Cody Rhodes, wrestling professional, holds an opinion that experienced wrestlers, such as Triple H, should possess an open mind towards the evolution of wrestling. He made these comments on a recent installment of the “Behind the Turnbuckle” podcast.
During his appearance on the podcast, the American Nightmare stressed the importance of adaptability and shared some interesting insights. Here are some snippets from his conversation:
About the necessity of having an adaptable mindset: “Numerous luminaries, legends, and veterans, have a certain way of doing things. When they collaborate with modern wrestlers, they tend to imply, ‘this is the only way to go about it. Rules are set in stone and should be followed strictly.’ However, the emerging generation of wrestlers, mainly Gen Z, does not resonate with that mindset. We’ve seen a lot of this non-conformist attitude at the Nightmare Factory. The conventional motivational approaches don’t work anymore. The statement ‘I rose to the top, so you should abide by what I say’ finds no takers. Modern wrestlers, especially the young ones, have developed an independent thinking process. They’re more assertive about their capabilities. So, for any veteran, having an adaptable mindset is much more helpful.”
Highlighting Triple H: “Triple H stands out in this regard. He could have stuck to Kowalski’s rules or Vince McMahon’s rules, stating, ‘this is how it’s been done, and so shall it continue.’ However, instead, he chose to be more adaptable. Of course, old rules and classic maneuvers will always be there for future reference. The classic phrase ‘less is more’ will always be there to guide. However, the primary attribute I appreciate in experienced wrestlers is their ability to adapt, have fun, and take things in their stride. Wrestling might appear serious and life-or-death at times, but at the end of the day, it’s entertainment. It’s a family show that brings together generations – fathers and sons, mothers and daughters. Being open to multiple ways of doing things, as long as the crowds love it and make noise, is a testament to one’s open-mindedness.”
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