One Single Step

As the saying goes, a journey of 1000 miles begins with a single step. I took that step a few days ago by joining the 2025 black belt program. Much like my first step into the dojo over 10 years ago, I was excited and also nervous to push my limits as a martial artist, an athlete, and a man. I’m honored to take part in this experience – even if like Musashi, I may walk the path alone. In life I often catch myself, with good intentions, over-planning my next task or goal – which often becomes a procrastination all its own. While having a plan is important, I realize now that one simply has to take one single step and keep moving forward.

My current Challenge progress as of February 23, 2025.