Attack Life, Not Others

Bernie, Tim, and Steve talk about: The noise, frustration, and angst people are feeling Experiencing the state of grace — the condition of being in God's favor What you read, what you do, what you think about, and what comes out of your mouth is what you put out into the universe — shaping what you see and feel around you compassion | (kəmˈpaSHən) (noun) — sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others

Today — September 10, 2020 — is the 40th anniversary of Sensei Tim Hoover receiving his first black belt. He reflects on what it meant to him then, what it means to him now, and what it should mean to you. “It’s not what we can’t do, it’s what we CAN do that matters.” — Sensei Tim Hoover

Right now is an opportunity to think about what things in your life are real and what are illusions. It’s a great time to realize what your purpose is. Decide what makes you happy. Recognize what makes you stronger — and do more of that. Reflect on what is essential to you. Set your priorities, but also learn to adapt.

"United we stand, divided we fall" — John Dickinson “A house divided against itself cannot stand” — Abraham Lincoln This is not a time to be on cruise control Believe in yourself, never say die, and have the spirit of a peaceful warrior Now more than ever, we must be focused and mindful of our thoughts and actions

During the pandemic it’s all too easy to get stuck in a rut. When you lack motivation, get yourself going by doing what boxer’s have been doing for decades. Getting started is usually the hardest part of anything. Once you get momentum, it's much easier to keep going.

Now, more than ever, during the pandemic, it’s important to be healthy and strong — mentally, physically, and spiritually. There’s plenty of information and inspiration to be found, including on our podcast, on how and why to do that. Much focus is given to adults, but we must not neglect the health of our kids. What they hear and see greatly affects them, too. As we discussed last week, you cannot rely on others for answers. You must take control of your own health by making wise decisions. With the way schooling and education looks like it’s going, much will be different with kids. Keeping them mentally and physically active is crucial. Sensei Darla is very talented at that; and the way she communicates with children when it comes to mature, sensitive subjects is amazing. Many parents appreciate how she handles topics which often can be difficult to discuss. Rather than scaring and worrying kids, she empowers them — all while being honest and respecting their emotional maturity and the laws of reality in th

Stop waiting for someone else to give you the answer Learn to be your own leader by trusting your gut and listening more Rather than aptitude — it's your attitude that determines your altitude

Chelsea from Fuel for Thought Nutrition offers advice on nutrition to help with inflammation and keeping your immune system strong. Last week we talked about the role our minds play in our overall health — now we talk about food we consume and its effect on how we feel.

Dr Jarrod Spencer from Mind of the Athlete, LLC joins us as he talks about the role our mind plays in our overall health, well-being, and performance. Hear his advice on how to stay motivated and sharp, even if we can’t be as active as we’d like. Contact Jarrod if you’re interested in his keynote speech for business leaders or his signature keynote speech for athletes.

Tim shares a neat story of how during the pandemic he’s been forced to quiet his mind and rewire his brain — strengthening inner senses: Instinct Intuition Inspiration Imagination

Life Coach Dr Bernie joins Tim and Steve to talk about “The Camouflage Effect” — and how it’s more prevalent these days because of the stress the world is feeling with the pandemic. In other words, people’s true colors are coming out more often. On this episode: How to know who you can trust Learn what “The Camouflage Effect” is What to do if you realize someone is hiding an agenda Everyone gives off signals — learn to trust your gut instinct in reading telltale signs Learn to observe people’s eyes and behavior — what they do, and what they don’t do "Arrogance is the camouflage of insecurity." — Tim Fargo camouflage | (‘kam-uh-flahzh) (noun) — behavior designed to deceive or hide (verb) — to hide, conceal, or disguise oneself

Refuse to waste this time There’s nothing quite like “the fight” A few simple words can greatly help others We all must be fighters as we step into “the unknown”

“Happiness consists more in conveniences of pleasure that occur every day than in great pieces of good fortune that happen but seldom." — Benjamin Franklin Don’t rely on outside sources for happiness — not people, nor things You must actively do what it takes to make yourself happy — before you can help others “It isn’t what you have — or who you are — or where you are — or what you are doing that makes you happy or unhappy. It is what you think about." — Dale Carnegie "The secret of happiness is freedom. The secret of freedom is courage." — Carrie Jones "Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions." — Dalai Lama "We can't control the world. We can only (barely) control our own reactions to it. Happiness is largely a choice, not a right or entitlement." — David C Hill

91-year-old “Pop Pop” joins us to share some life wisdom. He’s seen a lot over his years and he has lived through tough times before. Hear how he is handling the coronavirus pandemic. Hard work pays off Sacrifices are necessary Strength often comes from family

We continue where we left off from last week’s show talking about firearm safety with Mark Schlofer from Eastern Arms and Outfitters. Whether you’re a current firearm owner or are considering purchasing one, do it the right way — legally, safely, and wisely.

Mark Schlofer from Eastern Arms and Outfitters joins us to discuss the current uptick in gun sales due to the coronavirus pandemic and because it’s an election year. Violence of all types is also increasing. With everything going on in the world, we’re all feeling the pressure. Now, more than ever, we must strive to control our emotions. Our podcast says it all: “Attack Life, Not Others!” Whether you’re a current firearm owner or are considering purchasing one, it is not acceptable to be uninformed on proper procedures and safety protocols. This week, in Part 1 of 2, we talk about that. Part 2 is next week. “Once you pull that trigger, you cannot call that bullet back.” — Eddie Yurickones, Sr.

Len joins Tim and Steve as they discuss: The importance of just showing up Aspire to inspire — before you expire! The enemy of “great” is simply being “good” We are not defined on regular days, but rather by our most difficult moments "True strength is the courage to admit our weaknesses.” — Simon Sinek

Self-awareness is "an awareness of one's own personality or individuality". If we’re made of three parts — mind, body, and spirit — it only makes sense that when all three are balanced we’re at our best. To achieve that — we either need to evaluate objectively, or trust family and friends to help us consider the facts, rather than our personal feelings. Otherwise, our ego takes over and we become selfish. Between Dave’s own awareness and his wife and son’s help, he’s become skilled at keeping his mind, body, and spirit firing on all cylinders. He joins us to talk about that, along with the story behind the Tree of Inspiration 2020. The LION represents the MIND. Its traits are majesty, strength, courage, justice, and military might. It symbolizes balance and sound judgment. Because the lion shares the world of both night and day, it bears a message of prudence — reminding us not to overdo certain things. Rather, keep an even mind and an overall balance in our activities. The BEAR represents the BODY. As a pr

The more you give, the more you receive Practice “physical distancing,” not “social distancing” — we must be socially connected There are all kinds of free opportunities to connect virtually — engage in these online opportunities and possibly try something you’ve always had interest in

No one knows for sure what the consequences of the coronavirus pandemic will be in 6 months — let alone 6 years. The world is changing, and a phrase being tossed around is the “new normal.” But it’s important to realize “new normal” is an oxymoron. It’s a contradiction. Things can be “new.” Or they can be “normal.” But they can’t be both — not for some time yet. It may seem as if we’re quibbling over semantics, but words have meaning. Words have power. If you’re feeling confused — that’s OK. Many of us are. Until the dust settles, very little is normal. So don’t bother trying to make sense of it, because it might just frustrate you more. Accept this period of vulnerability and confusion in order to grow, because one thing that IS definitely normal — is feeling confused. Use that emotional energy to Attack Life, Not Others. One thousand days to learn; ten thousand days to refine. — Japanese Proverb