Don’t get de escalation wrong! De escalation pertains to physical confrontation and eliminating it. We should, however, make sure we verbally escalate with people when we have a problem or something really just doesn’t feel right. For me, it took some years to understand this and it led me to Continue Reading
Practical Weapons
When you think of weapons you may immediately think swords, guns, knives, machetes, baseball bats, etc. Sadly, unless you’re in Texas, you cannot legally wield a sword in public everyday life, and there are many other restrictions regarding legal carrying of weapons. Each state has its own respective laws on Continue Reading
Why You Should Spend At Least 100$ on a Traditional Uniform
It is no mystery that we behave and act more confidently and charismatically when we are better dressed. I’m not saying that you need to wear a suit and tie every day to accomplish this; I’m saying that you should wear things that fit you well, are of good material quality and above all make you feel comfortable.
Compete With Yourself
Long ago are the days when I was a teen color belt student, and I would be looking at my friends in class and try to see if my stance could be lower than theirs, my kicks higher, and my kihaps louder. It was a great motivator at the time; Continue Reading
Emptying Your Cup
How much do you allow previous martial arts experience to bias you when cross training something new? Read today’s article by David to learn more about what it truly means to empty your cup”