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Be aware of what you’re doing, beginning with your breathing.
“I am aware that I am breathing.”
“I am aware that I am listening.”
“I am aware that this too shall pass.”
This moment. Here. …
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We are involved in a rather revolutionary project involving a change in the what, when, why, and how of teaching people of all ages about self-defense. The project has been launched with my martial arts teacher’s association, The One Hundred (The 100), and involves a concept coined Intelligent Curriculum.
The idea of an "Intelligent…
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One beautiful afternoon last summer, the little ninja and I (or more correctly, the little Messi at that particular moment), stopped by the Park on the Lid to work on our soccer skills before heading down the hill for TKD. We were going through our usual drills a little pass & run,…
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Ok, for everyone playing along (thanks by the way, I think this is great).
Today's Five Words are on:
My five favorite things that I do, have done, or love to do at MIMA classes?
Remember: five words…
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As, many may be aware of there are many benefits to practicing the art of mediation but recent research suggests that those benefits are even more. A recent article in the New York Times sparked my interest and I thought that I would share it with you:
How Meditation May Change the Brain
By SINDYA N.…
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How about this week we try another one:
Write below in the comments, 5 words which describe what makes a great teacher.
Remember only 5 words!
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Always wanted to learn how they do those tricks in the movies? Wondered how they look they are flying? Now is your chance to learn how to do a martial arts "tricking" or cinematic martial arts. Parents this class will be safe and fun. Here's a link of the finished product
Teens adults Mondays at 7pm
Children Fridays at 4:15pm…
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I would love to hear what the martial arts training, and MIMA has done for you, or means to you. Please add in the comment on this blog post --
Here is the trick though --- Limit of 5 words!
Lets see who can get the most…
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Welcome back for another insightfully riveting brain dump from the Tae Kwon Dad. I want to give a big shout out to all the new Black Belts, and everybody else who moved a notch closer to their Black Belts and a thank you for providing me with the perfect segue to this week’s topic.…
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Please feel free to upload your photos and videos as well! We can add them to the record of a memorable testing. If you don't know how please ask, we would love to see your pics/videos. I haven't processed my photos yet (technical difficulty), so more to come for sure. Congratulations to you all! And don't miss CGNs Nelson and Sams as they do a make up due to the weather in February.…
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Several months ago I was injured during Martial Arts. Once I got over the initial pain of injury I determined I was at a cross road.
Have surgery and rehab with the possibility of returning back to a high level of physical activity including martial arts or do not have surgery and live a life of limited physical activity which basically meant walking only.
Thinking back to…
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People are often surprised we chose to start our daughter training in martial arts at such a young age and they often ask why. Given the myriad of benefits we’ve seen in our daughter, it made me realize that this is not a question that can be answered in a quick 2-sentence sound…
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1. What are my goals upon having reached black belt for my future training and learning?
My first goal is to become a second dan before I graduate from high school. I look forward to mentoring future students working toward their black belt. In martial arts I learned to focus which helps me in fencing and in school.
2. What kind of black belt…
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My first living hero is my history teacher, Bill. He always encourages you to research and discover new things about the ancient world. He makes history fun while we are also learning things about the ancient world.
My second living hero is my science teacher, Walter. Whenever someone is yelling at…
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Friend! Yes, here would be a beautiful picture of my friend Karen. I assure you she has no problem with me posting this picture because it used to be her profile picture on facebook not too long ago. I also assure you there are more attractive pictures than this, but this face is too awesome not to repost. …
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Mercer Island Reporter Staff
December…
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I figured a good place to look for heroes was in history. The problem usually is, though, that on a closer inspection, despite all the good these people have done, often the heroes of history have…
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Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world, for it is the only thing that ever has.Margaret Meade
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