Begin Again: What a Black Belt Test Teaches Us About Failure and Growth
At a recent black belt test at Okami Kai, three students earned their first-degree black belts and four were promoted to second degree.One candidate was not promoted.That result may be uncomfortable to talk about, but it is an important part of what made the test meaningful. A black belt test is not simply a ceremony […]
The Fight To Stay In
Scott Campsall talks about something close to his heart in an effort to encourage anyone who thinks about walking away from their martial arts journey.He explains why he still trains after all these years—and maybe more importantly, why you should too.Everyone has a moment in their life when they think about cashing in on their […]