This week, we’re thrilled to bring you a very special episode, recorded live from the dojo with our longtime friend and karate master, Joe Fry! Joe is not only the owner of a thriving karate studio and a 5th degree black belt, but also a dedicated mentor, parent, and entrepreneur. In this episode, he shares his incredible journey of resilience, self-discovery, and teaching life lessons through martial arts.
We dive deep into Joe’s story, starting with his childhood experiences of bullying and how they inspired him to embrace karate as a path to confidence and strength. He shares his philosophy of getting "1% better every day" and how martial arts has shaped his approach to life, parenting, and business. Whether it's battling imposter syndrome or staying accountable, Joe’s insights are powerful and relatable.
The Impact of Teaching on Parenting: How working with students influenced Joe’s approach as a father.
Overcoming Obstacles: The mental and physical discipline needed to own a business and navigate life's challenges.
Building Confidence Through Karate: How martial arts empowers students to develop self-assurance and resilience.
Battling Self-Doubt: Confronting imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and self-doubt while staying accountable.
Physical and Mental Well-Being: Balancing fitness, mindfulness, and rest to avoid burnout and improve mental health.
Finding Meaning in Spirituality and Nature: How staying present and embracing curiosity can lead to personal growth.
Deep Questions About Life: Joe asks us thought-provoking questions like, “Would your 10-year-old self be proud of you?”
Joe’s honest reflections about running a business, navigating fatherhood, and striving for personal growth will leave you inspired to take on your own challenges with confidence and clarity. Plus, he shares advice on how to avoid staleness in your physical activities, why good sleep and nutrition matter, and how spirituality connects us to something bigger.

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1:40 - Live from the dojo with Joe Fry
5:00 - Teaching shaping parenting
7:00 - Partnering with your spouse
9:25 - Childhood bullying
11:00 - Pushing your body young
12:30 - 1% better daily
14:00 - Challenges of owning a business
15:56 - Overcoming obstacles
17:15 - Separating work and family
18:15 - Finding yourself in the pandemic
20:26 - Karate and confidence
23:11 - Inspiring student growth
26:15 - Imposter syndrome and self-doubt
28:00 - Staying accountable
29:25 - Living in the present
31:00 - Physical health for mental well-being
33:50 - Aging and injuries
35:27 - Avoiding staleness
37:45 - Sleep and nutrition
39:30 - Masculinity and sensitivity
44:00 - Providing beyond finances
47:30 - Spirituality in nature
52:30 - Keep learning and exploring
54:37 - Joey’s questions
59:45 - Would 10-year-old you be proud?
1:02:15 - Sparking chang

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