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From Woman To Warrior

Ladies, you are all amazing!  You are respectful, kind, and courteous.  You are loving, caring, and helpful. You jump in when help is needed, take care of the children, and pick up the loose ends.  You believe in your role, young woman, wife, mother, professional, whatever it may be and you always try your best.… Read More From Woman To Warrior

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3 Reasons Female Martial Artists Rule

There are many reasons, in my opinion, why female martial artists stand out or make a difference.  Here are three things that impact my opinion the most. 1. They train. In my martial art career, I have been fortunate enough to meet some very awesome female martial artists and female martial art instructors.These are important… Read More 3 Reasons Female Martial Artists Rule

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“No Worries”- Martial Arts Woman Advice

I never said the phrase “no worries.”  Then, one day, like everyone else, I just picked up the habit.  It’s less personal than “you’re forgiven” and more casual than “it’s okay.” It’s a quick response to an apology.  You forgive others easily via the “no worries” route because, in the big scheme of things, whatever… Read More “No Worries”- Martial Arts Woman Advice

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Stretch Before You Practice

There are some mornings when I wake up tired and in a bad mood.  I know, that’s a terrible way to start the day!  I have to remind myself that for many people I am a source of inspiration and encouragement.  That is how I start to turn the negativity around. I remember that I… Read More Stretch Before You Practice

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Check-In To Your Best Life Ever

Today I checked out of a hotel after a four night stay. The vacation was mostly relaxing, although I did some work along the way, set a few appointments, and finished up a few projects.  Well, that’s me.  I cannot turn off my brain! Being away from home helped, though.  I cut down on the… Read More Check-In To Your Best Life Ever

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Self-Confidence Trumps Criticism

As an established blogger, I often get asked by new bloggers if they should promote their writing more via social media.  Their first concern is criticism.  Bloggers put themselves out there in the world in a number of different ways.  Their grammar, their ideas, their opinions, their beliefs and their personalities are subject to criticism,… Read More Self-Confidence Trumps Criticism

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Prioritize, Not Compromise

Someone asked me recently when I was going to start saying “no” to all the different requests that I receive from people to write, review, or help in some way.  He saw that I was starting to feel overwhelmed a little bit and pulled in many directions.  It happens.  I feel as if saying “no”… Read More Prioritize, Not Compromise

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Negativity In Your Face

I admit it.  I’m a peacemaker.  Always have been. Always will be.  I hate to see someone unhappy.  I try to figure out why. I take the time to listen. I smile, I nod, I let them know it’s okay, whatever they are feeling. It makes me feel useful, to be a good listener, and… Read More Negativity In Your Face

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Meant-To-Be Martial Artist

Nothing in life is an accident. Your actions and words, behaviors and patterns all have a reason. Maybe it’s not the reason you like, but nonetheless, you being you is no accident.  The day you were born there was a destiny set before you.  Your likes and dislikes, emotions and truths, were already set in… Read More Meant-To-Be Martial Artist

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Life and Words and Martial Arts

I did something really cryptic yesterday and sat down at the table and played a….. board game with my family. It was a rainy day and we were stuck inside, so one of my kids grabbed a game out of the closet. When I saw it, I exclaimed, “I want to play!” then my husband… Read More Life and Words and Martial Arts