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Georges St-Pierre Channels Childhood Bullying Into Children’s Book as Toronto Talk Nears

The UFC Hall of Famer aims to translate his fear‑taming mindset into lessons for young readers.

Mixed martial arts fighter Georges St-Pierre delivers remarks after receiving the Order of Sport during the Class of 2023 induction ceremony in Gatineau, Que., on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby
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Overview

  • St-Pierre is co-writing a children's book about bullying with longtime collaborator Justin Kingsley.
  • He will speak at "An Evening with Georges St-Pierre: The Instinct of a Champion" at Toronto's Meridian Hall on Sept. 29, with Kingsley moderating.
  • He recounts that martial arts began as childhood self-defence and built the confidence that ended his bullying.
  • He says he was terrified before fights but learned to manage fear through meticulous preparation and self-belief.
  • The retired two-division UFC champion (26-2-0) and Hall of Famer remains active training fighters, making films, working with sponsors, and pursuing varied interests.