Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ( Sparring With A Girl )

Well this post may sound a little sexist so I want to warn any female readers out there and apologize in advance for my ignorance. So, last night I had to spar with one of the girls in our class. I didn't think I would have much of an issue with it, but I did. I didn't want to but I found myself compelled not to submit when she got me a triangle choke that I would have submitted to if it was one of the guys that caught me. I worked very hard to try to get a submission on her once I passed her guard but couldn't get one completed. I fought the full 5 minutes with her without either one of us completing a submission. I didn't want to act like it was a big deal but deep down inside I didn't want to lose to a girl as sad as that sounds. I guess I have some growing up to do. At least we both got in some good intense training. I hope in the future I can let me ego lighten up a little an stay cognizant of the fact that we are both there to help each other get better not to win or lose. Unfortunately it easier said than done or I wouldn't be writing this post.