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Create a Pathway to Success

I receive a lot of messages on social media from people asking how they can overcome a fear or an obstacle. I don’t mind listening. If they ask my advice, though, I will give it. It is not always what they want to hear.  My advice often centers on the fact that life changes constantly.… Read More Create a Pathway to Success

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Amazing Life

It happens. You have a miserable day. You face a diagnosis. You hear bad news. You feel terrible. Nothing seems to be going right. I wish I could say that none of that happens, or even that it shouldn’t happen, but it does and it should. It is life. We take the good for granted,… Read More Amazing Life

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You Are Incredibly Awesome

Let’s face it. We all have days when we do not feel positive, when life takes a difficult direction, or when we are not feeling our best. Even the most positive people struggle with the daily grind and the highs and lows of life. Sometimes it is okay to feel a little off kilter, or… Read More You Are Incredibly Awesome

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The Best Motivation for 2019!

I cannot believe 2019 is upon us already.  So many wonderful things happened in 2018, that I cannot count them all. Of course, there were struggles and difficulties and a bit of discouragement here and there, but I choose to focus on what was right with 2018 because there was a lot more “right” than… Read More The Best Motivation for 2019!

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Zapping Negativity

At this point in my life, and because of my experiences, I have more confidence to be who I want to be than ever before. That kind of wisdom, to believe in yourself and cherish each day, only comes after living through struggle-to-strength moments. You must have a few down times in your life to… Read More Zapping Negativity

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The Gift of Words

This holiday season, give the gift that really matters – the gift of words. This is the time of year when we express our sentiments and words in holiday cards or on fancy gift tags attached to the presents that we enjoy sharing. Words are important because they encourage and inspire. The right words push… Read More The Gift of Words

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Explosive Life Powers – Mind, Body & Spirit

Imagine if you could take your physical strength and kick it up a notch by adding in a few other ingredients to the mix.  Wouldn’t that be an awesome combination?  That’s exactly what I did and I’m about to share the secret behind this explosive life-power that I’ve discovered from my martial art. When you… Read More Explosive Life Powers – Mind, Body & Spirit

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Your Guide to Goals, Success, and Motivation

You probably have a hectic schedule, like I do.  If you are raising a family or building a dojo, working full-time, or teaching martial arts, life can be exciting, but draining. Every morning you wake up with a list of “to-do” items that seems extremely long and you set your sights on accomplishing as many… Read More Your Guide to Goals, Success, and Motivation

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Kick-Start Your Life

Martial arts and life are parallel spheres in many respects. What works in one often works in the other. Both require  bravery and decision-making. Being brave enough to learn a great kick and then perform it in front of a lot of people can take a lot of work and effort. And, for the martial… Read More Kick-Start Your Life

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Step by Step to Achieve Success

Like you, I have had tons of struggles with time issues, staying positive through challenges, raising a family, working, and multi-tasking just to keep up.  I do not have a lot of “me” time and I sometimes compromise sleep or eating well. Where does success fit into the picture? If this is also you, don’t… Read More Step by Step to Achieve Success