It Will Show Her She is a Strong Competitor Thoughts from the “KARATE GUY”:Girls are often thought of as the weaker sex. They grow up hearing things like: "You can't do that, you're not strong enough." "Girls can't do that, only boys can." "You're just a girl!" Most hear it so often that they even … Continue reading RAISING EMPOWERED DAUGHTERS WITH MARTIAL ARTS – PART 5
She’ll Learn the Value of Earning Things for Herself Thoughts from the “KARATE GUY”:Gary V. talks about it the best. It's our generation that has created the 8th place trophy. We are the generation that has enabled our youth by creating the thought that everyone is a winner and no one ever fail when in … Continue reading RAISING EMPOWERED DAUGHTERS WITH MARTIAL ARTS – PART 4
She’ll Get to Socialize with Her Peers – Girls and ..... Boys Thoughts from the "KARATE GUY"Ok, if you have kept up with these articles you know I'm a very proud Poppa to 2 fantastic girls. Two girls that with their mother dominate the house and make it fun for my son and I. LOLIn this house … Continue reading RAISING EMPOWERED DAUGHTERS WITH MARTIAL ARTS – PART 3
She’ll Learn Self-Defense Thoughts from the "KARATE GUY"As I talk about in Part 1 of this series, I am the father of 2 AMAZING daughters. One of which is getting ready to attend the University of Tennessee..... not the University of Kentucky or UT- Chattanooga like I had hoped but I guess UT Knoxville is … Continue reading RAISING EMPOWERED DAUGHTERS WITH MARTIAL ARTS – PART 2
Her Sense of Self Worth Will Grow Thoughts from the "KARATE GUY"As a father of 2 beautiful daughters, one in high school and one in elementary school, I am constantly reminded of the harsh reality of what other girls, boyfriends, as well as the media and social media can do lower their self esteem. From … Continue reading RAISING EMPOWERED DAUGHTERS WITH MARTIAL ARTS – PART 1
The Beginning Thoughts from the "KARATE GUY": LOL.... YES, the Karate Guy! For the last 13 years or so the most common thing I heard was, "Hey, Aren't you the Karate Guy?" I use to get offended by it thinking...."i have a name" but over time I got used to it. I owned it and … Continue reading Raising Empowered Daughters with Martial Arts – The Beginning
Thanks for joining me! My name is Charles Ruth. I am many things in my life. I'm a husband, a father, a coach, a martial artist, an instructor, and a leader. What I am not is a writer, public speaker, or a social media influencer. This is my first attempt at having a blog so … Continue reading The Journey Begins
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