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Habits & Goal-Setting

Boost your health and performance by setting effective goals, taking action and building healthy habits.

How To Transform Jealousy Into Something Positive

Jealousy is admiration plus comparison. Think about it. That martial artist you’re jealous of: you admire them and you’re impressed by them. That’s the core of it. That jealousy only comes into play when you start comparing yourself to them. They seem better than you, and you don’t measure up. And now you’re [...]

2023-03-06T13:58:57-08:00February 27th, 2023|Categories: Habits & Goal-Setting|

Why I Finally Let My Kids Quit Karate

My kids wanted to quit karate long before I actually let them. I should’ve listened to them sooner. At first they loved karate. I never had trouble getting them to the dojo. They’d train hard while they were there. They’d practise at home. They’d push themselves for belt tests [...]

2023-02-20T06:59:10-08:00February 20th, 2023|Categories: Habits & Goal-Setting|

How to Handle Nerves in Martial Arts

Maybe you have an upcoming tournament or belt test. Or perhaps you’re getting back into martial arts again after a period of time off. Or maybe you're brand new to martial arts or are switching to a new style. Chances are, if you’re in any of these situations, you’re feeling at least a [...]

2022-12-19T08:36:54-08:00November 14th, 2022|Categories: Habits & Goal-Setting|
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