Lots of magazines these days are touting the "Easy, No will power required, no sweat, no exercise" Health Regimes.
Really?
Add "Eat anything" and flop on the couch too while you're at it.
I don't know about you but reading that kind of crap makes me feel sorry for the man or woman who wants to get in shape and ends up following a stupid plan like the one outlined above.
What's alarming to me is that some people do believe it.
Even if it did work and you got rid of all your unwanted body fat by doing nothing, what would you look like on the inside?
Following what we'll call from now on the "Dumb Plan", you would have the ILLUSION of Health.
Choosing to exercise and lose weight and gain muscle the old fashion way does much more than burn fat and make you look good.
It strengthens your organs.
It fully oxygenates the blood stream.
It lowers blood pressure.
It improves your mood by releasing feel good endorphins.
It makes you focus.
It creates new neural pathways.
It improves memory.
It raises your energy level.
It improves blood flow throughout your body.
It improves body awareness and motor skills.
And the list goes on and on.
Why would you want to get fit and healthy any other way than the traditional way?
Training has always been for me to maximize my potential. To make sure my body and mind, my machine is functioning like it was intended. Being lean and fit is only a by-product of this endeavor. I choose to stay and walk on the path of Self-Mastery.
Will you join me?
Sibok Martin
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Showing posts with label Attitude. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Attitude. Show all posts
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Monday, January 10, 2011
What you can become
Recognize these 2?
That's me and Sifu Steph, 2 and 4 years old respectively.
Having kids and looking at old pictures of yourself makes you think of where you were and how far you've come.
Recognizing past successes and acknowledging your humble beginnings is important to fuel your desire for constant improvement here now in the present.
Students often forget to stop and think about that.
When you're training you only see what's in front of you as far as techniques, fitness and principles you need to master. The next level always seems to be more challenging than the other.
You find yourself aggravated that you can't do your 120th push-up in 2 minutes when in reality if you stopped and reflected on your first class when doing 10 was challenging you wouldn't be so hard on yourself.
"Know where you're going but know where you've been" is an important piece of advice for longevity in any undertaking and it's especially true in martial art training.
One thing for sure, the practice of martial arts is GOOD for you.
And we encourage you to get started if you haven't already done so.
Visit this link for a school near you.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
P.S. Your potential is unlimited. Your success today is dictated by the choices you've made when you failed and the resilience and confidence you create when you succeed.
That's me and Sifu Steph, 2 and 4 years old respectively.
Having kids and looking at old pictures of yourself makes you think of where you were and how far you've come.
Recognizing past successes and acknowledging your humble beginnings is important to fuel your desire for constant improvement here now in the present.
Students often forget to stop and think about that.
When you're training you only see what's in front of you as far as techniques, fitness and principles you need to master. The next level always seems to be more challenging than the other.
You find yourself aggravated that you can't do your 120th push-up in 2 minutes when in reality if you stopped and reflected on your first class when doing 10 was challenging you wouldn't be so hard on yourself.
"Know where you're going but know where you've been" is an important piece of advice for longevity in any undertaking and it's especially true in martial art training.
One thing for sure, the practice of martial arts is GOOD for you.
And we encourage you to get started if you haven't already done so.
Visit this link for a school near you.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
P.S. Your potential is unlimited. Your success today is dictated by the choices you've made when you failed and the resilience and confidence you create when you succeed.
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Can you live by this?
"Following through on a decision long after the excitement and the emotion of the moment has passed." ~ Cavett Robert
How many people would be happier and feel fulfilled if the above statement was followed to a "T".
It's easy to get excited to do something but who possesses the determination and character to actually follow through on it?
Take new year resolutions.
Everybody has one (or some).
But how many have been following through on the resolutions of January 2010 well into December 2010?
That would be an interesting statistic to look at.
My father always encouraged me and my family to write goals before January 1st and I really enjoy doing that.
The part that most people don't get is: If you write your goals down in January and don't look at them until next January, and expect those goals and resolutions to become a reality, it's just not going to happen.
Your goal book is your attack plan.
And goals change all the time throughout the course of a month or during the year.
Where you are versus where you want to go is ever-changing and adjustments need to be made constantly.
Set up the rules so YOU win.
I like the saying: "under promise but over deliver"
Set easy to attain goals and build momentum from there.
Success creates confidence. Confidence creates activity. Activity creates habits. Habits create results. Results are success. Success creates confidence...
Keep that in mind for next year.
Make mastering yourself and martial arts a priority in 2011. Here are lots of ways to help you do that.
Sibok M
How many people would be happier and feel fulfilled if the above statement was followed to a "T".
It's easy to get excited to do something but who possesses the determination and character to actually follow through on it?
Take new year resolutions.
Everybody has one (or some).
But how many have been following through on the resolutions of January 2010 well into December 2010?
That would be an interesting statistic to look at.
My father always encouraged me and my family to write goals before January 1st and I really enjoy doing that.
The part that most people don't get is: If you write your goals down in January and don't look at them until next January, and expect those goals and resolutions to become a reality, it's just not going to happen.
Your goal book is your attack plan.
And goals change all the time throughout the course of a month or during the year.
Where you are versus where you want to go is ever-changing and adjustments need to be made constantly.
Set up the rules so YOU win.
I like the saying: "under promise but over deliver"
Set easy to attain goals and build momentum from there.
Success creates confidence. Confidence creates activity. Activity creates habits. Habits create results. Results are success. Success creates confidence...
Keep that in mind for next year.
Make mastering yourself and martial arts a priority in 2011. Here are lots of ways to help you do that.
Sibok M
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Opposite of Lazy
When I was very young my father related one of many stories to me that I'll never forget.
Without going through it all this is how it ends...
So the student asks the wise man: "What would you consider man's greatest sin?'
The wise man pondered for a while and replied:
"Lazyness"
You definitely want to be on the opposite side of lazyness. Nothing fires me up more than seeing a lazy kid or adult.
I just can't stand it.
We also refer to it as someone having lazy energy, lousy energy or sleepy energy.
Do you know someone like that? How does it feel being around them?
Right.
You feel infected.
Unless you hold the antidote to lazyness.
Do you know what it is?
Enthusiasm.
Someone enthusiastic embraces the philosophy of:
DO IT NOW
Whatever falls into your lap as things to do. Do it now.
Do it now or take some action towards the completion of that thing that needs to be done now.
If your spouse asks you to do something: Do it now.
If daily physical training is on your list Do it now.
If you're a parent, remember kids model someone, YOU. If a child is lazy they learned it somewhere, from watching you!
This little phrase should be embedded in your mind like a little mantra.
Master Yourself, Do it Now!
Sibok M
Without going through it all this is how it ends...
So the student asks the wise man: "What would you consider man's greatest sin?'
The wise man pondered for a while and replied:
"Lazyness"
You definitely want to be on the opposite side of lazyness. Nothing fires me up more than seeing a lazy kid or adult.
I just can't stand it.
We also refer to it as someone having lazy energy, lousy energy or sleepy energy.
Do you know someone like that? How does it feel being around them?
Right.
You feel infected.
Unless you hold the antidote to lazyness.
Do you know what it is?
Enthusiasm.
Someone enthusiastic embraces the philosophy of:
DO IT NOW
Whatever falls into your lap as things to do. Do it now.
Do it now or take some action towards the completion of that thing that needs to be done now.
If your spouse asks you to do something: Do it now.
If daily physical training is on your list Do it now.
If you're a parent, remember kids model someone, YOU. If a child is lazy they learned it somewhere, from watching you!
This little phrase should be embedded in your mind like a little mantra.
Master Yourself, Do it Now!
Sibok M
Monday, November 8, 2010
Are you Teachable?
While I'm wrapping up my time spent here in Los Angeles this important question comes to mind.
Not only is it important in Martial Arts but I think what you accomplish in your life is in direct proportion to how faithful you are to this important principle.
"Are YOU teachable?"
"Of course I am!" you might say.
Staying teachable is one of the hardest things to do because eventually your mind wants to say: "I know that, NEXT!"
And it isn't so much about learning new things it's HOW you learn. Do you look and listen more than you talk?
Do you know what one of your body's strongest muscles are?
Your legs?
Your biceps?
Maybe your abdominals?
Actually, none of the above.
Some of the strongest muscles in your body are in your EYES.
And for good reason.
If you're going to learn and constantly improve yourself you need to use them wisely.
Model someone that has what you want or has been where you have been.
Along the same lines, another strong muscle is your tongue.
When you do speak (which should be proportionately less than watching and listening) make sure to keep your promises and follow through on what you say you're going to do.
Become a person of integrity and character.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
P.S. This has got to be one of the most important life lessons you can ever learn.
Not only in martial arts but in every area, be it in your personal affairs or professional ones.Do you know someone who doesn't follow through on their promises? Send them our way and we'll help them with that.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
I see the light!
Today marks the 131st year since Edison first was successful with his carbon filament light bulb which lasted for 13.5 hours back in 1879.
The reason I bring this up is the mindset and important lesson that can be drawn from Edison's struggle with making this discovery.
Everyone knows (or should know) that Edison failed 10,000 times before being successful with his invention.
Talk about persistence!
And we are sometimes frustrated in our martial art training when we don't get it the first try!
How ridiculous.
This ties in perfectly with one of Bruce Lee's famous quotes: "I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times."
Take from Edison and Bruce Lee's example and do with it what you will.
Persistence and a never give up attitude is crucial to accomplishing your goals.
Although your martial art journey is never all highs and all lows, I assure you the rewards of sticking with it and following through will bring personal satisfaction and a deep feeling of accomplishment not because you reach black belt but to realize you did not allow any circumstances to deviate you from your objective.
Success builds Confidence.
The ultimate goal is to mirror what you do in the Dojo and match it in everything else you undertake in your life. Be relentless. Be a warrior and never, ever give up.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
The reason I bring this up is the mindset and important lesson that can be drawn from Edison's struggle with making this discovery.
Everyone knows (or should know) that Edison failed 10,000 times before being successful with his invention.
Talk about persistence!
And we are sometimes frustrated in our martial art training when we don't get it the first try!
How ridiculous.
This ties in perfectly with one of Bruce Lee's famous quotes: "I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times."
Take from Edison and Bruce Lee's example and do with it what you will.
Persistence and a never give up attitude is crucial to accomplishing your goals.
Although your martial art journey is never all highs and all lows, I assure you the rewards of sticking with it and following through will bring personal satisfaction and a deep feeling of accomplishment not because you reach black belt but to realize you did not allow any circumstances to deviate you from your objective.
Success builds Confidence.
The ultimate goal is to mirror what you do in the Dojo and match it in everything else you undertake in your life. Be relentless. Be a warrior and never, ever give up.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
Monday, August 30, 2010
Keep the Edge
Time flies when you're having fun, right?
Summer has passed, kids are back to school and Training Camp is but a long lost memory.
Unless of course you get to see more pictures to help joggle your memory!
Even if you didn't attend there's a powerful lesson I'd like to share with you today.
2010 is almost a wrap and the dreaded Winter Season is soon upon us.
I say "dreaded" because most people pack on a layer or two of fat during the winter months and I think most people want to avoid that this year.
The powerful lesson I want you to get in the habit of following is creating and re-visiting Visual Triggers.
Most Pictures we take are when we are happy, yes?
Pretty rare that we think of taking a picture when we're at a low point in our life.
Can you imagine that? An album loaded with the worst moments of your life? No thanks.
What I'm getting at is you're going to have ups and downs in your training, that's totally normal.
But if you surround yourself with Visual Triggers that get you excited and motivated to train they'll happen less and to a lesser degree.
Pictures on your Walls, Albums, Goal Books, Dream Boards, Clothes, Music.
If you look for them they're all around you, use them and keep the edge in the coming months so you're ready to take on the new year and double your efforts to get what you want out of life.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Mental Appetites
William James was quoted saying: "We do not sing because we are happy. We are happy because we sing." Along those same lines "We do not stop working and playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop working and playing."
Staying young and vibrant is a top priority of mine and although making sure you exercise properly and regularly is very important to keep yourself aligned with that goal, having the right mental attitude is where it all begins.
There's a section in Zig Ziglar's book: "See You at The Top", chapter 3 to be exact, where he clearly explains what one needs to do to: Feed your Mind.
Aren't we all eager to fill our bellies and this on a timely basis 3 times a day?
But when do you deliberately, on a pre-determined schedule feed your mind?
Accidentally?
Occasionally?
When it's convenient?
Wouldn't it be marvelous if it had been arranged so that an empty head, like an empty stomach, wouldn't let its owner rest until its owner put something in it?
You need to constantly read books, listen to inspiring CDs, attend seminars and as martial artists the same is true about your development.
Get involved, read FSD's prime literature, watch FSD DVDs and attend live trainings and seminars so you stay motivated and constantly growing.
Speaking of DVDs we'll have a brand new one for you next week.
I'll let you know the details as soon as they become available.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
There's a section in Zig Ziglar's book: "See You at The Top", chapter 3 to be exact, where he clearly explains what one needs to do to: Feed your Mind.
Aren't we all eager to fill our bellies and this on a timely basis 3 times a day?
But when do you deliberately, on a pre-determined schedule feed your mind?
Accidentally?
Occasionally?
When it's convenient?
Wouldn't it be marvelous if it had been arranged so that an empty head, like an empty stomach, wouldn't let its owner rest until its owner put something in it?
You need to constantly read books, listen to inspiring CDs, attend seminars and as martial artists the same is true about your development.
Get involved, read FSD's prime literature, watch FSD DVDs and attend live trainings and seminars so you stay motivated and constantly growing.
Speaking of DVDs we'll have a brand new one for you next week.
I'll let you know the details as soon as they become available.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
When there's proof it's too late
Yesterday I was reflecting on my father's influence in my life and something dawned on me.
In life you can produce 1 of 2 things:
Reasons or Results.
And we all know Reasons don't count. You can come up with all sorts of reasons why you can't do something. You can even go around telling people what you used to be able to do.
Doesn't matter.
All that matters is the results you can still produce.
And that's all I've ever seen from him: Results.
No excuses, no story, no blaming others.
There's a saying that goes: "When there's proof it's too late".
In other words, do what you have to do and when it's done let everybody else wonder how you did it.
This way you don't have to lie, back pedal, lose face, or make up excuses why you didn't follow through on that thing you said you were going to do.
Keep most of your goals secret, that way, if you catch yourself not following through on some of them you only have to answer to one person: Yourself.
You want to lose weight? Get out there and make it happen.
You want to quit smoking? Decide today: "No more!"
Unhappy with your life? Change it for the better.
Feel like you were meant for more than this? I hear ya.
Stay on the path of Self-Mastery.
Sibok M
P.S. Not reaching your fitness goals? Here's an easy, proven, step by step way of getting the results you really want when it comes to your health and fitness.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Live out of Mindsight not Eyesight
"The most complete map in the world won't take you anywhere unless you know where you are."
This particular statement cannot be ignored.
Do you know where YOU are?
Without this critical information there's no chance for advancement and self-improvement.
On a weekly basis you should be tracking where you are, and daily would be the ideal.
Whether this is for fitness or business goals, knowing where you are simply makes it way clearer to know where you need to go.
I know most people know this but are you doing it?
When you hit daily goals, it creates a surge of energy and enthusiasm as well as momentum. Momentum to take you through this year and others to come.
In all areas of your life, where are you headed?
Are you drifting along haphazardly reacting to life or actively creating your destiny?
From a Martial Art standpoint, skill, strength and flexibility doesn't just happen without dedicated effort and paying close attention to what 's working and what isn't in your training.
Conversely, relationships don't last forever without romance, communication, adventure and honesty.
A business organization doesn't stay alive and thriving for over 30 years without constantly re-inventing itself, re-investing profits and finding better ways to serve their customers.
For each area of your life (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, family, and financial) put them under the microscope, think of it as research, just that the test subject is YOU.
Live your life out of Mindsight not Eyesight.
Mindsight means to live out of your imagination while Eyesight means to live out of memory. The past does not equal the future.
You are responsible for what you create, make it amazing and worthwhile!
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
This particular statement cannot be ignored.
Do you know where YOU are?
Without this critical information there's no chance for advancement and self-improvement.
On a weekly basis you should be tracking where you are, and daily would be the ideal.
Whether this is for fitness or business goals, knowing where you are simply makes it way clearer to know where you need to go.
I know most people know this but are you doing it?
When you hit daily goals, it creates a surge of energy and enthusiasm as well as momentum. Momentum to take you through this year and others to come.
In all areas of your life, where are you headed?
Are you drifting along haphazardly reacting to life or actively creating your destiny?
From a Martial Art standpoint, skill, strength and flexibility doesn't just happen without dedicated effort and paying close attention to what 's working and what isn't in your training.
Conversely, relationships don't last forever without romance, communication, adventure and honesty.
A business organization doesn't stay alive and thriving for over 30 years without constantly re-inventing itself, re-investing profits and finding better ways to serve their customers.
For each area of your life (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, family, and financial) put them under the microscope, think of it as research, just that the test subject is YOU.
Live your life out of Mindsight not Eyesight.
Mindsight means to live out of your imagination while Eyesight means to live out of memory. The past does not equal the future.
You are responsible for what you create, make it amazing and worthwhile!
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Priceless Life Lessons
Every year on March 10th I reflect on where I started and how far I've come.
Even though my father started my training at the same time I started walking.
March 10th, 1985 marks the date of my first official exam ( i.e White Sash) in my martial art training.
The first rank is always memorable as it marks the beginning of your journey, and if taught right, what you learn at this level will serve you well throughout your ascension to Black Belt and beyond.
In September 1984, my very first class, I learned an important lesson that will surely stick with me for the rest of my life.
Lately I've been getting many flashes from my childhood, like one of my past posts about the split test my dad had me do when I was 11 years old.
Have you had these happen to you?
I'm sure you have.
We all have them but I tend to focus on the ones where I learned something important or that I was successful at doing. That way, I can use it to get myself in the right state, physical and mental in the present moment when undertaking a task or project I'm working on.
These are every important for your self-image and using past successes to fuel your goals and dreams in the now as well as give you confidence knowing you can accomplish them because of those successful past experiences truly is priceless.
So what did I learn on that faithful day?
My dad had us all lined up and ready to start class.
Since I was training and watching classes way before I ever did an official one I already knew how to start the class (a very short form to get the class started that consists mostly of testing your balance and coordination) and I wasn't shy about letting the guy know in front of me that I knew it.
At that point, my father gave me the "LOOK".
That one look, with no words exchanged taught me a lesson that I would carry on in my training even to this day. I don't think any of the other 6 year olds got it but I did.
"Whatever you think you know, you don't"
"When it's time to talk, talk"
"When it's time to train, train."
"There's always something to learn if you just pay attention well enough".
That right there has served me alot in my 26 years of training. This one lesson as well as many others have been very valuable in all areas of my life.
All this to say: Use your PAST and get back to basics.
Attack everything you do with a beginner's mind. Not only will you have more fun doing what it is you do, you'll learn faster, your enthusiasm and passion will soar and you'll get a different perspective on what you think you know.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
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Even though my father started my training at the same time I started walking.
March 10th, 1985 marks the date of my first official exam ( i.e White Sash) in my martial art training.
The first rank is always memorable as it marks the beginning of your journey, and if taught right, what you learn at this level will serve you well throughout your ascension to Black Belt and beyond.
In September 1984, my very first class, I learned an important lesson that will surely stick with me for the rest of my life.
Lately I've been getting many flashes from my childhood, like one of my past posts about the split test my dad had me do when I was 11 years old.
Have you had these happen to you?
I'm sure you have.
We all have them but I tend to focus on the ones where I learned something important or that I was successful at doing. That way, I can use it to get myself in the right state, physical and mental in the present moment when undertaking a task or project I'm working on.
These are every important for your self-image and using past successes to fuel your goals and dreams in the now as well as give you confidence knowing you can accomplish them because of those successful past experiences truly is priceless.
So what did I learn on that faithful day?
My dad had us all lined up and ready to start class.
Since I was training and watching classes way before I ever did an official one I already knew how to start the class (a very short form to get the class started that consists mostly of testing your balance and coordination) and I wasn't shy about letting the guy know in front of me that I knew it.
At that point, my father gave me the "LOOK".
That one look, with no words exchanged taught me a lesson that I would carry on in my training even to this day. I don't think any of the other 6 year olds got it but I did.
"Whatever you think you know, you don't"
"When it's time to talk, talk"
"When it's time to train, train."
"There's always something to learn if you just pay attention well enough".
That right there has served me alot in my 26 years of training. This one lesson as well as many others have been very valuable in all areas of my life.
All this to say: Use your PAST and get back to basics.
Attack everything you do with a beginner's mind. Not only will you have more fun doing what it is you do, you'll learn faster, your enthusiasm and passion will soar and you'll get a different perspective on what you think you know.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
P.S. Want to learn a new skill? Find something of interest in our Product Section.
Satisfaction Guaranteed!
Monday, March 1, 2010
I already know that!
Zig Ziglar's answer to this all too common statement is:
"Maybe so but what have you done about it!"
Think about that.
All the things that you know but didn't act upon.
Or the things you were going to get around to doing when the kids would be all grown up or when you lose X amount of weight. Maybe it was when you were going to graduate or when you got that raise you were going to do that something you always wanted to do, but never did.
"Faith without works is dead"
No matter what you know, in the end, ACTION is the only thing that counts.
Have you ever met people who seemed to know it all?
Do you fall into that trap sometimes?
I know for me as soon as I catch myself thinking: "I already know that" I add the words: "But I want to learn more about it"
Learning is a journey not a destination that's for sure.
And the journey is much more enjoyable when you face each experience with an open mind and child like enthusiasm.
You already know you should cut sugar, avoid processed food, eliminate soft drinks and spend more time strengthening your mind and body through exercise, getting in the habit of performing deep breathing techniques to cleanse your body while bending and twisting your body for maximum flexibility.
If you know it then DO it!
If you need help in those areas I'd love to help. Here's a list of products that can help bridge the gap between learning something and actually implementing it.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
"Maybe so but what have you done about it!"
Think about that.
All the things that you know but didn't act upon.
Or the things you were going to get around to doing when the kids would be all grown up or when you lose X amount of weight. Maybe it was when you were going to graduate or when you got that raise you were going to do that something you always wanted to do, but never did.
"Faith without works is dead"
No matter what you know, in the end, ACTION is the only thing that counts.
Have you ever met people who seemed to know it all?
Do you fall into that trap sometimes?
I know for me as soon as I catch myself thinking: "I already know that" I add the words: "But I want to learn more about it"
Learning is a journey not a destination that's for sure.
And the journey is much more enjoyable when you face each experience with an open mind and child like enthusiasm.
You already know you should cut sugar, avoid processed food, eliminate soft drinks and spend more time strengthening your mind and body through exercise, getting in the habit of performing deep breathing techniques to cleanse your body while bending and twisting your body for maximum flexibility.
If you know it then DO it!
If you need help in those areas I'd love to help. Here's a list of products that can help bridge the gap between learning something and actually implementing it.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Take the Stairs
Although this is good advice from a fitness point of view it's not what I mean.
Taking short cuts in this area is not recommended.
Sure the elevator is quick and effortless but nothing worth having and fighting for is acquired through its use.
The elevator to the top is, has been, and always will be "out of order" in my view. In order to get to the top in any endeavor you'll have to take the stairs.
And you'll have to take them one at a time. Luckily they are right in front of you and you know exactly how many stairs you need to climb to get to the top.
Then when you do reach the top you'll be armed with the right tools to stay on top.
You can choose to look up the steps or step up the stairs? Which one will it be?
When establishing a strong Martial Art Foundation, specifically in Fang Shen Do or whatever style you practice, the first step I would recommend is FSD's 10 secrets volume which also comes with 2 free bonuses.
An orientation DVD that furthers your understanding of the foundation and a goal setting tool we use to get you on track and focused when obstacles might get in your way.
Take the first step here.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Only for the Elite Class?
Just got back from an amazing weekend with my dad and brothers in Punta Cana.
Although bathing in the sun was relaxing and energizing it couldn't compare to what we were exposed to, "Information Wise" over the weekend.
As you might already know, secret societies have existed for thousands of years.
There is one such society that is opening its doors to share with the world, information that was once kept only for the Elite Class.
What does this have to do with martial arts?
A martial artist is a warrior in every area of life, not just learning how to defend one's self or the ones you love but also protecting yourself from "Dream Stealers" and "Energy Leeches".
Losers talk about Action. Winners Act.
In anything you do it's important to surround yourself with like minded people. People that raise you up, not pull you down.
Keeping this information for ourselves would be wrong.
Which is why the first thing that came to mind today was sharing this with you.
Hang out where we hang out, you need to be referred though. Invitation only.
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Visit this site only if you think you're worth more and think that in your life you feel like saying:
"I can do better than this!"
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Master Yourself,
Sibok M
Although bathing in the sun was relaxing and energizing it couldn't compare to what we were exposed to, "Information Wise" over the weekend.
As you might already know, secret societies have existed for thousands of years.
There is one such society that is opening its doors to share with the world, information that was once kept only for the Elite Class.
What does this have to do with martial arts?
A martial artist is a warrior in every area of life, not just learning how to defend one's self or the ones you love but also protecting yourself from "Dream Stealers" and "Energy Leeches".
Losers talk about Action. Winners Act.
In anything you do it's important to surround yourself with like minded people. People that raise you up, not pull you down.
Keeping this information for ourselves would be wrong.
Which is why the first thing that came to mind today was sharing this with you.
Hang out where we hang out, you need to be referred though. Invitation only.
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Visit this site only if you think you're worth more and think that in your life you feel like saying:
"I can do better than this!"
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Enter here.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Fruit is always on a limb
In other words, nothing is ever easy.
To quote Zig Ziglar: "Most people wait until everything is just right before they do anything. They refuse to go out on a limb because they don't understand that the fruit is always on the limb."
Everything requires a little bit of effort, action and faith.
You have success and a personal champion within you waiting to be discovered.
Do you know someone who is "gonna do something just as soon as..."
Do you know them personally as in, maybe...You?
The people who wait until everything is "just right" before they do anything will NEVER do it.
The time will never be just right to start training and losing weight. Nor will it be to stop smoking, changing the food you eat or starting your own business and making a living doing what you're most passionate about.
This is the underlying principle of the Fang Shen Do System. To knock out the "I'll get around to it" mentality plaguing so many people today.
The best way to get things done is to FEEL good. And what better way to do that than by first mastering your body.
A strong body invariably leads to a strong mind that ultimately gets you to follow through on what you want the most.
Here's how to do it.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
To quote Zig Ziglar: "Most people wait until everything is just right before they do anything. They refuse to go out on a limb because they don't understand that the fruit is always on the limb."
Everything requires a little bit of effort, action and faith.
You have success and a personal champion within you waiting to be discovered.
Do you know someone who is "gonna do something just as soon as..."
Do you know them personally as in, maybe...You?
The people who wait until everything is "just right" before they do anything will NEVER do it.
The time will never be just right to start training and losing weight. Nor will it be to stop smoking, changing the food you eat or starting your own business and making a living doing what you're most passionate about.
This is the underlying principle of the Fang Shen Do System. To knock out the "I'll get around to it" mentality plaguing so many people today.
The best way to get things done is to FEEL good. And what better way to do that than by first mastering your body.
A strong body invariably leads to a strong mind that ultimately gets you to follow through on what you want the most.
Here's how to do it.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
Thursday, January 21, 2010
The Art of Procrastination
Have YOU mastered it?
Resort to it every once in a while?
Resort to it every once in a while?
Or, NO, you never use it?
It's in your best interest that you don't.
Cause it will definitely lead you ...
Nowhere!
Procrastination makes you hesitate and miss golden opportunities.
Procrastinaton is the enemy of progress.
Procrastination spawns from being too comfortable.
In prehistoric times, procrastination certainly meant death. Can you imagine our cavemen ancestors refusing to hunt because they were too tired or lazy to do so.
To me procrastination still means death. Failure to act and let a goal slip from your grasp is a missed opportunity to breath new life into your heart and soul.
Having the life sucked out of you doesn't sound like a pleasant experience yet millions of people fall victim to it around this time of year.
Stick with your goals and see them through to their completion.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
I hear and I forget
With 20 days into the new year, how are you doing?
Did you follow my advice and knock off the easiest goals on your list so you get the ball rolling and in turn create a surge of energy and excitement for the accomplishment of your other goals?
I hope you did.
I can tell you, I did that, and man am I ready to get things done this year.
It's just simply impossible to have different results if you do the same things, the same way, using the same words and repeating what you did last year.
"If you do what you have always done, you'll get what you've always got."
Trust me, start with the little goals and expand from there.
You'll build enough momentum and confidence to tackle your major goals.
A famous poet once said:
"I hear and forget.
I see and hear, and I remember.
However when I see, hear and DO, I understand and succeed."
Keep your goals fresh in your mind's eye.
Listen, read and stay inspired.
Finally, ACT on your goals daily.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
P.S. Feeling good emotionally starts with feeling vibrant and strong physically. Learn an easy to follow plan to double your fitness level in 30 days or your money back. You can ACT on your fitness goals now by visiting this link.
Did you follow my advice and knock off the easiest goals on your list so you get the ball rolling and in turn create a surge of energy and excitement for the accomplishment of your other goals?
I hope you did.
I can tell you, I did that, and man am I ready to get things done this year.
It's just simply impossible to have different results if you do the same things, the same way, using the same words and repeating what you did last year.
"If you do what you have always done, you'll get what you've always got."
Trust me, start with the little goals and expand from there.
You'll build enough momentum and confidence to tackle your major goals.
A famous poet once said:
"I hear and forget.
I see and hear, and I remember.
However when I see, hear and DO, I understand and succeed."
Keep your goals fresh in your mind's eye.
Listen, read and stay inspired.
Finally, ACT on your goals daily.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
P.S. Feeling good emotionally starts with feeling vibrant and strong physically. Learn an easy to follow plan to double your fitness level in 30 days or your money back. You can ACT on your fitness goals now by visiting this link.
Monday, January 18, 2010
Watch who you listen to
With the upcoming renovations in Kanata and the construction work that needs to be done I can't help but think about common construction jargon.
If you've ever had work done in your house you'll understand what I mean.
It's hilarious.
The same subject always comes up without fail.
The person that comes in for the estimate and to inspect the work that needs to be done will always say this:
"Which _(Add defamatory word here)__ did this work?
"What the _(Add defamatory word here)__ was he thinking?"
"He did the work all wrong?"
"We'll make sure to do the work right".
And surely if another worker would be brought in after the new renovation he'd repeat pretty much the same thing about the new work done: "Who the hell did this work?"
"What effin' dummy..."
Makes me think of the same disease plaguing martial artists.
And especially on discussion boards and forums.
You'll find the same kind of behavior in the martial arts world.
Watch who you listen to.
The internet is filled with so called experts.
The answers aren't found in cyber space.
To quote Bruce Lee:
"There is no ultimate style. The ultimate is inside of You.
Be true to yourself and your journey through life"
Are you constantly working on the ultimate You?
What have you done today to get you one step closer to achieving your goals?
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
If you've ever had work done in your house you'll understand what I mean.
It's hilarious.
The same subject always comes up without fail.
The person that comes in for the estimate and to inspect the work that needs to be done will always say this:
"Which _(Add defamatory word here)__ did this work?
"What the _(Add defamatory word here)__ was he thinking?"
"He did the work all wrong?"
"We'll make sure to do the work right".
And surely if another worker would be brought in after the new renovation he'd repeat pretty much the same thing about the new work done: "Who the hell did this work?"
"What effin' dummy..."
Makes me think of the same disease plaguing martial artists.
And especially on discussion boards and forums.
You'll find the same kind of behavior in the martial arts world.
Watch who you listen to.
The internet is filled with so called experts.
The answers aren't found in cyber space.
To quote Bruce Lee:
"There is no ultimate style. The ultimate is inside of You.
Be true to yourself and your journey through life"
Are you constantly working on the ultimate You?
What have you done today to get you one step closer to achieving your goals?
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Put all the chances on your side.
Are you of the opinion that YOU create your own luck or that sacred objects can bring you luck?
Is the mere act of writing down goals enough to get you what you want?
Whatever you might believe, in the end, you'll have to take action towards your goals.
The reason I bring this up is I still ended up rubbing the turtle's head for longevity and good fortune at the Ming Tombs while on my trip to China last year.
I thought I'd better put all the chances on my side.
Same thing for your fitness goals.
Only relying on the actual exercises you're going to do and not paying attention to what you eat will lead to less than stellar results.
Or going at it alone and failing to have some sort of support through a group or club might be a challenge when your motivation and will power are tested.
Put all the chances on your side so you can achieve maximum success.
The first step is actually knowing what kind of exercises, in what order and at what frequency, you need to do them in.
You'll find the answer to these questions and more by getting to work on our Basic Strength Training Kit. It's the first step in acquiring the kind of foundation you need to make struggling with your weight, muscle toning issues and general health problems disappear.
Get started now.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
Monday, January 4, 2010
Watch the Results Show
It's hard to believe a decade has already passed in the "not so long ago" new millenium.
A wise man once said about goals: "The important thing is not where you were or where you are but where you want to get".
10 years can fly by and without planning, can seem like you haven't accomplished much during that time when you look back on it.
Your future should not be left to chance.
For a forward thinking individual each of the 10 years that have passed was a step closer to reaching your master plan.
Without goals you cannot grow, you'll feel like you're stagnating.
If you've never written goals before I urge you to start this year. If you share this habit, keep it up.
Write easy, yearly goals you can knock off in 12 months and remember to focus on creating an image of yourself 10 years from now.
What do you want to accomplish in your life? What do you want to be? What level of responsibility do you seek? What kind of standard of living do you want for you and your family? How strong and healthy will you be?
Questions of that nature.
To quote David J. Schwartz: "You must form an image now of the person you want to be 10 years from now if you are to become that image".
What a difference this kind of thinking has made in my life and my training.
Apply it to yours and watch the results show.
If you've done like I have and chosen martial arts training to improve every area of your life, you're in luck.
You'll find many DVD courses and books in our Product Section to help you do that.
Be on the lookout as well for new, up and coming DVDS, Books and Courses soon to be released in the new year.
Let's make 2010 your best year yet.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
A wise man once said about goals: "The important thing is not where you were or where you are but where you want to get".
10 years can fly by and without planning, can seem like you haven't accomplished much during that time when you look back on it.
Your future should not be left to chance.
For a forward thinking individual each of the 10 years that have passed was a step closer to reaching your master plan.
Without goals you cannot grow, you'll feel like you're stagnating.
If you've never written goals before I urge you to start this year. If you share this habit, keep it up.
Write easy, yearly goals you can knock off in 12 months and remember to focus on creating an image of yourself 10 years from now.
What do you want to accomplish in your life? What do you want to be? What level of responsibility do you seek? What kind of standard of living do you want for you and your family? How strong and healthy will you be?
Questions of that nature.
To quote David J. Schwartz: "You must form an image now of the person you want to be 10 years from now if you are to become that image".
What a difference this kind of thinking has made in my life and my training.
Apply it to yours and watch the results show.
If you've done like I have and chosen martial arts training to improve every area of your life, you're in luck.
You'll find many DVD courses and books in our Product Section to help you do that.
Be on the lookout as well for new, up and coming DVDS, Books and Courses soon to be released in the new year.
Let's make 2010 your best year yet.
Master Yourself,
Sibok M
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