THE POWER OF OPTIMISM: Rising Above Adversity as a Martial Arts Aspirant

A struggle can inspire you. Tedious work, disparaging personalities, and stormy weather can sometimes sap the joy out of life. Frustration stemming from impatience can make our minds pessimistic at times. However, bringing back happiness to our work and expressing gratitude for waking up to experience a new day of breath and possibility, regardless of current life conditions, can create the inspiration needed to achieve the breakthrough and progress desired at the right time and place

Musing on Optimism for the Martial Art Aspirant

Join me on a journey as we explore the path to unlocking your inner strength and discovering the power of optimism, inspired by the wisdom of martial arts. A breakthrough, though a struggle, will come and inspire you. Tedious work, disparaging personalities and bad weather can sap the joy out of life sometimes. Frustration stemmingContinue reading “Musing on Optimism for the Martial Art Aspirant”

THE ART OF ENDURANCE: How Trees Teach Us to Persevere

Trees embody the concept of forbearance in many ways. They sway and bend in the wind, their branches and leaves rustling and dancing in the breeze. In the fall, their leaves turn brilliant red, orange, and gold hues before gently floating to the ground. When winter comes, they stand bare, stripped of their foliage, yet they remain steadfast and patient, waiting for the warmth of spring to return. They endure misfortune, shedding leaves during storms but never breaking.