Empathy and Kindness This blog is about my own experiences as a black belt Taekwondo student, which are grounded in practice and research and other sources about Taekwondo. I hope this blog is a good read for Taekwondo students (past, present and future), because I believe that students under the guidance of good instructors will not only learn the art, […]
You will most likely get hurt at one point, be ready to explain your bruises, and be happy someone asked about them This blog is about my own experiences as a black belt Taekwondo student, which are grounded in practice and research and other sources about Taekwondo. I hope this blog is a good read for Taekwondo students (past, present […]
Here at Focused Solutions Consuling LLC we are all about empowerment. Now, we just read about a really great idea to empower the very young and the very old, by putting a retirement home together with a preschool. In this case, not only did the older generation feel less lonely as they now seem to have found a new “place” […]
Here is a brief summary on how childhood bullying has long-term effect. Parents, please talk to you chid(ren) about bullying … and listen to them carefully when they talk to you about it.
Now, how many of us step on the scale on a daily basis and get dismayed that the scale has stayed the same or worse, moved up? Probably a lot, because there is a lot of emphasis on “weight” and with that size. While a good “weight range” is absolutely desirable, there might be other factors that will really determine […]
Here at Focused Solutions Consulting LLC, we love food and we love to create new recipes or expand on those we know. We also believe in good nutrition while enjoying one of life’s pleasures! And we love to share those recipes with you as well. So, please “travel” along with us during our culinary exploits and we hope that you […]
Let’s admit it, humans are social creatures and we like to spend time with people around us. But there are also time that being alone is really good and that time by yourself can actually benefit you in many more ways than you think. Please remember, don’t confuse being alone with being or feeling lonely, which is not good for […]
Child sexual abuse might very well be more prevalent than the numbers tell us. One of the explanations for this phenomenon is that abusers encourage children to keep their actions “secret” and “special.” Moreover, in many cases that I have seen, those who were sexually abuse were told not to tell anyone because in case they do, some “beloved” person […]
Here at Focused Solutions Consulting LLC we believe that simply being kind is a great way to be! It goes with our philosophy to lifting people up when they are down and knowing that doing so really doesn’t cost a thing, maybe just a few minutes of your time. But kindness makes you happier, can change your brain structure to […]
It is not by muscle, speed, or physical dexterity that great things are achieved, but by reflection, force of character, and judgment. – Marcus Tullius Cicero A little while ago I posted “Thoughts about moving beyond just teaching Taekwondo – Mentoring novice and junior ranking students,” suggesting that those who teach or mentor Taekwondo students should be engaged in a […]