Knowledge, Wisdom, and Rank
The colour of your sash does not necessarily corelate to retained knowledge, wisdom, skill, or anything else commonly attributed to a higher rank.
Chasing Black
Getting your black sash is an admirable goal to be sure but sometimes it can become a fixation. Fixating on the prize, especially for younger adult students, can have a negative effect on their enjoyment of Kung Fu.
Back to the Beginning
Routine can be both a blessing and a curse. Some people thrive on routine while others despise routine. In some cases, routine can be replaced by the word rut, and rut is synonymous with a lack of motivation.
Walk the Walk
You are probably all familiar with the term, “you can talk the talk; but can you walk the walk?” In other words, can you take the action to back up the words that you speak, or, one of my favorite expressions, don’t tell me; show me.
The Mercurial Nature of Perfection
The pursuit of perfection can be both a blessing and a curse, because perfection is an illusion that moves farther away as we reach out to touch it.
T’Was the Night Before Christmas…
From our home to yours, Merry Christmas and a safe, healthy, and Happy New Year.