETHER I THINK I CAN, OR I THINK I CAN NOT, IM RIGHT!'

2011-01-23T13:09:00.000-08:00

I would like to thank; Deb Blyth from Gracie Mag for an amazing experience from start to finish while developing my piece. Ryan Loco and James 'Mannaze' Law @ Deft Perception for the Photographic content. Gracie Mag for posting my story and ALL of you who read and responded positively to me sharing my story. I am truly lucky for all I have and I appreciate it all fully!

<3
Mark Doze

WE LIKE TO PARTY

2011-01-04T11:30:00.001-08:00

OUR FAMILY XMAS CARD

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2010-08-21T10:32:00.000-07:00

GB SORRENTO VALLEY

2010-07-18T21:24:00.000-07:00

Get WhatsApp Messenger for your iPhone or BlackBerry

2010-07-15T00:24:00.000-07:00

Hey,

I just downloaded an app for my iPhone called WhatsApp.

It is a Smartphone Messenger which allows me to replace SMS and chat directly with my friends and contacts. This app even tells me when somebody is typing back a reply!

WhatsApp integrates seamlessly with your existing phone Address Book and there is no PIN or username to remember.

Get it now from http://www.whatsapp.com/download/ and say goodbye to SMS.

Sent from my iPhone

2010-07-12T15:26:00.000-07:00

Doin biz @gbsv

2010-07-03T15:18:00.000-07:00