Self-Discipline For All Ages
Self Discipline – All Ages Week 3 Self-discipline takes practice. The more we practice, the more self-discipline becomes a habit, or something that we do without having...
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Self-Discipline For Children
Self Discipline: Children Week 1 “What does the word self-discipline mean? The answer is: Training and control of oneself and one’s conduct, usually for...
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Self-Discipline Life Skill Theme
Our February Life Skill theme is SELF DISCIPLINE Self Discipline – Synonyms Restraint, dedication, control & determination Check out our new student...
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What Is The Value Of The Martial Arts
As a martial arts school owner, I get asked quite frequently, “what is the value of the martial arts?” Since opening my school, I make it a habit of checking the...
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Practice Makes Perfect
One of my favorite short stories … Johnny did not see the need to practice hard; he was very bright and always understood quickly. He read the Classics so that he could...
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Parenting Skillz: Consistency
CONSISTENCY. Be as consistent as possible regardless of your mood. When it comes to parenting, it is important to have CONSISTENCY. The problem is, being consistent is hard....
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The Dead Cow Lecture
This is the best example for paying attention that I have ever heard. First-year students at the Ohio Veterinary School were attending their first anatomy class with a real...
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Parenting Skillz: Adaptability
ADAPTABILITY. How you respond when things aren’t going as planned is extremely important. When it comes to parenting, it is important to parent with ADAPTABILITY. This...
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What Do You Do When You Hit The Wall During Your Training In The Martial Arts
To my SKS Parents and Students: Take a moment and consider something that most people don’t want to talk about. Certainly, not with a new student who is engaged,...
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Why The Martial Arts Offer So Many Benefits To Children
There is a reason why Oprah, Dr Phil, Dr Laura Schlesinger, Jillian Michaels (Biggest Loser), Tony Robbins, pediatricians, child physiologists, and educators the world over...
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Living the black belt lifestyle
Our past three weeks we talked about the differences between getting a Black Belt and “becoming” one. We shared stories and analogies to help you see the importance of...
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Two Stories And The Path Towards Redemption
Life is a series of choices! Some good and some bad. It is the sum total of our life that probably matters most in the end. Keep this thought in mind as I share these two...
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The Loser’s Limp!
When someone falls victim to negative thinking, they develop what Zig Ziglar referred to as the “Loser’s Limp.” You know what the loser’s limp is if you’ve ever seen someone...
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The choice is in your hands
There was once in the city of Venice, Italy an old man who was known for being a genius. It was said that this old man could answer any question or solve any problem. So two...
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The Bonsai Tree
The Japanese raise a tree called the Bonsai tree. It’s beautiful and perfectly formed, although it’s height is measured in inches. In California, we find a forest of giant...
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Let Me Tell You About My Black Belt Test
This is one of the first videos I share with my students who have been selected as Black belt candidates. It’s a powerful testimony to the commitment one makes to test...
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Samurai Karate Studio Be Your Best Character Theme – Give Up Or Turn It Up
Give Up or Turn It Up… The Choice Is Yours! “Work hard in silence. Let success make the noise!” Don’t ever let anyone work harder than you! You cannot always control if...
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Samurai Karate Studio Be Your Best Character Theme – Ignore The Haters
Ignore the Haters FACT: Haters don’t really hate you. In fact, they hate themselves because you are a reflection of what they wish to be. In life when you strive for...
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What Do I Pay For When I Pay My Child’s Martial Arts Tuition?
I received this note from one of my parents and had to share it with you because it really sums up what I believe the martial arts is truly all about. Sensei, one of...
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Courtesy Is Our Character Theme For August For Samurai Karate Studio
“In order to use courtesy, you must practice courtesy!” Sensei Chris Feldt This month Samurai Karate Studio will be discussing one of our favorite character...
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