Responsibility

Responsibility in Giving Back
I feel I am a very fortunate person, in my family, my kung fu, my work, my friends, and overall in my life.
That doesn't mean I don't face challenges, or have bad days. I have lost people I am very close to, and everything is not always sunshine and roses.
But... I am fortunate for all that I have. In this instant gratification world, I think we all need to step back and take a few minutes to look deep at what we do have, and take some time to appreciate it. 
Instead of wanting for what we don't have, take gratification in what we do, and work to keep it.

Not all are as fortunate. Sometimes it is not to be blamed, or could have been helped. But maybe it can change, and that change could come from a small gesture of a stranger.
I believe it is my responsibility to give back where I can. It doesn't always need to be with money, it could be my time, or simply a kind word or gesture.

I am consistently working on a better me. I am me, and I can always be better. Some things may be very minor, some like a mountain to climb, but more importantly, even a small step forward to my better me, is still progress in the right direction.

See you all on the mats!
Pushing on and pushing up....