BEYOND PREEMPTIVE DEFENSE: MENDING THE PAST WITH KRAV MAGA Every year at the end of summer, just before another school year begins, many parents contact our gym, eager to enroll their children in “a few self-defense lessons.” This is particularly popular among parents of young girls heading off to college. I wholeheartedly agree with… Continue reading Beyond Preemptive Defense: Mending the Past with Krav Maga
The Illusion of Moral Perfection A few years ago, I read the book “Predictably Irrational” by Dan Ariely, a psychology and behavioral economics professor. This book helped me understand human behavior and decision-making a bit better. Among the many insights it offers, I decided to share one that resonates profoundly with how I see human… Continue reading Meet Your Future, Better Self.
Why Few Reach Black Belt in Full-Contact Martial Arts You’ve probably heard it before: “A black belt is a white belt that never quit.” It’s a simple statement, but it holds a profound truth about what it takes to master full-contact martial arts. The way to mastery is not just about learning techniques or mastering… Continue reading The Top 1%
People often say, “Humans are naturally good,” while others argue, “Humans are naturally violent.” This debate about whether our behavior comes from nature or nurture has been going on for a long time in psychology, anthropology, and sociology, especially when it comes to understanding violence. So, what really causes human violence? Is it something built… Continue reading Human Violence – Nature vs. Nurture
Do You Know How Much Sleep You Are Losing Over Violence? Let me start with the punchline: many people are losing sleep because of their concerns about violence. Let me be clear, one doesn’t have to be exposed to violence directly to be affected. Over the years, I had many conversations with students who noticed… Continue reading The Hidden Cost of Fear
The Balance of Aggression, Technique, and Control Every so often, I hear statements like, “I was expecting a more intense workout.” Some classes are more technique-based. If you are completely new to Krav Maga, I completely understand why you might say this. If you look up Krav Maga on YouTube or Instagram, you will find… Continue reading Krav Maga Isn’t Aggressive Enough
Getting Fit While Learning To Fight I find that the majority of people drawn to self-defense training are motivated by fear. This fear often stems from past traumatic experiences (manifested as anxiety) or apprehension about future threats, leading to mental discomfort and avoidance behaviors. While some individuals join self-defense programs to improve physical fitness and… Continue reading Krav Maga for Fitness
Understanding what drives people to commit harmful or evil acts is a nuanced and multifaceted discussion. Sometimes, individuals who are generally considered good can make costly mistakes without any malicious intent. Conversely, those who are highly educated and well-mannered may engage in horrendous acts due to specific circumstances or psychological factors. Let me explain the… Continue reading The Good, The Bad and The Evil
CASE STUDY – MASKED THUGS ATTACK 58-YEAR-OLD WOMAN IN BROAD DAYLIGHT On June 26th, in broad daylight, Shi Yahan, a 58-year-old Chinese woman, was brutally attacked by two masked men on Monroe Street in New York City. The shocking incident happened around 2:08 p.m., right outside 37 Monroe Street. Yahan, who had just left work… Continue reading Case Study – NYC Woman Attacked by Baseball Bat-Wielding Thugs
Why Many Women’s Perception of Self-defense Is Scientifically Wrong! When people think of self-defense, they mainly consider physical and “situational” training that provides very minimal knowledge and skills to keep them safe. Undermining or underestimating the amount of work that has to be done to “be safe.” Most people avoid martial arts training due to the discomfort… Continue reading Why Women’s Perception of Self-defense is Usually Wrong!
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