Encouragement, Karate, Philosophy, Reader

Martial Artists Cannot Be Haters

You see, hate and martial arts cannot coexist. If you want to call yourself a martial artist, whether white belt, intermediate, or 10th dan, you must fulfill the mission fully and completely. … Read More Martial Artists Cannot Be Haters

Encouragement, Karate, Motivational, Reader

Why Women Need Martial Arts

There was a day when I did not even think about martial arts. I focused on a career, marriage and eventually starting a family. But martial arts? I never considered learning one until my husband boldly mentioned that a local recreation center had martial art classes and we should try them. I was already 26… Read More Why Women Need Martial Arts

Decreasing Stress, Encouragement, Karate, Learn to Appreciate, Motivational, Philosophy, Reader

Martial Arts Saved Me

Everything in our modern culture points us in the wrong direction. There are very few cultural concepts that direct us to be warriors and leaders.… Read More Martial Arts Saved Me

Decreasing Stress, Encouragement, Karate, Learn to Appreciate, Motivational, Philosophy, Reader

Master Your Future

What is in store for you in the future? It is a difficult question to answer because none of us knows how long our future is. Some plan heartily for the future.  Someone my age, nearly 57, thinks of retirement years.  Someone my daughter’s age, 16, thinks of career choices.  Others in their early adulthood,… Read More Master Your Future

Decreasing Stress, Encouragement, Karate, Learn to Appreciate, Motivational, Philosophy, Reader

Floating in Time

Sometimes, I feel like I am floating in time.  Have you ever felt that way? I catch a glimpse of the past at a random moment.  It happened recently.  I realized that it has been nearly two years since I moved from Florida, where I had lived since 1981, to Tucson.  It brought back memories… Read More Floating in Time

Encouragement, Karate, Learn to Appreciate, Motivational, Philosophy, Reader

Martial Arts Develop Leaders in Children

Leadership sounds like a big word for a young kid.  However, leadership roles come in all shapes and sizes just as kids do… Read More Martial Arts Develop Leaders in Children

Decreasing Stress, Encouragement, Karate, Learn to Appreciate, Motivational, Philosophy, Reader

Be Brave.

Do you consider yourself brave? Neither did I. Not until I started to assess the world around me and decide that I was going to step up to the challenge of making it a better place. Where can I start? How can I do it? These are the questions I ask myself and that you… Read More Be Brave.

Encouragement, Karate, Learn to Appreciate, Motivational, Philosophy, Reader

Pick up The Martial Arts Woman’s Books for the Holidays!

Looking for the perfect gift? These books are for martial artists and non-martial artists, so pick up yours today and give a unique and inspiring gift to your loved ones, friends, co-workers, bosses, students, and pick up a copy for yourself! The Martial Arts Woman book: https://www.amazon.com/Martial-Arts-Woman-Motivational-Stories/dp/1544916213 Martial Art Inspirations for Everyone book: https://www.amazon.com/Martial-Inspirations-Everyone-Andrea-Harkins/dp/150297830X Or,… Read More Pick up The Martial Arts Woman’s Books for the Holidays!