Setting goals in life is important, but we often overlook how we get there. One solution is to focus more on your system, instead of trying to stay focused solely on a distant destination. While goals are good for planning your progress, your martial arts system is where you make progress.
In order to achieve your or your child’s martial arts goals, you often need to change the way you do things. If not, you probably would have reached your goals already. Whether your goal is a Black Belt, fit and healthy body, or feeling confident that you can defend yourself, change is often needed. Read on.
Standing up for what you believe in is important. You must take charge of your life and actions. This is not easy. A lot of people are worried about standing out from a crowd, so they prefer to blend in. But by truly knowing who you are and what your morals are, you can muster the courage to be your true self. This helps you make a difference for yourself and others. It helps you “walk your path”.
In martial arts, you learn how to be strong and how to be gentle. A wise martial artist knows when to be strong or gentle. Read on…
Let me tell you a story. In fact, this story occurs quite often in a martial arts dojo. It is the story of a person who wants to try martial arts. Read on…
Too many people are quick to blame others when things do not go their way. If you fall into this habit, you are living in a “negative past”. You are also saying that you have no control over your life or actions. Read on for how responsibility provides freedom.
As a martial artist, you learn to physically defend your personal space (if you need to). However, are you as conscious of other people and their personal space? Read on for how respect and good manners helps.
Martial arts is more than just physical training and fitness. It must encompass the complete mind-body-spirit. This is where meditation can help. Read on.
Success is more than just winning at something. If that “something” is not tied into your values, or the person you want to be, there will be an emptiness inside. Read on.
Too many people live their life in the past or the future. You cannot change either. But you can control the present moment, and this should always be your focus, as this is where living is done. Read on.
