Martial Artists Overcome Negativity
Physical training is important and necessary. The mental training, however, to push past that point of worry into the moment of action, is equally important. … Read More Martial Artists Overcome Negativity
Author: Andrea Harkins
Andrea Harkins is a professional life coach and teacher who uses the principles of martial arts as daily life tools for self improvement. She is a published author and a public speaker. She can be reached for bookings of speaking engagements, book signings or private life coaching via her website: http://www.themartialartswoman.com
83 Year Old, 4th Degree Black Belt, Pam Neil
Click here to listen to this inspiring podcast: Hi, Welcome to a new series being incorporated into my martial art blog. This podcast series is a recorded interview with martial art women all over the world who truly make a difference in the world because of their martial art practice, and a listening journey for… Read More 83 Year Old, 4th Degree Black Belt, Pam Neil
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No More Doubt
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
Self-Loyalty
Follow through and establish your self-loyalty. You owe this to yourself, and even more importantly, you deserve it. … Read More Self-Loyalty
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Listen in to my brand new podcast!
The First Podcast Dedicated to Martial Art Women! – Read on! … Read More Listen in to my brand new podcast!
Age Is Not a Number. It’s a Choice.
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.
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Martial Arts Answer this Age-Old Question
WHO AM I? Do you ever ask yourself that question? These three words tumble around in your mind like dice thrown haphazardly onto a board game. You only seem to consider this question when something throws you into despair or brings you to a complete stop and you are forced to reassess everything. It’s probably… Read More Martial Arts Answer this Age-Old Question
Martial Artists Cannot Be Haters
You see, hate and martial arts cannot coexist. If you want to call yourself a martial artist, whether white belt, intermediate, or 10th dan, you must fulfill the mission fully and completely. … Read More Martial Artists Cannot Be Haters
Why Women Need Martial Arts
There was a day when I did not even think about martial arts. I focused on a career, marriage and eventually starting a family. But martial arts? I never considered learning one until my husband boldly mentioned that a local recreation center had martial art classes and we should try them. I was already 26… Read More Why Women Need Martial Arts
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10 Things To Do When COVID-19 is your Opponent
As things get more serious and restricted with COVID-19, do what you can to stay safe and minimize its impact in your life. It is not easy to deal with constant changes and concerns. That is why it is important to have a plan of action. Assess your concerns and worries, but develop the necessary… Read More 10 Things To Do When COVID-19 is your Opponent
