Decreasing Stress, Encouragement, Karate, Learn to Appreciate, Motivational, Philosophy

Bravery

Balance On occasion, someone thanks me for  being brave enough to put myself out there on social media. When I began my social media journey 8 years ago, I never really thought of it that way. But back then there were not many women promoting themselves or their martial art or allowing a personal glimpse… Read More Bravery

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Odette Russell – Grandmaster and Empowered Self-Defense Expert

“We have to be comfortable with the uncomfortable.” -Odette Russell Do not miss this captivating interview with Odette Russell. Click on the link below to listen to the podcast: Podcast Highlights:  Stalked by a drug dealer as a teen and young woman, Odette Russell knows a thing or two about the importance of protecting yourself… Read More Odette Russell – Grandmaster and Empowered Self-Defense Expert

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Karate in College – Andy, Gabby, Cameron & Marissa

This fun Podcast highlights four women who share how collegiate karate improved their college years and their lives. Listen by clicking below: These women share why collegiate karate is important and why their instructor, Sensei Swanson, is instrumental in their love and participation in this martial art. They show a perspective rarely discussed, how practicing… Read More Karate in College – Andy, Gabby, Cameron & Marissa

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Why Women Need Martial Arts

There was a day when I did not even think about martial arts. I focused on a career, marriage and eventually starting a family. But martial arts? I never considered learning one until my husband boldly mentioned that a local recreation center had martial art classes and we should try them. I was already 26… Read More Why Women Need Martial Arts

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The Plight of the Martial Arts Woman

I was talking to a couple of martial art women tonight, and the first thing that entered my mind during the discussion was the plight of the martial arts woman. A “plight” is a dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation. While we have made great strides in martial arts, I believe the martial art woman is… Read More The Plight of the Martial Arts Woman

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The Martial Arts Woman book

Everything I do, write, and say is about empowering others to be the best that they can be. This project was the most special because it is a collaboration with more than twenty-five other martial art women.Their stories, anecdotes, difficulties, life-lessons and motivations will inspire you to be the best that YOU can be. Don’t… Read More The Martial Arts Woman book