Mental motivation

[KorroddyDude]

On 12/20/2024 at 3:53 PM, pandaGIRL said:

I was not practicing a lot (which is my fault) and I got overwhelmed because the younger and older people in my adult class were more knowledgeable.( i know comparing was not the smartest thing to do)

I just got too anxious, annoyed, and gave up. I do enjoy it, and would like to return but how do I get the "I'm terrible, I'll never get this" out of my mind.

There's only one way to "get this:" by showing up to train!  You have no competition in your dojo; everyone there supports each other on their journey.  Always ask questions on things that you don't understand, and if there are any movements in particular that you're having trouble with (for example, using your hips, relaxing your shoulders, half body/full body, etc), ask your instructor for specific drills you can use to improve them (and your instructor will have plenty).

[pandaGIRL]

On 12/31/2024 at 4:39 PM, KorroddyDude said:

There's only one way to "get this:" by showing up to train!  You have no competition in your dojo; everyone there supports each other on their journey.  Always ask questions on things that you don't understand, and if there are any movements in particular that you're having trouble with (for example, using your hips, relaxing your shoulders, half body/full body, etc), ask your instructor for specific drills you can use to improve them (and your instructor will have plenty).

Yes indeed! I am focusing more on day to day, and getting into training and practicing more.

No missing classes unless it's a big emergency.

I'm glad I'm surrounded by good instructors/Senseis' and other students that are supportive.

Thanks to all for the support too

 

[KorroddyDude]

9 hours ago, pandaGIRL said:

Yes indeed! I am focusing more on day to day, and getting into training and practicing more.

No missing classes unless it's a big emergency.

I'm glad I'm surrounded by good instructors/Senseis' and other students that are supportive.

Thanks to all for the support too

 

You're Shorin-ryu, correct?  If you don't mind me asking, what organization?

[pandaGIRL]

A little better guys...still trying to keep at it, and not give up, and motivate myself..its not always easy!

[Nidan Melbourne]

17 hours ago, pandaGIRL said:

A little better guys...still trying to keep at it, and not give up, and motivate myself..its not always easy!

You're doing great! 

Take it one day at a time. 

I have a little training diary that I make sure I do something everyday and fill it out. 

[Zaine]

On 2/15/2025 at 9:41 AM, pandaGIRL said:

A little better guys...still trying to keep at it, and not give up, and motivate myself..its not always easy!

You're doing great! Keep at it!

[bushido_man96]

On 2/16/2025 at 3:45 AM, Nidan Melbourne said:

You're doing great! 

Take it one day at a time. 

I have a little training diary that I make sure I do something everyday and fill it out. 

This is a great thing to do.  I know I've mentioned it before, but it bears repeating; it is a great way to motivate your training.

[pandaGIRL]

On 2/16/2025 at 4:45 AM, Nidan Melbourne said:

You're doing great! 

Take it one day at a time. 

I have a little training diary that I make sure I do something everyday and fill it out. 

Hello,

thanks I didn't think of that . that sounds like a good idea. 

[pandaGIRL]

On 2/18/2025 at 9:27 AM, Zaine said:

You're doing great! Keep at it!

Thank you all I appreciate the feedback and support. 

I think I am getting overwhelmed trying to pick it all up perfect, and get lost

[Zaine]

1 hour ago, pandaGIRL said:

Thank you all I appreciate the feedback and support. 

I think I am getting overwhelmed trying to pick it all up perfect, and get lost

That's a common trap. Don't focus on doing it perfectly. Focus on doing it better than you did it yesterday. Progress over perfection.