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Does everyone deserve a black belt? Ep- 45

Does everyone deserve a black belt?

It's a question that sparks plenty of debate in martial arts, and in Episode 45 of The Eagle's Nest, we revisit what it really means to earn one.

We discuss the difference between deserving a black belt and deserving the opportunity to earn one.

Our position? Everyone deserves the opportunity. But that doesn't mean everyone should automatically receive the rank.

We explore what a black belt should represent, whether standards should change to accommodate different abilities and circumstances, and why the journey, commitment and personal growth matter just…

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