Whining....

I talk to other instructors and they sometimes have the same gripes I do.

Why do people think they need to whine during their training? For one thing, a traditional martial art is not a democracy. People pretty much know what they are getting into when they start training. Practices can be harsh, fun, challenging, thought-provoking, monotonous, exhilirating, and frustrating all at the same time. That's the way it is. Get over it.

A person's martial arts "career" can be the same way. Some parts are easier than others. If the instructor wants to change something in your curriculum or training or gradings, then he or she has that ability and right. That's the way it is. Get over it.

Effective exercise is supposed to be pretty intense. It can be physically, mentally, and emotionally uncomfortable and exhausting. No one said it would be easy. That's the way it is. Get over it.Coaches have to tell their athletes some things that they need to hear but don't necessarily want to. Growth can be painful. That is the nature of change. That's the way it is. Get over it.

Secret to success: Be flexible. Be ready to change. Don't take things personally. Know what you want and don't be afraid of the process to get it. Drop your selfish needs and wants.





That's the way it is. Get over it.