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Tag: winning

  • The Power of Your Word: Building a Life of Integrity and Trust

    by Gene Burke In today’s world where promises are made lightly, commitments are often conditional, and loyalty can be fleeting, the value of a person who keeps their word has never been greater. Words have power. They shape our character, define our relationships, and determine the level of trust others place in us. To be…

  • Frustration as a Power for Positive Change

    We’ve all been there, expecting someone to show up for us, only to be left disappointed. Maybe a friend promised to call and didn’t, a colleague brushed off a request, or you reached out for help and were met with silence. In those moments, it’s easy to feel invisible, unappreciated, or even betrayed. But here’s…

  • Osu no Seishin-The Spirit of Perseverance in Real Life

    There’s a phrase that resonates deeply with me, Osu no Seishin. In martial arts, especially in disciplines like Kyokushin karate, this phrase embodies the “spirit of perseverance,” or more literally, “to push through.” It’s a mindset forged in sweat, repetition, and quiet struggle. And it doesn’t just belong in the dojo, it belongs everywhere. It…