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I went to a spiritual retreat recently and learned a lot about myself and about people in general. I’m glad to say that there are many kind and wonderful people in the world. Your vision may get skewed from the news on television or from what you read. Rest assured, people are good. People care. It… Read More Internal Retreat- My Martial Arts Philosophy
You have potential. Your life is very similar to the journey of a martial artist, starting at white belt, leading to black, then back around again. From beginning to end, the martial arts journey and the life journey are nourished by activities, events, and emotions. Both require a vast array of thoughts and practices, humility and understanding.… Read More Your Martial-Artsy Potential
Do you want just a little tiny bit of that awesome martial arts wisdom that martial artists seem to enjoy? Are you a martial artist who is still struggling with a good, positive mindset? Either way, you are deserving of all the wisdom, grace, and power that martial arts has to offer. If you are… Read More 1 Simple Step to Martial Arts Wisdom
There are many great ways to learn a martial art. There are different styles, instructors, and locations from which to choose. Once you settle on a style, though, the rest is up to you. To make the most of your practice, there are a few pitfalls to avoid if you desire success. These common mistakes could… Read More 7 Martial Art Mistakes To Avoid
There is something about martial arts that interests just about everybody, from practitioners, to kids, to movie enthusiasts, to grandfathers, to writers, and everyone in between. Why is it so well-loved, so sought out? Because martial arts seem magical. The human body and the human mind working together in unison is important, but the reason so… Read More Martial Arts Magic And You
Personal Patience When I was a young girl, I hated to wait for Christmas. It seemed like the day just could not arrive fast enough. The days before the holiday were long because Christmas was just about all I could think about. Santa and gifts and a day filled with new toys. It was exciting but I was… Read More The Power of Patience
(If you receive this via e-mail, click on the blog title to reach the podcast) There is a palm tree outside my window at work. It’s tall thin base supports luxurious greenery at the top. This tree is symbolic of balmy, warm climates and tropical locations. On a dreary day like today, though, when the wind… Read More Cast Your Shadow (Blog and Podcast)
How do you describe yourself? How do others describe you? You would be surprised, perhaps, that the two don’t always match. If you are in a relationship, that’s when you learn this. Take any argument when you believe you are the right one. And, when your partner calls you out on being selfish or mean or… Read More The Genuine You
1. Learning a martial art will save your life Let’s be honest. Learning a martial art takes time. A lot of time. It will add substance to your life and it will give you many tools to practice and think about. When you practice a martial art, you discover so much about yourself including your… Read More 3 Misconceptions About Martial Arts
The martial arts are not often seen as a great choice for older people. No one thinks we have it in us. What? You do martial arts? they ask, incredulously. Well, believe it or not, there are a handful of us out there from middle-aged to very much older who still have an interest in being a… Read More Aged to Black Belt Perfection
