“No great achievement is possible without persistent work.”

“The end of labor is to gain leisure.”

“There is no substitute for hard work. There will be disappointments, but the harder the work, the luckier you will get. Never be satisfied with less than your very best effort. If you strive for the top and miss, you'll still beat the pack.”

“Thunder is good, thunder is impressive; but it is the lightning that does the work.”

Explore the concept of the OODA loop, a decision-making process used in various fields like military and law enforcement, for agile and effective responses in competitive environments and life situations.

Learn how adapting and evolving responses based on current circumstances is crucial for success in a dynamic world.

Join Tim Hoover and Steve Mittman as they discuss the importance of situational awareness, critical thinking, and self-leadership in navigating life's chaos.

"Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path." — Paulo Coelho

Explore the importance of relaxation, reflection, resolution, and return in daily life. Discover how these practices can help you become a stronger, more capable individual, drawing inspiration from martial arts philosophy and the journeys of great masters and leaders throughout history.

Being taught to avoid talking about politics and religion has led to a lack of understanding of politics and religion. What we should have been taught was how to have a civil conversation about a difficult topic.

Exploring the concept of free will and choice, Tim and Steve discuss a thought-provoking story about God and evil.

Delving into a classroom debate between a professor and a student, they challenge the notion of evil's existence in relation to God. Tune in to unravel this intriguing discussion on faith and perception.

“The soldier, above all other people, prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war.” — General Douglas MacArthur

Want to increase your self-esteem? The respect you receive from others? Your confidence? Your marketability? Your relevance? Basically, do you want to become a stronger, better person? Then place more value on TWO:

• Your TIME

• The WORDS you choose

• The OPPORTUNITIES that come your way

Consider where you invest your Time, choose your Words carefully, and seize every Opportunity.

Your perception is YOUR reality. Everyone sees things differently because each person's perspective is unique. Always keep that in mind.

Btw, "crocodile" is spelled just like that.

In violent situations, such as what we prepare for in martial arts training, there are no rules. One must act swiftly and decisively to address the situation. By being clear and decisive, we become more powerful and better equipped to handle challenging and potentially dangerous situations. Be decisive, rather than indecisive. Apply this to all areas of your life. Eliminate the gray.

“8 Mile” from Eminem is a song is about the troubles one goes through trying to become a success.

“I'm a man, I'ma make a new plan; Time for me to just stand up and travel new land; Time for me to just take matters into my own hands; Gonna make it, can't give up now; Once I'm over these tracks, man, I'ma never look back …” — “8 Mile” by Eminem

Reflecting on last week's episode honoring Corey Comperatore, Tim talks about how we shape our lives and focus our priorities.

We all know life can be difficult. Cultivating a warrior spirit will help you focus and tackle life's challenges. This spirit is not rooted in aggression or violence but rather in inner strength, resilience, and determination. It involves developing a mindset that allows you to confront difficulties head-on and overcome obstacles with courage and grace.