Recently, I was thinking about the process of reaching our dreams and goals, and how the process of enduring those things can cause us to become weary. Enduring the process of any journey is one of the hardest things to do, especially when we are faced with obstacles that are hindering us from obtaining it. Many times we would like to give up and quit, but I think we all know that is not the answer.
Every vision or goal has a process, and it is the process which prepares us for the fulfillment of that goal. Without the process, we wouldn't be ready for the responsibility that comes with that goal. In this case, black belt.
"A persons gifts equips them for their journey, but it is their character that will sustain them."
All to often individuals are held in high regard based upon their abilities. While a persons ability, or giftedness may qualify them, it is a persons character that sustains them when things get tough. It doesn't matter how gifted a person is, if they do not have the ability to remain in control of their emotions, they will begin to unravel at the seams. In the face of adversity, a persons real strength lies beneath. In reality, it IS what we are made of. It is equally important to maintain ones heart, thoughts, and emotions, as well as develop our gifts. The ability to endure is what develops our character and hones a person for their ultimate destiny. While process is never fun it is necessary, and in the end, it is worth everything - the prize.
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Sunday, February 12, 2012
Quiting the Martial Arts
How many times have you heard your child say "Mom & Dad I Want to QUIT?" This can happen whether it's baseball, soccer, football, cheer-leading, dance, and yes even Martial Arts! As parents, we try to get our children involved and exposed to as many activities as possible. It's good to have our children involved in traditional activities; it teaches team spirit and helps them to have some form of a release in otherwise pent up energy. In some sports your child will excel better than others, and in some sports your child will flat out want to quit. At American Martial Arts, we hear so many parents who tell us that "my child tried this and that sport and always winds up quitting!" Even in Martial Arts, when your child reaches a certain belt level, they may go through the same scenario of wanting to quit.
Here's the dilemma that Parents go through...
1. "I don't want to force my child to do something they don't want to do."
2. "I don't feel like arguing with them."
3. "I remember when I was a kid and my parents made me stick to it." (Which isn't a bad idea at all!)
The problem isn't your child wanting to quit something, it's allowing or teaching our child its okay to quit. I know we don't do it purposely, but sometimes it's easier just to give into our child when they are arguing, or screaming and crying about quitting something and not getting their way. When they are in that state, sometimes talking with them and trying to reason with them or even to explain the logic about quitting does not work. After all, they are your pride and joy, and how can you say no when they look into your eyes with that puppy dog look. I'm sure it makes you feel terrible and makes you want to give in.
Parents, you have to understand that your children know you better than you know yourself at times. They are very smart and know already what buttons to push when it comes to getting what they want. As kids we did the same to our parents, we were master manipulators too. At the age your child is at they do not understand the true value of what affect it will have on them when they learn to "QUIT" something. It will have a domino effect later in their personal life.
For example:
1. Among their peers if they feel they are not winning a game, they simply just give up.
2. The moment they feel a challenge coming on or experience hard work, they quit.
3. Statistics show that more than 70% of students quit college way before graduating.
There is a major psychological impact when a child learns that they can quit anything at any time. This behavior will follow them through the critical years that really form your child's developing mind. Kids do not know the value of hard work or understand the importance of perseverance; it's our job as Martial Arts Instructors and as parents to teach them.
Once again, thank you for supporting our Martial Arts school.
Original Post by: Master Shick Park
Here's the dilemma that Parents go through...
1. "I don't want to force my child to do something they don't want to do."
2. "I don't feel like arguing with them."
3. "I remember when I was a kid and my parents made me stick to it." (Which isn't a bad idea at all!)
The problem isn't your child wanting to quit something, it's allowing or teaching our child its okay to quit. I know we don't do it purposely, but sometimes it's easier just to give into our child when they are arguing, or screaming and crying about quitting something and not getting their way. When they are in that state, sometimes talking with them and trying to reason with them or even to explain the logic about quitting does not work. After all, they are your pride and joy, and how can you say no when they look into your eyes with that puppy dog look. I'm sure it makes you feel terrible and makes you want to give in.
Parents, you have to understand that your children know you better than you know yourself at times. They are very smart and know already what buttons to push when it comes to getting what they want. As kids we did the same to our parents, we were master manipulators too. At the age your child is at they do not understand the true value of what affect it will have on them when they learn to "QUIT" something. It will have a domino effect later in their personal life.
For example:
1. Among their peers if they feel they are not winning a game, they simply just give up.
2. The moment they feel a challenge coming on or experience hard work, they quit.
3. Statistics show that more than 70% of students quit college way before graduating.
There is a major psychological impact when a child learns that they can quit anything at any time. This behavior will follow them through the critical years that really form your child's developing mind. Kids do not know the value of hard work or understand the importance of perseverance; it's our job as Martial Arts Instructors and as parents to teach them.
Once again, thank you for supporting our Martial Arts school.
Original Post by: Master Shick Park
Friday, February 10, 2012
Most Common Martial Arts School (Dojo) Names on dojolocator.com
Here is a list of most common Dojo names, based on 24,550 Dojos listed with dojolocator.com. Some of these names may indicate the top franchises in the Martial Arts industry, particularly in the USA, others indicate popular choices. If you are looking for a rather unique Dojo name for a Dojo, you might want to avoid these. If you are looking for a Dojo with specific name, try Searching Dojo By Name.Most Common Martial Arts School (Dojo) Names on dojolocator.com
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Abacoa, Jupiter Florida: Spring Training comes to Roger Dean Stadium
Abacoa, Jupiter Florida: Spring Training comes to Roger Dean Stadium: Abacoa is a planned community of live, work and play homes on the south side of Jupiter. It is also home to a golf club, FAU Honors Coll...
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Kids in the classroom
When it comes to motivating younger students in the classroom, sometimes they just need to have little more fun in their exercises. The quicker they realize they are no longer "working" they work even harder. As soon as the attention is off of making everything correct, they can be corrected. Kids that tend to live and train in an environment that is negative based, will always grow up thinking about what's wrong, instead of what's right. If kids live and train in a positive environment, with praise, they will see things from a positive standpoint.
Building kids from the inside out, is probably the key ingredient in making champions for life. While having a student understand the importance of being able to defend themselves, it's far more important that they understand how valuable they are, and how much they can accomplish in life, as a martial artist.
Building kids from the inside out, is probably the key ingredient in making champions for life. While having a student understand the importance of being able to defend themselves, it's far more important that they understand how valuable they are, and how much they can accomplish in life, as a martial artist.
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