WORK OF THE WEEK: MODESTY
This week we are going to be talking about a very important Black Belt attitude. It’s the attitude of Modesty.
Define it. Modesty is important because it means to be humble, it means to be meek. But notice, that I didn’t say it means to be weak. The true definition of humility is power under control.
Illustrate it. Modesty is power or ability that is kept under control. For example, you might be really good at school, football or Taekwondo, but you keep this talent and ability under control. You don’t use it to brag about yourself, show off, bully others, or have an attitude that says to the world, “I’m the greatest” or “I’m better than everyone else.”
Why it is important. Modesty is important because we’re always going to work hard to give you confidence and develop your martial arts skills, but the last thing we want is for you to use this confidence and these skills to show off, brag or bully others. What kind of Black Belt would that be? Remember, our Student Creed says that we will never fight to achieve SELFISH ends.
How to practice it. The best way to develop modesty is to always remember that you never get anywhere or achieve anything by yourself.
The skill and the confidence you develop is the result of your hard work AND the hard work from your parents and instructors.
Good grades are not achieved without the help of your parents and your teachers.
You’ll always notice that great players (football or otherwise) always thank their coach, or their quarterback for their success. They know that real success is a team effort.
The best way to practice Modesty is to remember that you don’t achieve success by yourself. It’s a team effort. Whenever you receive recognition, be thankful, but then thank those who helped you achieve success.
Empowering Every Student to Become the Best Version of Themselves Physically and Mentally Through the Practice of Martial Arts.
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Anthony Elliott
