Martial arts they offer encouragement and improvement. Practitioners become more fit and healthy, learn to defend, are courageous, push their limits, and experience a jolt of success. … Read More No More Doubt
So many times, people limit themselves because of their age. It’s true. The body changes over time. Women contend with additional changes due to childbirth (I have 4 kids!). Still, you limit yourself if you never push or strive for more and that has nothing to do with age. I suppose this explains why I:… Read More Age Is Not a Number. It’s a Choice.
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
Courage. It is powerful. So powerful, in fact, that there are very few occasions when we actually use it in our own lives anymore. What about it? Do we have even one inch of courage lurking inside? Courage refers to overcoming something that frightens you. Whatever your fears, they need to be attacked and overcome, and… Read More Martial Arts Develop Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Courage
I always wanted to help other people achieve, live better, and learn more about themselves. When I started teaching a martial art, it was my chance to do just that. After I earned my first degree black belt, my husband and I reached out to the community to fill a need for students who could not afford to pay… Read More Teaching Underprivileged Kids for Seven Years Changed My Life
Who am I in the world of martial arts? Where do I stand in the spectrum? Am I worthy to indulge in circles where some of the best martial artists in the world frequent? Do I have what it takes to stand out? Am I successful? I have nothing to brag about. I am still… Read More Humility in Martial Arts and Life
When I was living in Florida, I often practiced martial arts in my front yard. There is something very calming about kicking under a pretty blue sky, or performing some diligent, choreographed martial art moves in the fresh air. Somehow, even though it was just outside my front door, I felt worlds away from everything… Read More Balance Your Life with Positivity and Martial Arts
I believe that there is one key leadership component missing in the world today. It may be the very thing that is holding you back from success, accomplishment, or improvement. I wish I could say that everyone is doing exactly what they need to do to reach their goals and dreams, but something is lacking… Read More 10 Reasons to Stop Avoiding the Truth
Have you ever had a day when life feels like it is working against you, for whatever reason? Expectations are uprooted, emotions are volatile, and anger brews right below the surface. Whatever the problem, conflict, or difficulty, it weighs on you. You feel slighted and unappreciated. You want to shut down, keep it all inside,… Read More Taking the High Road is Worth It
I love martial arts, and even more than that, I love a positive mindset. While this article is directed toward a martial art mindset, all of these improvements can work in your life, too. Read along and pick out your favorite, or create a list of your own. The important thing is for you to… Read More 10 Creative Ways to Improve Your Martial Art Mindset
