For many it's about the belt. Those who've achieved black, they've realized that it's a stepping stone. The real fruit is in the knowledge.

Having nonphysical control over the situation is an art all in itself.

Remember, we train for people who are untrained. Most people don't have any training, so this gives us the upper hand in altercations.

Sometimes, in order to get where you want to go, you have to put in the effort. Although not the easiest habit to form, it is essential.

You can practice martial arts anytime you please. For example, I practice my sweeps and timing when I open doors. I pull then sweep it open.

The insight is in the excuse. Always question yourself and the bias you may have about systems or practitioners. What does it say about you?

Those moments when you are running conversational scenarios in your head, then they go from 0-100 and turn physical. Mind game training.

In all seriousness. What is more serious than actively not taking yourself seriously? This mental MA will help in daily altercations.

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Learn the history of your art. Martial arts can help you become more cultured and empathetic to the world around you.

Inaction within action, effortless effort, timeless timing. These are the goals I strive to achieve.

Martial arts and dance are different sides to the same coin. That's why there are a lot of martial arts which are disguised as a dance.

If you go in with the desire to understand, verses having the need to be the best, you will come out a transformed artist for the better.

When frustration arises with a technique or a partner, get excited. It means you have more to work on. Don't let it overtake you. Dig deeper

Each time you persuade someone to be interested in martial arts, the world becomes safer by one person. Let's aim to create a safe world!

What do you think works best. Empty hands before weapons, or weapons before empty hands? I like the FMA way where it's all the same motions

Spar often so that you work out of the automatic flinch. It'll keep you calm so that you can stand strong and stay aware on the inside.

In a plateau? Change it up. Go compete, find a different gym/dojo to checkout. Train with people you aren't used to.

Distance allows for things to not get physical. The mental battle should be won with ease, not met with resistance. That is mastery.

Observation deals with more senses than just your eyes. You observe with your entire being. MA Training is observing threatening motions.