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Don't Fear the Test

   3820637199?profile=original  So over my time practicing Marttial Arts I've known a few people to get really stressed about belt tests.  Myself included.  Understandably so, it's stressful.  Of course you want to make progress and be rewarded for it, but then there's always the doubting voice in the back of your head. 

    There are numerous ways to cope with stressors, too many to talk about here.  Some people shout, some cry, some bottle it all up, some run, some fall, some people stand up and take it head on.  No matt

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For over 20 years now, i have had the incredible privilege to get to know, work with, teach, inspire, witness, love, re s pect,
and learn from kids. I have constantly been awed by their creativity, resourcefulness, resilience, honesty, loyalty, compassion, courage, and joy.

this blog entry is in honor of these young heroes.

To those who have moved on, who are out there in the world, making an impact, and changing it. Living healthy, happy lives, and building a better world. To the reporter, the
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