Don’t forget to thank those who make a positive impact on your life
I often talk about how you can make positive and hopeful change in your own attitude and demeanor. Like learning a martial art, it takes practice, sometimes years, to turn negative thoughts around. Life, and becoming a better you, takes time. It starts with a recognition that you can change and that nothing is set in stone. Perhaps you… Read More Changing Others Means Changing You
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
NO! I’m asked on occasion to volunteer for different events or activities. There comes a time when I have to say “no” to something. I’m not comfortable saying “no.” If someone needs something, I should be there, ready and willing to help. That is what my heart says anyway. Maybe that’s one of my human flaws, thinking that I… Read More Break the 80/20 Rule
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
Normally, I like to share an insightful message about how to live better using the positive mindset I’ve established through my martial art practice. It’s a theory that works pretty well. I share some personal stories about how I’ve overcome a situation using the mental skills I’ve cultivated through martial arts and you think about how to apply them to… Read More My Advice…No More Excuses.
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
This is a crazy controversy that I’ve never quite understood. Some insist that martial artists should not get paid, that payment diminishes the art in some way because it is an age-old tradition, and should not be exploited. Some see it as “evil” to charge a fee to teach others a martial art because of its… Read More 3 Reasons Martial Artists Deserve To Get Paid
This holiday season I have so much for which to be grateful. A wonderful family, friends, a beautiful place to call home. With all of that, I have even more to reflect upon as this year comes to a close. I started blogging back in March and recently hit 10,000 views. That is very exciting,… Read More I’m Grateful For You (A Video Blog)
This morning while I was driving on my hour-long commute to work, I was in the right lane, turned on my left blinker, looked over my left shoulder, and started to quietly slide into the middle lane, like I’ve done every day for the past ten years. The morning was going as usual. I had the… Read More Swerving Saved My Life
I know, I know. Martial artists have a certain aura, don’t they? They exude something different and unique, and others seem instantly attracted to them. Is it the athleticism, artistry, or combative creativity that makes them so interesting? Maybe it’s the way they carry themselves through life, their approach to negativity, or their courageous spirit.… Read More 4 Martial Art Obstacles I Had to Overcome
