The Negativity Treadmill
Choosing positivity or a positive path, over negativity and its endless loop, leads to a life filled with new perspectives and opportunities.… Read More The Negativity Treadmill
Embrace the Present, Embrace Yourself
Don’t give up. Embrace yourself, flaws and all, and recognize the incredible person you are.… Read More Embrace the Present, Embrace Yourself
Opportunity
When opportunity knocks, it is not a free handout. It is a gift—a chance to showcase your dedication, and perseverance.… Read More Opportunity
Time for a Positive Mindset
Martial arts inspired me and allowed me to find personal success in so many ways both inside and outside the dojo.… Read More Time for a Positive Mindset
Celebrating Women’s Influence in Martial Arts
The influence of women in martial arts touches us all in some way, whether we realize it or not. … Read More Celebrating Women’s Influence in Martial Arts
Fire!
I learned to battle and win against one of the most difficult opponents of all…uncertainty.… Read More Fire!
Self-Leadership
Welcome to leadership 101. Today’s lesson? You are a leader. That’s right. You are a leader. No one has to tell you that you are leader. You just have to believe it. There is a difference between being a leader and being a follower. Neither is more important than the other. The truth is that… Read More Self-Leadership
A Single Moment
There is something special about practicing a martial art in nature. You feel the air engulf you and your senses come alive. You are “in the moment.”  For me, the warm sun and vast Tucson desert give me a new perspective. I am exactly where I need to be in this very moment. MARTIAL ARTS AND… Read More A Single Moment
Courageous You
The best thing about courage is that it already exists inside of you.… Read More Courageous You
The Joy of Being You
Today, the joy of being you is ready to emerge. The fastest and simplest way to this joy is to turn your negativity around the moment you see it rear its ugly head… Read More The Joy of Being You
