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#308 Anxious Black Belts
In this episode, I share reflections from yesterday’s karate seminar and the conversations that followed. What stood out most was how many experienced black belts admitted they felt anxious about attending the workshop.
We often assume anxiety disappears with rank or years of training—but that’s far from the truth. I explore why even advanced martial artists experience nerves, self-doubt, and hesitation, and why this is not a weakness but part of growth.
I also break down an important mindset shift: anxiety and excitement are driven by the same chemical response in the body. The difference…
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