Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Robert Ellis’ FOURTEEN SELF-DEFEATING RULES  Robert Ellis argued that a small number of core beliefs underlie most unhelpful emotions and behaviors.  Core beliefs are underlying rules or code which guides how we react to the events and circumstances in our lives.  Over the thirty-five years Ellis worked on this cognitive level, Ellis Read More

TRUST LEADERSHIP TRAIT DEFINITION & EXAMPLES  Elementary: Confidence placed in someone or something Secondary: Firm belief in the integrity, ability, or character of a person or thing; confidence or  reliance Related Words  Trustworthy Confidence Belief Faith Certainty Assurance Conviction Credence Reliance Quotes about Trust  “Trust is having faith in someone or something.  It is having Read More

By Helen Noronha, Do you think laziness is screwing your life? Have you ever thought of overcoming laziness to  improve yourself and live better? If you want to then here is a Japanese technique – kaizen for  overcoming laziness. “If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine; it is lethal.”  ― Paulo Coelho  Have you Read More

Coming Soon! Our new book will be out by the end of June or early July.  You’ll receive a complimentary copy when it does.  Just ask us.

Shoka News  Shotokan Karate Leadership School® Newsletter July 1, 2023  A BIG Welcome to our newest students!   ❖ Erick Diaz, Apollo Geissinger, Jason Zapadinsky, Tyler Thygesen, Alina Reyes,  Norah Reyes, Karter Grieb, Dominic Martinez, Emilie Stirnaman, Emilio Sanchez,  Carlos Pureco, Rylee Nelson, Jose Suarez, Saint Hill, Ana Rosete, Ronin  McKeown Upcoming Events and Activities   July Read More

Adult Health and Fitness

July 1, 2023  Marty Callahan 8th Degree Black Belt “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden,  meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, in order to assure the survival and success  of liberty.” – John F. Kennedy 35th President of Read More

Physical Fitness Improves Mental Health

If you’re someone who struggles with anxiety, karate can be a great way to help manage your symptoms and lead a healthier, happier life. Not only is it an excellent form of physical exercise, but it also provides an outlet for mental stress. Here are some of the ways that karate can help you conquer Read More

Dad’s often don’t get the attention  mom’s get, and that’s okay.  If they’re doing their job, they don’t need the recognition.  Seeing their child grow into the man or woman they are meant to be, is enough for them.

June 1, 2023  A BIG Welcome to our newest students!   ❖ Elliot Zapadinsky, Juliann Finn, Avery Finn, Liam Finn, Patrick Finn,  Ed Estrada, Jagger Espy, Nolan Hettich, Daniel Fajardo, Lumen  Ares, Aiden Gardiner, Apache Greenberg, Elijah Lawson, Erick Diaz,  Apollo Geissinger, Jason Zapadinsky, Tyler Thygesen, Alina Reyes,  Norah Reyes, Ares Skaife Upcoming Events and Activities  Read More