Recently, someone commented on Facebook how I have come so far, so fast. He was referring to my following on social media, and some recent opportunities. The comment came after a flurry of comments about a photo I posted of me performing a kick in my front yard. Some liked it, some thought it needed… Read More My Instant Martial Art Success
It’s true. I am insignificant, at least in the world of important martial art masters, actors, and stunt people. Every day I still learn something new, or try to fix a flaw. No one can refute that I have focus or power, and an undying will to learn and advance. I apply martial arts not… Read More Insignificant Martial Artist
It is easy to become complacent in life. The daily grind becomes, well…a grind. You begin to believe that life is made up of commitments, chores, and responsibilities. These things seem to suck your energy and time into a warp, never to be recovered again. It’s called life and adulthood, and it is filled… Read More Purpose in Life and in Your Practice
I was going to start by writing how martial arts are not for everyone, but that would be sarcasm. I think there are enough different martial art styles in the world for everyone to find something that is meaningful and purposeful. I know all the standard reasons why most choose to not practice. Time, responsibilities,… Read More The Martial Art Believers
I believe in the power of positivity. Maybe I am a fool, or someone who does not understand how life really works, but I think that there can be a lot more happiness in the world. I think it is time for us to all stop convincing ourselves that what we do or say does… Read More Martial Arts Transform The World
Someone told me recently, “The pen is mighty.” He was encouraging me to keep writing about important martial art life lessons, even if someone on the Internet challenges me, or provokes me with an unwarranted comment. What he said made good sense. Being a writer, or a martial artist, is not just about what you… Read More The Pen and the Sword are Mighty
I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying the art of manners in martial arts, and in life, could use a little improvement. When I started strengthening my public profile in social media, and connecting with larger groups of martial artists, I was sad to witness the lack of… Read More 5 Ways to Improve Your Martial Art Manners
Do you have an enemy? Is there someone who criticized, condemned, or unjustly judged you? It is difficult to believe that their intent was to hurt you for no apparent reason, even if that is the truth. These enemies lack kindness and compassion. They easily turn your great day, or your great life, upside down. You… Read More The Enemy List
LINT BETWEEN YOUR TOES The other day in Taekwon-Do class, we were practicing patterns or forms. For non-martial artists, this just means the practice of martial art stances, kicks, and blocks that are choreographed and simulate a fighting situation. Martial artists frequently learn patterns, forms, or katas as part of their training. They are very… Read More Lint Between Your Toes – In Life and Martial Arts
On my drive to work this morning, I contemplated about what I would tell others that might make a difference in their lives, if given a chance. What could I say or remind them that would shake them up a little, push them a little, or give them inspiration to pursue their hopes and dreams.… Read More You Are More
