I want to be like Bruce Lee. It doesn’t matter that I’m less athletic than he was, or that I’m a girl. I don’t care if I don’t practice the same style or that I have never been a movie star. I think none of that matters because Bruce Lee lives in me in ways I… Read More To Be Like Bruce Lee
There are different reasons people are attracted to martial arts, none of which can be specifically defined. The explanations are personal and unique to each martial arts lover. Overall, though, people love martial arts because they represent physicality and artistry all in one. It’s easy to see how “fighting” and “art” combined together create a fascinating diversion from day-to-day life. Along with being a… Read More The Real Appeal of Martial Arts
The Last Breath (Written for 1000 Voices for Compassion) Sometimes the most profound things happen when we listen. The first cry of a newborn or the last breath of air exhaled at the end of a person’s life. One breath. That is all that holds us on the cusp between life and death. My father… Read More The Last Breath – A Moment of Compassion
Years ago, I worked in a law firm and we had to keep track of the hours we spent on each case in order to appropriately bill the client. Someone in the accounting department would take care of the “metrics” or the “measurements” of the firm’s goals with respect to financial stability and revenue. Now,… Read More Measuring the Unmeasurable
A Day In The Life Today I woke up at 5:15 a.m., dressed, did my make up and hair and started the hour drive to my day job. I arrived at 7:00 a.m. and worked a full day. On my lunch hour, I finished the blog about three obstacles women must overcome in order to learn… Read More Revelations About Martial Arts Blogging
Respect and courtesy play a huge role in martial arts. You typically bow when you enter through the door of the dojo or school. You bow to the partner with whom you practice. Before you start your sparring match, you graciously tap the mitt of your opponent in good sportsmanship. When a sparring match in… Read More Respect and Courtesy In Martial Arts and Life
You always need to be aware of what you say on social media. It’s impact can spread far and wide. I find that very refreshing and very scary at the same time, based on what happened to me once already. Words can express emotions and feelings, give guidance, be convincing, share insights and describe beauty… Read More A Cyber Hater Ruined My Day But Not My Life
There are a lot of great words in the English language, and a few…well…not so great. Some you mutter under your breath for fear you will be heard; others you belt out before the censors have a chance to bleep them. Today when I talk about martial arts and effort, I’ll be also talking about the “F” word. … Read More Martial Arts, Effort, and the “F” Word
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
