The concept of ‘ranks’ in martial arts is actually one I find intriguing. Martial arts is one of the only sports in the world to use a visible ‘ranking’ system. Why is that? I’ve never seen a group of shaolin monks training with a belt on, so where did this system come from and what is […]
Routine is difficult to establish, especially in the beginning. If you ask anyone who has created a successful routine for themselves, they will tell you that falling out of sync now and again is inevitable. They will also tell you that whether or not you fall off doesn’t matter – what’s important is that you […]
Most people have two categories of activities: things that help with your personal growth but take energy, and things that don’t help with personal growth but are relaxing. Most people often search for a way to balance the two out. “I will spend 10 hours working, doing school work, and/or doing chores around the house. THEN […]
Health question: If I mix some maple syrup into your gasoline before putting it into your car, what do you think is going to happen? Even if the car continues to work after the fact, it’s not going to run nearly as smooth and is going to require a lot of maintenance. All that maintenance […]
Bullying has become an epidemic in recent years. Yes, there have always been bullies, and yes, those bullies have always caused serious and lasting damage to their victims; however, bullying in the 21st century has changed – and not for the better. According to Pacer’s National Bullying Prevention Center, one in four students has reported […]