I keep returning to this idea, not because it feels finished, but because it keeps proving itself. Where you place your attention matters. Not as a slogan or a belief, but as a lived reality. Attention shapes what we notice, how we respond, and ultimately how we experience being alive. Most of the time, attention isn’t something we place deliberately — it’s pulled. By urgency. By habit. By noise. By the constant suggestion that something else deserves our focus more than what

Fifteen years ago, Jae Nam Training Academy began during a time of instability, guided by a belief in focused effort, depth of practice, and personal growth. This is the story of how it evolved—and why the work still matters.

What a journey this has been for me. It is hard for me to actually think about this as a journey, but since I have been practicing Tang Soo

But what I am most proud of is that I did not give up. I have continued through all the injuries and problems and kept going."

My Journey Through Tang Soo Do  Tang Soo Do has been more than just a martial art for me; it has been a journey of self-discovery,...

Black belt candidate, Wren, writes about her journey through the marital arts has affected her life.

Frank's essay for his 2nd degree black belt test outlines how his journey in the martial arts has affected all aspects of his life.

Ian has come a long way on his martial arts journey. In his essay for 2nd degree black belt he reflects on his accomplishments.

When one of my students fails to break I always bring up my personal story. When I was a color belt I failed to do a back kick for one of my