Several years back, I found myself, just like you today, flipping through the pages of the Brighton Buzz. There I found Colorado Karate Club, and my four year old son was happy and excited to train with them.
As I sat there watching my son in class week after week, I had a thought: what if I started training? I dismissed the thought though. It was a silly idea for someone in her mid 30’s, and four young children, right? Yet, after some soul searching, I said to myself... “hey, why not?” So there I went...
At first, I was intimidated, nervous, and felt awkward. Let’s face it, trying anything new as an adult is HARD! We have these preconceived notions, these self limiting beliefs of what we can, and cannot do. Anything that takes us out of our everyday comfort zone is downright scary. But I had taken that most important first step. I had started my journey, and from that moment, my life has NEVER been the same.
Over time, I saw myself develop into a person that no longer feared a challenge. I became more confident, my stress levels as a parent decreased. With every training session I started to grow. I realized that even as adults we are continuously growing, learning, and becoming who we are meant to be.
After many years of training, and having accomplished so much, I see now that life is too short to be afraid of trying new things. It is said that most people go to their graves with their “music” still in them. Could that be you? I hope not. Therefore, I invite you to step out of your comfort zone. Whether it is Karate training, starting a new business, a new career, hobby, or anything else you ever hoped you could do, be willing to take that chance.
So take that first step. Today!
Sensei Kyra Arnold is a 3rd degree black belt and Head Instructor at Colorado Karate Club’s Westminster dojo and leads the Character Development Program. Sensei Kyra began training under Sensei Willy in 2008. More about CKC