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Some personal thoughts on karate-do I would like to present some thoughts on your motivation for training. It is important to consider why it is you train. Is it because you want to be the best; to win all your fights and create a sense of fear in people towards you and your ability? Perhaps as an instructor it is the opportunity to make money out of Karate-Do. Everyone has their individual reasons. If any of these reasons apply to you, I understand, but you must also remember that whatever you take out of Karate-Do, you should also put back. It is only through this that your development within Karate-Do will continue. You as Karate-Ka should set examples for the good of what you believe in. You should give value to principles, manners and respect, to men, women and children alike. Understand that not all people want to be the best. Some are content to come to the dojo just twice a week, perhaps not just for training, but also for social interaction and communication with others. Some students might never want to fight because it is not in their makeup. These students you must help build confidence in; help overcome their fears and help motivate them to feel more secure in every day life. There is nothing wrong with making money from teaching Karate-Do, providing you don't forget to use this money well. Invest it in the pursuit of excellence, attending training sessions with highly qualified instructors and providing training equipment for your students. Obtain as much literature, information and recordings (for example videos), as possible for you and your students reference. Remember that your dojo is a focal point for all people of different backgrounds to come together, with the same interest and intention, through the practice of Karate-Do. I hope that through truth, understanding and diligent training, you can reach your goals.
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