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Alena Turley – Insights and Inspiration from a Hapkido Perspective

Alena Turley (Sydney, Australia)  understands the power of training.  As just a white belt, she fended off two attackers and later overcame a brief imprisonment at home by knife. Click here to listen: https://anchor.fm/andrea-harkins/episodes/Alena-Turley—Insights-and-Inspiration-from-a-Hapkido-Perspective-ekfqju. With her own experience of trauma and abuse behind her, she is uniquely qualified to work with women to develop strength… Read More Alena Turley – Insights and Inspiration from a Hapkido Perspective

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Who Are You?

Someone asked me recently, do you know who you are?  I provided the usual reply, “a mother, wife, martial artist, writer, friend…” blah, blah, blah. The truth is I didn’t take even a moment to think about it.  And, what I spewed so quickly are the roles I play, not really who I am.  No, to get… Read More Who Are You?

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Lucie Marsh – An Untold Story of Trauma to Triumph

Lucie Marsh – Click on the link below to listen to the podcast: Lucie Marsh is currently one of the few females ranked as 6th Dan in the SKIF organization. She lives in the UK and has run her own dojo and competed in more than 7 World Championships, several European championships, and hundreds of… Read More Lucie Marsh – An Untold Story of Trauma to Triumph

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Martial Art Confidence

On your first day of martial art class, you know nothing.  You cannot hide that you know nothing. Everyone there knows that you no nothing. You worry about knowing nothing. It is probably not the most confident day in your life.  You might be excited to be there, but confident? It is difficult to be… Read More Martial Art Confidence

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The Insecure Judge Others

Have you ever noticed them? The people who always have something negative to say about others? Maybe you are one of them. Someone is too fat. Someone dresses weird. Someone is old-fashioned, a prude, too serious, too silly, too particular, shy, unhappy, and the list goes on. They have an answer for everyone and an inaccurate… Read More The Insecure Judge Others

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You Are Too Smart to Not Set Goals

I do not know why, but when I sit down to write out my goals, all I end up doing is staring at a blank computer screen or a blank sheet of paper. While my mind usually feels full of ideas and experiences that I want to pursue, when it comes time to actually memorialize… Read More You Are Too Smart to Not Set Goals

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Three Powerful Tips for Living a Better Life

I think it is safe to say that we would all like to live the best life that we can. Whether it is health, fitness, finances, or happiness, everyone has a desire to live better in one way or another. Here are three simple life and mindset changes that you can put into action today,… Read More Three Powerful Tips for Living a Better Life

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What Does Success Mean to You?

What is success? Does it matter if others think you are successful, or is it defined within you? When you wake up in the morning and feel happy, is that success? If you are content with your profession, your relationships, or your finances, is that success? Motivator, Tony Robbins, said “To be great, you have… Read More What Does Success Mean to You?

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When You SHOULD Quit

During my journey as a writer, motivator, and martial artist, I meet some of the most incredible people. I could have a page  just about all of those who have inspired, motivated, or encouraged me along the way.  None do I take for granted. I know that people are placed in my life for a… Read More When You SHOULD Quit