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Aged to Black Belt Perfection

The martial arts are not often seen as a great choice for older people.  No one thinks we have it in us.  What?  You do martial arts? they ask, incredulously. Well, believe it or not, there are a handful of us out there from middle-aged to very much older who still have an interest in being a… Read More Aged to Black Belt Perfection

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Find Greatness In Your Life

“Greatness” is a big word, has a big meaning, and makes a big difference in your life.  Yes, you can be great, and here is how… The Great Little Picture What’s your big picture?  What consumes the bulk of your day or gobbles up your time? Going to work. Raising a family. Organizing bills. Fixing… Read More Find Greatness In Your Life

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4 Ways to Improve Your Martial Art Mindset

You have seen martial artists performing fancy forms, jacked-up kicks, wild flips, beautiful techniques, or simple strong movements that highlight the intricacies of the art. Although you appreciate these very physical activities, you also know that they require a level of proficiency that takes years of work and practice. What if I told you that… Read More 4 Ways to Improve Your Martial Art Mindset

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The 75 Item Rule

http://traffic.libsyn.com/themartialartswoman/04_The_75_Item_Rule.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 13:14 — 15.4MB) | Embed THE RULE  In 1999, a top business executive in corporate America made a decision. It was not a decision that he needed for the advancement of his professional career, or one that promoted, demoted, hired, or fired someone.  It didn’t have to do with the… Read More The 75 Item Rule

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Six Simple Strategies for Living Better!

Want a few easy fixes for feeling better?  Hint:  we all know what we should be doing, so let me give you a few reminders on exactly why these simple habit changers are so important. Sleep If you are like me, you are sleep deprived!  I’m up too late at night, and up too early… Read More Six Simple Strategies for Living Better!

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4 Ways to Practice Happiness

I’m not sure how to tell you this. There is nothing in this entire world that can make you happy.  There is no person who can make you happy, either, not a spouse, lover, friend, father, mother, child, co-worker, minister, or acquaintance. Happiness doesn’t just happen.  That is like a martial art student believing that… Read More 4 Ways to Practice Happiness

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The Modern Day Warrior

Some say there are no modern day warriors They say that no one believes in truth or compassion or cares about the other person Some say we are all in it for ourselves We want what we want without any consideration for anyone else I know differently because I know you A warrior through and through I… Read More The Modern Day Warrior