Dave Kovar Living Lessons

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Dave Kovar's Living Lessons

Living Lessons: Sincerely Accept a Compliment

As a martial arts instructor, I have had the privilege to work with a lot of students over the years. One of the byproducts...
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Half Empty or Half Full

I was talking to a casual friend at a party and he told me about his recent camping-trip-gone-wrong. He explained to me how, on...
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Running A Martial Arts School

I love the Martial Arts. I thoroughly enjoy teaching martial arts. I continue to be in awe of what martial arts do for people....
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How Would You

How would you breathe if you were totally calm and confident? Breathe like that. How would you walk if you were amazingly vibrant and healthy?...
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Having the Right Attitude

Last summer, my son and I went on a two week seminar tour in the UK. During our trip we planned for a few...
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Living Lessons: Just because someone told you so, doesn't mean it's true

Living Lessons Just because someone told you so, doesn't mean it's true Early in my career as a Martial Arts Instructor, I found it necessary to...
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Why Every Parent Should Have Their Child Learn Martial Arts

Here in Sacramento and at Satori Academy NJ, we are trying to send out a clear message to our community as to why every...
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Are You Easily Offended

Offended??? of·fend·ed: resentful or annoyed, typically as a result of a perceived insult. Have you ever known someone that is easily offended...Someone that practically looks for reasons...
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Living Lessons: A Little Kindness Goes a Long Way

One Saturday just before Christmas, I learned another lesson about kindness. I found myself in Walgreen’s where I was a part of an extremely...
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Visit Your Vision and Keep Your Dream Alive

Every chance you get, visit your vision and visit it on a regular, consistent basis. Enjoy the process and keep your dream alive.
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Being the Boss of Me

Chances are that sometime in your life you have heard a child say, "You're not the boss of me! I am!” I'm not debating...
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10 Universal Laws of Warrior Code

The Ten Universal Laws of the Warrior Code: 1. Pay Attention. Stay in the present. It’s the only place anything real is happening. 2. Take Responsibility....
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What Martial Arts Training Does For People

I am currently on my way home from a four day, back-to-back seminar tour. On Thursday, I did a Business Boot Camp in Denver....
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Nine Healthy Eating Guidelines

I will be the first to admit that the whole subject of what and how to eat can be extremely confusing. There is much...
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Running A Martial Arts School

A few things I have learned about running a martial arts school from my travels. Over the past few years I have the privilege of...