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Loss of a FriendThis past Saturday night, my work family suffered a tragic loss. A close coworker very suddenly and unexpectedly passed away while he was swimming laps in a pool. It’s believed that he suffered a heart attack a…
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I am so sorry for your loss. I am glad you are able to find some positive in his passing. I know that doesn’t make the loss any easier. 💖
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Ups(Push + Sit)For all you math people out there, feel free to correct my attempt at being clever with the title. I just wanted to reflect on the push-ups and sit ups requirement for the blackbelt test. I am getting what I…
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We have time. We still have 7 months. You are not far behind. We got this as you said. Just keep it up. Time will fly by fast.
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Trying New ThingsDuring our black belt class, we go over passages from The Book of Five Rings each week. This past week, we discussed “annoying” your opponent such in a way to keep them off guard during battle. “By striking unexp…
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Good ideas on trying new things. We are never too old to try a new hobby. For example I tried archery for the first time. If I practiced I might be good at it. I would be willing to try paddle boarding again if I had lessons.
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Blackbelt Check-inYesterday, Sensei Oliver endowed a black stripe to my brown belt, indicating that I am officially in testing for my black belt. Even though I have been on the journey for a few months now, it felt more “real” see…
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Congratulations on getting your black stripe. You are not alone in how you feel. I have the same worries. I hope all the training we are doing will prepare us for that day. I feel like the challenge is a whole year not just that one day. We complete the year we have succeeded. We don’t have to be perfect. We just have to be the best versions of ourselves.
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Very well said Elan! I know we will all overcome the challenge
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I am so sorry for your loss. Death is very difficult when you care about someone. I have lost many people in my life. It is a sad time. I try and remember the good times I had with them. Time will help to heal.