There is something special about practicing a martial art in nature. You feel the air engulf you and your senses come alive. You are “in the moment.” For me, the warm sun and vast Tucson desert give me a new perspective. I am exactly where I need to be in this very moment. MARTIAL ARTS AND… Read More A Single Moment
Every time I pass through that drive-thru I hope for that beautiful, bright woman with the long shiny fingernails and the smile as bright as the sun… Read More Whatcha Need, Baby?
You may not see it right now, but your power and purpose are waiting for the right time, the right moment, to emerge.… Read More The Right Moment
In Tai Chi, perfection is not necessary or required for benefit.… Read More 5 Ways Tai Chi Helps Me Heal
That is when I learned one of the biggest lessons of my life: the lack of opportunity I felt, was created not by circumstance, but by me.… Read More Break Through!
In its most basic form of martial art practice, no words need to be spoken and no language barriers exist.… Read More The Universal Language of Martial Arts
The Right Choice A lot of people wonder why I choose positivity. Yes, it’s a choice, and not always an easy one. Like you and many others, I am predisposed to a negative mindset and must muddle my way to something more positive. Years ago, I easily gave up on myself. Giving up seemed like… Read More Never Give Up
Martial arts taught me about overcoming. The air in the dojo is filled with effort and diligence. Learning martial arts creates a situation where you never have the opportunity to give up.… Read More Martial Arts and Mindset
Today will be whatever you make it. Will it be any of these – relaxing, productive, adventurous, spirited, or exciting? There are many choices that you can make to create a memorable and joyful day. However, it is easy to choose the opposite of positive and memorable. Don’t go there! Don’t allow negativity, laziness, complacency,… Read More What Will You Make of Today?
Bad things happen to good people. I think we all know that. I am no different. I have had my share of losses, difficulties, obstacles, regrets, worries, and fears. Human nature hands us this smorgasbord of experiences and within each recipe is room for error or unexpected situations. I’ve had miscarriages, fires at my home,… Read More Bad Things Happen to Good People
