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There are many reasons, in my opinion, why female martial artists stand out or make a difference. Here are three things that impact my opinion the most. 1. They train. In my martial art career, I have been fortunate enough to meet some very awesome female martial artists and female martial art instructors.These are important… Read More 3 Reasons Female Martial Artists Rule
I never said the phrase “no worries.” Then, one day, like everyone else, I just picked up the habit. It’s less personal than “you’re forgiven” and more casual than “it’s okay.” It’s a quick response to an apology. You forgive others easily via the “no worries” route because, in the big scheme of things, whatever… Read More “No Worries”- Martial Arts Woman Advice
There are some mornings when I wake up tired and in a bad mood. I know, that’s a terrible way to start the day! I have to remind myself that for many people I am a source of inspiration and encouragement. That is how I start to turn the negativity around. I remember that I… Read More Stretch Before You Practice
Today I checked out of a hotel after a four night stay. The vacation was mostly relaxing, although I did some work along the way, set a few appointments, and finished up a few projects. Well, that’s me. I cannot turn off my brain! Being away from home helped, though. I cut down on the… Read More Check-In To Your Best Life Ever
As an established blogger, I often get asked by new bloggers if they should promote their writing more via social media. Their first concern is criticism. Bloggers put themselves out there in the world in a number of different ways. Their grammar, their ideas, their opinions, their beliefs and their personalities are subject to criticism,… Read More Self-Confidence Trumps Criticism
Someone asked me recently when I was going to start saying “no” to all the different requests that I receive from people to write, review, or help in some way. He saw that I was starting to feel overwhelmed a little bit and pulled in many directions. It happens. I feel as if saying “no”… Read More Prioritize, Not Compromise
I admit it. I’m a peacemaker. Always have been. Always will be. I hate to see someone unhappy. I try to figure out why. I take the time to listen. I smile, I nod, I let them know it’s okay, whatever they are feeling. It makes me feel useful, to be a good listener, and… Read More Negativity In Your Face
Nothing in life is an accident. Your actions and words, behaviors and patterns all have a reason. Maybe it’s not the reason you like, but nonetheless, you being you is no accident. The day you were born there was a destiny set before you. Your likes and dislikes, emotions and truths, were already set in… Read More Meant-To-Be Martial Artist
I did something really cryptic yesterday and sat down at the table and played a….. board game with my family. It was a rainy day and we were stuck inside, so one of my kids grabbed a game out of the closet. When I saw it, I exclaimed, “I want to play!” then my husband… Read More Life and Words and Martial Arts
Recently I wrote a blog post called, The Martial Mode. If you didn’t have a chance to read it; or if you would like to hear me talk about some of the points in the post; or if you’d like to just enjoy a great 12 minute video on how to live by the martial… Read More Living by the Martial Mode- A Video Blog
