Comments on: Learn To Kick Some Ass

By: Michael Panebianco

Michael Panebianco — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 22:25:23 +0000

Thank you scooter, I intend to make believers out of my clients. That belief can lead to success in other life plans that rest upon the need for safety.

By: Scooter bearings

Scooter bearings — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 02:55:21 +0000

I think what he does is particularly effective for people that think they can’t do it. Scooter bearingss last blog post..China TEX Series Bearing Manufacturer, Supplier, Exporter

By: Michael Panebianco

Michael Panebianco — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:46:27 +0000

I think you have surrounded and encapsulated the entire spirit of my post. While kicking ass is more for aesthetic effect, the spirit of “lengthening your line” rather than shortening that of another is what personal improvement is all about.

Tim has provided so many excellent posts and tools here, I am honored to have been included and given the opportunity to speak to all of you.

By: Carbine

Carbine — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 03:26:19 +0000

Hey, you’re absolutely correct. I finally signed up for martial arts classes 3 years ago, something I’ve wanted to do since I was a little girl. It’s amazing what you learn – and it’s not what you would have expected. I can’t say enough about it. I’ve gotten a new job, quit smoking, and emotionally am much more stable. I’m not as timid, not as controlling (because I know I am in control of myself); I trust other people more, not just to do things correctly, but to learn from their own mistakes. I’ve learned to answer a question yes or no, not jump ahead to the question I think is next, or the accusation I fear is coming. I’ve learned to speak up. I’ve learned to respect my family, my friends, my master and partners in class, others in general, regardless of personal feelings. I’ve learned to expect respect. I’ve learned to expect new situations to arise, and to feel confident that I can rise to meet the challenge. It’s not about kicking ass (although hitting the target solidly, or blocking an attack is a great feeling), but about being prepared to help those in need. But mostly I’ve learned I have muscles in places I never knew I had because they are SORE!! :)

By: Michael Panebianco

Michael Panebianco — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:01:55 +0000

Melinda,

Unfortunately, our coach affiliate was in Sydney, but dropped off the scope due to the requirement to return for recurrent training. (It used to be in Montreal) If we get another one down under in the near future, I will link you to them.

If you have specific questions or would like to discuss the topic further, no commitment necessary, I will share some insights with you. Mike@abletrainingsystem.com

Cheers!

By: Tim Brownson

Tim Brownson — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 01:04:41 +0000

@ Steve – I had t say mate, I read your comment on my iPhone walking out of the mall this afternoon and I was laughing out loud about The Matrix. Nice one!

By: Michael Panebianco

Michael Panebianco — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:38:42 +0000

@ Steve, thanks for the comments. I do wholeheartedly agree that this is a great anchor for life’s more challenging moments.

The foundational value of safety, coupled with a decreased incidence of unnecessary escalation due to fear or ego make this a great vehicle for development.

Many resiliency traits such as problem solving, proactive thought, and the ever so difficult “serendipity effect” are programmed in the drills that we do. It can be a fun activity also. I like to make training very light when it can be, there is no machismo built in.

Thank you all for your comments! Melinda, I am still working on the contact in Australia. I thought of you today in Los Angeles when I followed Quantas for landing.

Thanks for the opportunity and privilege of speaking to your group Tim. I welcome you all to fire away at me on my blog any time. I am far from a good writer, but I care about getting the info out there for you to use.

By: Steve Errey - The Confidence Guy

Steve Errey - The Confidence Guy — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 15:52:16 +0000

Hmmmm…an interesting one. I’m stopping and thinking, because this is forcing to me to look at things in a completely different way.

I’m not a physical guy and even though I’ve picked up a few tips from watching the Matrix, I don’t think I’d be much good in a fist fight. I can certainly see the value in self-defence and can see a certain confidence that would come from that.

I think what this approach does is leverage evidence of confidence in one area to establish confidence in others. As Tim said in the comments, “what he does is particularly effective for people that think they can’t do it”.

This is in my approach too – you point out to someone that they have confidence in one area and then demonstrate how they can apply that same state to others areas where they might not feel as confident.

Using your body to anchor that confidence is a smart move, as your body acts as a mirror for what’s happening in your head anyway.

Right, I’m off to buy a vest and practice my wall-runs.

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