When You Feel Like Giving Up Because Things Are Too Tough
This is for good a friend of mine who is going through a really hard time right now and can't seem to shake it.
We...
One Breath Away
I couldn't see why anyone would visit someone who was at home sick in bed. They need their rest, the peace and the quiet....
Put Off Thy Shoes…
In the world of Martial Arts I've heard a lot of reasons why we remove our shoes before we go "on the mat". Now,...
Going Through the Motions
I am sometimes guilty of going through the motions and I'm probably not the only one that is been guilty of physically being in...
Victoria’s Story: A Tiny Jitsu-ka With A Huge Spirit
By Sensei Trevor Steward ~ I would like to take this opportunity to share with you all a story about Victoria Watson, a student of mine that...
Home Safe
People who've played baseball, and who now walk up to the plate in life, know how hard it is to hit the ball and...
Taking Care of Yourself
I am sure that you know this, but....
It never ceases to amaze me how many really smart people fail to see the connection between...
Create Positive Memories
As a martial arts teacher, I interact daily with lots of people. I’m acutely aware that as a teacher, I have a certain amount...
Strive to Grow as Individuals
There are so many things that I don't know, and I certainly have a lot more questions about how things work than I do...
Choose Your Words Carefully
As a coach, teacher or parent, you must choose your words carefully as someone's life will be influenced by those words.
As a child, I...
Make Good Choices
Every day we are faced with myriad of choices. Most of the time, they seem pretty insignificant.
I am hungry for a snack, should I...
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...
Enjoy the Party
Sometimes life feels like a party, other times it feels like a battle. I think the key is to try to bring your "A"...
The Tale of Two Innkeepers: Having The Right Attitude
Last summer, my son and I went on a two week seminar tour in the UK. We planned for a few days off in...
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...
Living Lessons: Grandpas, Guilt and Gratitude
My children have been blessed to have all four of their grandparents alive, healthy and living close to them. Each grandparent is amazing in...
