Everything I Need to Know I Learned In Martial Arts

* When you get knocked on your butt, get right back up and smile
* Wearing a uniform doesn't mean you're not unique. It means you belong to something greater than your solitary self.
* There's a huge difference between being confident and being arrogant.
* Respect those who know more than you do-which is a whole lot of people.
* You can learn something from everyone, even if he or she is a lower rank than you.
* Set big goals and take determined steps. Step, Step, Step, you'll get where your going.
* If you're a good student, you'll learn what's taught to you. If you're a wise student you'll know how little you really know.
* Observe and learn from nature. like a cat always land on your feet. like a snake, be flexible and bend without breaking. Like a bird build a strong nest and protect your family. like a fish that has swallowed a hook, fight back. Like a flower bloom and bring beauty to the world.
* There is a bully in every group, strive to give them the attention they crave.
* Daily repetition and practice will transform and ordinary person into an extrodinary being.
* Fight when you must, seek peace and harmony the rest of the time.
* Age is something to be honored and respected.
* Truly strong people don't need to tell the world about their strength, it shows.
* Protect those who are weaker
* Mentor those who wish to learn.
* Discipline your mind and your body will follow
* Truly, madly, deeply love your chosen art. This love will transform you and make you a more lovable person to all who come in contact with you.
* Love God and he will love you back.