

The Black Belt Mindset
Black Belts should be optimistic, especially when it counts. You should be striving to see the positives in difficult situations


Yasuhiro Konishi Karate Quote
“Karate aims to build character, improve human behavior, and cultivate modesty; it does not, however, guarantee it.”


Bruce Lee: GOALS
A Goal is not always meant to be reached,


Black Belt Principle: Indomitable Spirit
Not easily discouraged, defeated, or subdued. Unyielding. Unconquerable. Impossible to subdue or defeat.


Black Belt Principle: Perseverance
Being steadfast in doing something, despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.


Black Belt Principle: Self Control
Self-control is an essential behavior in order to achieve goals and to avoid impulses and emotions that could prove to be negative.


Black Belt Principle: Integrity
Integrity - the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles


Black Belt Principle: Courtesy
Courtesy - the showing of politeness in one’s attitude and behavior towards others


Black Belt Principle: Modesty
When you compare yourself to others, it is easy to allow your ego to interfere.


Minimum vs Maximum
The MINIMUM vs. MAXIMUM theory can be and should be applied to everything we do. It is important to understand that most people develop the













































