Alexander Gustafsson gives some great advice in an interview with Karate by Jessie, on distancing yourself emotionally from the event of fighting so that it doesn't overwhelm you. You are bigger than the event as opposed to the event being bigger than you:
My best advice for mental training is simply to create good habits, in order to build a sense of security and calm around you. Also, you could try to distance yourself emotionally from the whole situation. In my case, I just look at it objectively: We are two guys going inside a cage to work. That’s it. Try to de-escalate the pressure. Take a couple of deep breaths. Don’t hype things up. And stay positive, even if you’re fighting for your life.
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