Embracing Fear: Garreth McLellan on Extreme Ownership and Mastering Emotions

In this episode of Coffee Charged Conversations, former UFC fighter and two-time EFC middleweight champion Garreth McLellan opens up about how his relationship with fear has shaped his mindset, his discipline, and the way he handles pressure. He reflects on the moments that tested him most, the lessons fighting taught him, and how those experiences continue to influence his life today.

We also speak about Dricus du Plessis, the power of self-belief, and believing in yourself long before anyone else does.

Garreth also shares why learning to deal with your emotions early, before they turn into bigger problems, has been a crucial part of his growth.

This conversation goes beyond sport. It’s about resilience, self-belief, and the quiet commitment to getting 1% better each day.