An Unrecognized Martial Art Benefit for Women
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Pick Your Passion
Every person has undiscovered passion, purpose, and talents.… Read More Pick Your Passion
Bravery
Balance On occasion, someone thanks me for being brave enough to put myself out there on social media. When I began my social media journey 8 years ago, I never really thought of it that way. But back then there were not many women promoting themselves or their martial art or allowing a personal glimpse… Read More Bravery
Martial Arts and Mindset
Martial arts taught me about overcoming. The air in the dojo is filled with effort and diligence. Learning martial arts creates a situation where you never have the opportunity to give up.… Read More Martial Arts and Mindset
The Collage of Life
When you stop placing unnecessary limitations on yourself, you flourish. There are so many different sides to who you are. If given a grid with which to fill your favorite photos of yourself, who would you see? Sometimes, you need to step back and put the collage of your life together. What is important to… Read More The Collage of Life
Today is the Day to Build Your Dream
Most people today forget about the importance of effort. They think that success should happen simply because they want it. Many forget the hours of hard work and dedication it takes to reach a pinnacle. Think about climbing a mountain, or learning to fly an airplane. You cannot do it without practice, effort, and the… Read More Today is the Day to Build Your Dream
Lynn Varghese – A Brain Tumor Survivor Dedicated to Martial Arts
Lynn Varghese was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2003. After three surgeries and a shunt, it was found to be benign. In 2012, she began training martial arts in her basement for a full year before finally joining a martial art class. Listen in to her inspiring story here: https://anchor.fm/andrea-harkins/episodes/Lynn-Varghese—A-Brain-Tumor-Survivor-Dedicated-to-Martial-Arts-enoddf Lynn is a devoted… Read More Lynn Varghese – A Brain Tumor Survivor Dedicated to Martial Arts
Fran Charlton (Sweden) – A Woman’s Tumultuous Upbringing Morphs into a Budo Mindset
From her roots as a child in an extremely creative family where narcissism, abuse and neglect existed, Martial art woman, Fran Charlton of Sweden finds a way to turn healing into a silver lining. Listen to her story here:https://anchor.fm/andrea-harkins/episodes/Fran-Charlton—A-Womans-Tumultuous-Upbringing-Morphs-into-a-Budo-Mindset-emq41b or here: Podcast Intro: Today I have the honor of presenting probably one of the most… Read More Fran Charlton (Sweden) – A Woman’s Tumultuous Upbringing Morphs into a Budo Mindset
What Will You Make of Today?
Today will be whatever you make it. Will it be any of these – relaxing, productive, adventurous, spirited, or exciting? There are many choices that you can make to create a memorable and joyful day. However, it is easy to choose the opposite of positive and memorable. Don’t go there! Don’t allow negativity, laziness, complacency,… Read More What Will You Make of Today?
Kristy Hitchins – Empowering Women Through Her Martial Art Pink Belt Scholarship Program
Kristy Hitchens talks about how and why she founded the Pink Belt project in Australia, a martial art scholarship for women in need, especially victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.In this interview. Listen here: https://anchor.fm/andrea-harkins/episodes/Kristy-Hitchens—Empowering-Women-Through-The-Pink-Belt-Scholarship-Program-eluinl or here: She also discusses why women should learn martial arts, how she overcame a physical injury during her… Read More Kristy Hitchins – Empowering Women Through Her Martial Art Pink Belt Scholarship Program
