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I am able to be flexible and patient with myself to get back on track and be the type of parent I want to be. I am so thankful that marital arts has made me become a better mom and ultimately a better person.<\/p>\n\n\tI never had any desire to practice martial arts until I was 25 years old. I randomly stumbled upon it and it changed my life forever. What I thought would make me strong and safe turned into something that gave me the tools to conquer anything I want to do in life…including parenting.<\/p>\n
\n\tParenting is one of the toughest but most rewarding things I will ever do. If I didn't have the tools that I learned from marital arts I really don't know what I would do. Patience, self-discipline, structure and respect are the best qualities a mom can have and my favorite tools for creating a positive environment for my children.<\/p>\n
\n\tThe most valuable thing I learned in Martial Arts was discipline — actually self-discipline. Self-discipline is the trait needed to accomplish your goals independently. When I stay focused on what’s most important to me and my family than I can be the kind of mom I want to be and not be distracted by things that don’t matter. I would venture to say that self-discipline is invaluable for relationships, school, work and even happiness.<\/p>\n
\n\tAlthough there are many times that I forget to use these tools, I am able to be flexible and patient with myself to get back on track and be the type of parent I want to be. I am so thankful that marital arts has made me become a better mom and ultimately a better person.<\/p>\n