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...
Remembering Beginnings: My Blue Belt Test and Sport Karate
My Blue Belt Test
At today's test for my Blue Belt, we were introduced to Sport Karate point fighting and let me tell you it...
MMA in Malaysia, The Sport of a New Generation
The bell rings, and Malaysian national san da team member Raymond Tiew flies out of his corner, ready to do battle. His opponent, Kong...
DIY Solar Powered Radio
Want to convert a battery powered radio to solar power? This homemade solar powered radio is an easy Do It Yourself Project . First buy the...
Who are the most unhappy people? asks Shihan Mikio Nishiuchi
Another gem of wisdom from Shihan Nishiuchi
I have had the privilege of being a Kobudo and Iaido student of Shihan Mikio Nishiuchi for nearly...
3 Things to Do Instead of Scream at Your Kids
Let’s face it. A long day with the kids or a long day at work can leave the most patient moms feeling exhausted and...
Positive Comparisons Affect Your Martial Arts in Positive Ways
I’m not going to lie. There was a day when I made comparisons of myself with other martial artists. It was not so I...
Hurt’s My Thing
But hurt's my thing … it's my home, it's the only thing I know. I'm safe and sound and sure of myself when pain's...
Sport Karate: Yesterday 1967 And 2005
Here is story you might have heard about in rumors or as the guys gathered after a tournament or from the source. The pioneer...
For Mike Genova its about Paying It Forward
The pay it forward concept in the movie, Pay It Forward, wasn't revolutionary. The Paying It Forward concept has a firm foundation in history.
Good Habits
It never ceases to amaze me at how easy it is to see my good habits slip away from me if I don’t guard...
Be Grateful and Express Your Gratitude
http://youtu.be/cVua9fZQHME
grate·ful
adjective
feeling or showing an appreciation of kindness; thankful.
"I'm very grateful to you for all your help"
If you are grateful and you express your...
Sensei Ryan’s 10 Best Flying Martial Arts Throws
PART 1 - You know what is way more awesome than kicking and punching? Flying Jujitsu Throws! These 10 Best Flying Martial Arts Throws,...
Choices in a Dangerous Environment
The old have a tendency to do a lot of reminiscing. At sixty six I find myself looking back over my life. There are...
Teaching Children Cooperation
Dr. Robyn Silverman - Author, Speaker, Child/Teen Development Expert and creator of the Industry's number one personal development / life skills / character education...
Love and Respect To Grand Master Parker Shelton
I was told by my friend, Sensei Rob Baker, that my hero and dear friend, Grand Master Parker Shelton has lung cancer and is...