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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
“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...
The statistics on bullying are pretty overwhelming. Pay attention to these numbers as there is a good chance your son or daughter help make up these statistics. Check them...
This month we have been talking about the importance of gratitude in our lives. As Black belts in training, how can incorporate it into our daily lives? By taking more of a...
This month we continue the conversation about GRATITUDE! What are some fun activities that help remind us of the importance of gratitude? Gratitude Photos –...