A psychologist walked around a room while teaching stress management to an audience. As she raised a glass of water, everyone expected they’d be asked the “half empty or half full” question. Instead, with a smile on her face, she inquired: “How heavy is this glass of water?” Continue reading Half Empty or Half Full?
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Do not undervalue what you sell
Do not undervalue what you sell (or buy) by going all “cheapskate”
Life is all about what frequency you resonate at – put out low vibration… get low vibration back
Things are good but don’t rest on your laurels
I’ve had some great feedback from instructors and students just lately, lots of fun events, classes are buzzing, numbers are good but more importantly standards are high!!
But remember – ‘Whilst things are good don’t rest on your laurels’ Continue reading Things are good but don’t rest on your laurels
Top tips for ditching a pessimistic outlook
Some people suffer from a pessimistic outlook on life. If you are prone to this way of thinking, you might think this is going to be difficult to shake off. However, the truth is that by making a few simple changes in your life, you can become a more optimistic person and have the right positive attitude to help you achieve your goals. Continue reading Top tips for ditching a pessimistic outlook
Great lessons that ‘should’ be learnt from the martial arts
1. Leave your ego at the door
This is one of the cardinal rules of any successful martial arts club but it will apply anywhere you go too, with anything you try. Leave your pride behind and open your mind to learn instead. You’ll be surprised at how much further it takes you.
2. You can learn something new from everyone you meet
Whether it’s the new guy who somehow has a flawless left hook or the white belt whose incessant questions enable you to become a better instructor, everyone you’ll meet in your life has the ability to show you something new. Take it as an opportunity to better yourself and help others with what you learn.
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Don’t just ‘go through the motions’
I was at the centre this morning. I was feeling a little tired and my hip and back were sore. I was having a hard time getting going and I caught myself thinking “just get the day done and tomorrow I will start fresh, Continue reading Don’t just ‘go through the motions’
7 Principles for developing ‘Weight Management’
‘Motivation starts you, discipline & routine keeps you going’
Warning – read with caution as some of the points addressed may offend!
1. ‘Your spoon doesn’t make you fat’
Weight management starts at the super market and what you put into your trolley, fact! Be strong, be disciplined!
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The Need for Martial Arts Speed
As a general guide, speed is ‘the ability to put body parts into motion quickly, or the maximum rate that a person can move over a specific distance’.
Developing your Student Retention
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