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Duane Brumitt Know Yourself: Increasing Self-Awareness
If you want to be really good at something and live an enriched life, it’s important to have self-awareness.
Self-awareness, in essence, means you know your own self.
Duane Brumitt Good Night: Developing a Healthy Bedtime Routine
Would you give anything to be able to sleep soundly – even once? As a nation, we pop sleeping pills regularly. But you don’t have to!
Duane Brumitt Do You Trust Others? Do They Trust You?
Learning to trust is one of the most important elements of life. Those who trust others live calmer, more emotionally stable lives.
Attitude Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life!
When your life goes in a direction that you’d rather not experience, it’s often hard to deal with the challenge. You try many different ways to get yourself on the right track, but nothing you’re doing seems to work.
Duane Brumitt Building a Strong Work Ethic
No matter how tough life gets, if you put your all into your work, good things will come to you. Staying positive, refusing to procrastinate….
communication Body Language: Speak Volumes Without Saying a Word
Believe it or not, most communication is nonverbal. Are you really saying what you think you’re saying? If you often find that people misunderstand you….
Duane Brumitt Are You Giving Away Your Power?
Does attaining your goals seem harder than it should be? If you feel challenged to achieve your desires, you may be constructing false obstacles to your objectives.
Duane Brumitt 6 Easy Ways to Make a Good First Impression
In almost all life situations, we want to leave a positive impression with people when we first meet them. Whether you’re establishing a new business contact or….
Duane Brumitt Self-Improvement Activities for February
February is a challenging month for many people. Often, February is when we really start getting tired of all the cold and snow. We huddle in our homes hoping…
Duane Brumitt Tri-Star Martial Arts Weekly News 2/7/12
Duane Brumitt’s Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy Weekly News 2/7/12
clarity The Tremendous Power of Clarity
Whatever you’re trying to accomplish, clarity is paramount. Being consistent and staying on track is largely a result of being unambiguous about your life and purpose.
benefits The Benefits of Hard Work
Hard work has been touted for centuries as the primary ingredient of any great success. One of the challenges many people have is the belief that hard work
Duane Brumitt The 10-Day Negative Thought Fast
Would you like a simple way to really change your life? Instead of merely getting by, you’ll find that your life can truly be exceptional when you focus on positive solutions…
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Confidence Removing Indecision From Your Life
Do you struggle to make decisions? You may feel so concerned about making the wrong choice that you don’t make any choice at all.
Duane Brumitt Perfection vs. Excellence
There’s a huge difference between doing something well and doing it perfectly. Attempting to be perfect can bring on feelings of inadequacy.
Discipline Learn How to Stop Complaining
As it turns out, those of us who complain a lot have negative thoughts running through our brains much of the time. These negative thoughts compel us to say them aloud frequently
Duane Brumitt Improving Follow-Through on Your New Year’s Resolution
By the time we reach a certain age, we understand the real point behind our New Year’s resolutions. It’s admirable to make real efforts to improve yourself.
Discipline How to Turn Yourself Into an Early Riser
Many of us get seem almost programmed to sleep late. But there’s a lot to be said for getting up early. You never again have to worry about being late for work.
Discipline How to Get Up When the Alarm Goes Off
When the alarm clock first wakes you each morning, do you have difficulty getting out of bed immediately?Do you usually find yourself pressing the snooze button…
Duane Brumitt How to Banish Negative Thoughts
Who doesn’t have negative thoughts now and then? But what if you had a negative thought which was pervasive and constant? Would you know how to get rid of it?
Duane Brumitt How to Achieve a Stretch Goal
What is a stretch goal? For our purposes, we’ll define a stretch goal as a goal for which you don’t appear to be well suited, based on past experience.
Duane Brumitt Become Happier and More Successful Through Delayed Gratification
Learning to delay gratification can make you happier and more successful in both your personal and professional life.
Duane Brumitt Five Ways to Increase Your Motivation
Motivation and drive propel us forward toward the realization of our goals, but some of us seem to have more of this driving force than others.
Duane Brumitt Fill Your Life With Happiness
Happiness is a funny thing. Many experts say that happiness comes from within. This may be true, but there are also specific experiences that make us happy.
Confidence Developing the Courage to Cultivate Originality
Having the courage to be original really means being brave enough to be yourself. Certainly this can seem daunting and frightening, because to really live as you are means opening yourself up to the judgement of others.
Duane Brumitt Create a Vision for Your Life Today
You’ve probably heard that you can only get where you want to be if you know where you’re going. This pithy statement is as true now as the first time it was said.
Duane Brumitt Change Your Life in 30 Days: A Process That Really Works
Significantly changing your life in 30 days really is possible, although not always easy. But even though this adventure is often a big challenge, the payoffs can be enormous.
12 Rules to Increase Your Productivity
Does your productivity ever get hampered by your desire to find the best possible solution? As you seek the easiest or fastest route to your goal, you may…
Duane Brumitt Bradley Karate Master Shares: Overcoming Post-Holiday Blues
The holidays are often a whirlwind of activity and emotion involving a busy schedule of shopping, school programs and get-togethers with friends and family. If…
Christmas Merry Christmas Video Part 5 The Last Dance
Merry Christmas!!! This is the last Christmas dance these guys are doing all year long. Don’t miss it!!!
Merry Christmas Video Part 4
I can’t believe these guys… What’s the matter with them? Check out Christmas caroling with the guys!
Merry Christmas Video Part 3
This is part 3 in the Merry Christmas Video series… Please leave your comments about the video!
Merry Christmas Video Part 2
Tri-Star Staff Merry Christmas Video Part 2… don’t miss your instructors and Trevor singing and dancing!
Merry Christmas Video Part 1
Duane Brumitt’s Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy Staff Saying Merry Christmas Part 1… Don’t MISS it!!!
Duane Brumitt Promote Strong Listening Skills in Your Children
Being the kind of parent you want to be requires knowledge, consistency, and a sense of confidence. When you truly know that what you’re doing is the right…
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Duane Brumitt Managing Your Emotions When You Drive
Do you regularly experience annoyance, frustration, irritation, or anger with other drivers? When you’re driving, it’s vital to be able to keep your cool.
Duane Brumitt Live With Confidence Using To-Do Lists
As a new year approaches, you’re likely reflecting on how to live a better life. Whether you seek convenience, effectiveness, or success with goals, consider…
Duane Brumitt Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy Weekly News 12/13/11
Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy Weekly News 12/13/11
Diet Bradley Karate Master Shares: Four Small Diet Changes With a Big Impact
Are you at your wit’s end with diets that haven’t produced results worth talking about? You might find one that lets you lose a couple …
Duane Brumitt Take the Stress Out of Holiday Travel
If you believe the lyrics to “Jingle Bells,” people used to laugh all the way during their holiday travels. Today, getting to grandma’s house may be a little…
Boundries Boundaries: Loving Limits That Help Your Kids Make Positive Choices
Children are often required to make split-second decisions that can lead to either a smooth or troublesome path. As a parent, you may have wondered …
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Duane Brumitt Reduce Your Holiday Stress
As the holiday season approaches, your stress level will probably rise. In addition to your typical schedule of work, home and kids, you’ve got more shopping…
Children Allow Your Children to Make Mistakes
We all learn from our mistakes. Every situation is an opportunity for growth. Obviously there are certain mistakes you want to protect your kids from…
13 Life Lessons From Classic Holiday Movies and TV Specials
Holiday movies and TV specials can teach us how to live better and enjoy more happiness year round. These are some of the most important life lessons from…
Duane Brumitt 4 Strategies to Help You Remember Names
Duane Brumitt shares: 4 Strategies to Help You Remember Names…
Duane Brumitt Duane Brumitt’s Tri-Star Martial Arts Weekly News 11/30/11
Duane Brumitt’s Tri-Star Martial Arts Weekly News 11/30/11
Duane Brumitt Maintaining a Close Bond With Your Siblings
Growing up with brothers and sisters is one of the most life-enriching experiences you’ll ever have. As you grow and mature into adults, though, all too often..
Karate Bourbonnais Shares: Identifying Your Potential
Discovering what makes you tick is integral to identifying your own potential. Knowing what you’re good at and what you want to do in life will…
Duane Brumitt Gifts for Grandparents: Priceless Treasures From Your Kids
Grandparents are typically thrilled to receive gifts made by their grandchildren. When those gifts focus on special memories that the two generations…
Duane Brumitt Fulfilling Your Aspirations
Having goals makes the world go round. Even though you’ve got to work and take care of your home and family, your aspirations can be driving forces in your…
Creating a Personal Exercise Plan You Can Stick To
Do you start exercise plans with the best intentions of getting in shape, but then have trouble staying with any regimen long enough to see the benefits? READ THE REST HERE <==
Duane Brumitt Family Fitness: Staying Healthy Together
In these days of fast food dinners and hours spent sitting at computers and video games, families need more than ever to work together to stay healthy. Click HERE to read the full article…
Attitude Could You Use an Attitude Makeover?
In this day of personal makeovers, we’ve seen people lose 100 pounds, get a nose job, and finally go after their dream career. But for many… Read More HERE
Capturing Family History With Aging Relatives
How much do you know about your family tree? Probably not nearly as much as your grandparents, aunts, or uncles! Yet many of them may not…
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Duane Brumitt Building Your Child’s Self-Confidence
Self-confidence is one of those character traits that ensures a child will develop into an emotionally healthy, assertive adult. However, because your children…
Duane Brumitt A Parent’s Guide to Cultivating Leadership in Your Kids
Did you know that kids can start developing leadership qualities as early as their preschool years? The sooner children learn to use their leadership skills… Read More
Duane Brumitt 9 Strategies for Happy, Blended Families
If you live in a blended household, you almost certainly recognize the dedication and stamina needed for a happy home. Although many families struggle…
Weekly Motivational Wall Paper 10/24/11
Duane Brumitt’s Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy’s Weekly motivational wall paper for your computer… Setting an example is not the means of influencing another, it is the only means. ~Albert Einstein
Weekly News 10/19/11
Duane Brumitt’s Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy Weekly News 10/18/11… News About the up coming karate tournament.
Duane Brumitt Weekly Motivational Wall Paper 10/17/11
Duane Brumitt’s Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy’s Weekly motivational wall paper for your computer… One of the secrets of Life is to make stepping stones out to stumbling blocks. ~Jack Penn
Duane Brumitt Duane Brumitt Shares: A Parent’s Guide to Defusing Sibling Rivalry
Sibling rivalry is natural and this healthy competition among siblings is unavoidable. However, the fighting and tension can wreak havoc on family…
activities Bradley Karate Master Shares: 5 Quality Family Activities to Enjoy During Autumn
Autumn is a season when you can spend more quality time together as a family. Shorter days mean that the kids are home earlier, and cooler weather invites everyone to spend more time indoors.
Duane Brumitt Karate Bourbonnais Weekly Motivational Wall Paper 10/10/11
Duane Brumitt’s Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy’s Weekly motivational wall paper for your computer 10/10/11
Duane Brumitt Duane Brumitt’s Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy’s Weekly News 10/3/11
10/3/11 Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy News! Don’t miss out on Friday’s…
Duane Brumitt Karate Bradley Weekly Motivational Wall Paper 10/3/11
Duane Brumitt’s Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy’s Weekly motivational wall paper for your computer 10/03/11. Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
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Duane Brumitt Tri-Star Martial Arts Weekly News 9-21-11
9-21-11 This weeks News for Duane Brumitt’s Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy. REMEMBER what’s happening this Friday!
Duane Brumitt Karate Masters Daily Insights
If you’re still hanging onto a dead dream of yesterday, laying flowers on its grave by the hour, you cannot be planting the seeds for a new dream to grow today.
~Joyce Chapman
Duane Brumitt Karate Bradley Weekly Motivational Wall Paper 09/19/11
Duane Brumitt’s Tri-Star Martial Arts Academy’s Weekly motivational wall paper for your computer 09/19/11
Duane Brumitt Bradley Karate Masters Daily Insights
A creative man is motivated by the desire to achieve, not by the desire to beat others.
~Ayn Rand
Confidence Bourbonnais Karate Master Shares: Finding Your Confidence
As you go through life’s inevitable trials, you’ll benefit from knowing that you can reach within yourself and find confidence. Accessing your confidence helps you…
Karate Masters Daily Insights
Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power. ~Abraham Lincoln
Duane Brumitt Bradley Karate Masters Daily Insights
One’s objective should be to get it right, get it quick, get it out, and get it over. You see, your problem won’t improve with …
Duane Brumitt Tri-Star Martial Arts Weekly News 9-13-11
Don’t miss this weeks news 9-13-11. There is a lot going on this week and this month. Don’t miss out!
Duane Brumitt Karate Masters Daily Insights
Expecting the world to treat you fairly because you are a good person is a little like expecting the bull not to attack you because …
Bullies Bullying Is An Epidemic!
Duane Brumitt’t Tri-Star Martial Arts will hold a FREE Bully-Buster classes on both Wed., September 28th at 4:30pm and Thurs., September 29th at 6:15pm for Ages 6-12. Class is 45 minutes in length.
Duane Brumitt Karate Bradley Weekly Motivational Wall Paper 09/12/11
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Duane Brumitt Karate Masters Daily Insights
Write a goal every single month to eliminate a mess from your life, and when you do – abundance will come in. ~Raymond Aaron
Commitment Karate Bourbonnais Master Shares: How to Keep a Commitment to Yourself
Undoubtedly you’ve noticed different phases in your life. Some phases last years, others just a few months. Many of those stages are filled with lists …
Karate Masters Daily Insights
Good humor is a tonic for mind and body. It is the best antidote for anxiety and depression. It is a business asset. It attracts …
Karate Masters Daily Insights
Our ultimate freedom is the right and power to decide how anybody or anything outside ourselves will affect us. ~Stephen R. Covey
Dreams Frankfort Karate Master Shares: Pursue Your Dreams
Have you ever awakened one day and realized that, although your life is going pretty well, there’s just one thing tugging at you? Something inside …
I Teach My Children to be Thankful!
Is that statement true? Do you. If not don’t worry… The below affirmation just might be your answer. Just read this 3 times…
6 Attitude Adjustments That Can Change Your Life Tomorrow
Do you feel like your life could be happier? A better tomorrow could start with something as simple as your attitude. Our perspectives have a …
Teacher Appreciation Day
Join us and Staples for a day of celebration to say thanks for all you teachers do. Teachers, don’t miss these great perks at your …
Duane Brumitt Weekly News 8/2/11
Tri-Star Back Pack info HERE <== Tri-Star Star Wars Summer Camp info HERE <==
Duane Brumitt Karate Kankakee Weekly Motivational Wall Paper 08/01/11
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Duane Brumitt Weekly News 7-26-11
Brand New Tri-Star Sling Back Packs Only 50 Back Pack Available And That’s It! Read more about the back pack by clicking HERE August 2011 …
Duane Brumitt Karate Bourbonnais Master Shares: Six Strategies to Prevent Job Burnout
Does your life feel unbalanced? Are you tired or exhausted most of the time? Do you feel like work consumes you? You may be experiencing …
Duane Brumitt Tri-Star Martial Arts Weekly News 07/19/11
Click HERE to get info in the Overnighter Click HERE to get info on the All Sports Camp Mr. Keast’s MMA Fight will be on …
Duane Brumitt Karate Bourbonnais Weekly Motivational Wallpaper 7/19/11
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Duane Brumitt Karate Bourbonnais Master Shares: Tips for Teaching Your Kids About Feelings
As children mature, they’ll experience all kinds of emotions. Like all humans, they’ll also have reactions to those feelings. Because of their natural responses, they’ll …
Duane Brumitt Karate Bradley Master Shares: Getting to Know Your Children as Individuals
Raising children is one of the most fulfilling experiences in life. As with most parents, you probably feel very close to your children, because after …
