Blog and podcast

#076 A Conversation Between Sebastian Bates and Elisabeth Valentine

In this episode, Sebastian Bates discusses his latest book, “Not a Victim,” and his journey from experiencing bullying as a child to becoming an entrepreneur and founder of the Warrior Academy. He emphasizes the importance of character development and shares insights on how parents can help their children build resilience. Sebastian also delves into the world of cyberbullying and online…

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#077 Reshaping Identity and Creating Change: The Favela, Inc. Story

Growing up in the Colorado mountains.n>Emphasis on nature and outdoor activities.n>Solitude and self-discovery.nn-Passion for Travel and Experiencesnn>Parents’ influence on valuing experiences.n>Early exposure to adventure and human connection.n>Transformational experience living with a Mexican family.nn-Dealing with Bullying and Identitynn>Experiences of bullying in school.n>The impact of bullying on personal identity.n>Transitioning to a new environment to redefine identity.nn-Reconstructing Identity and Shaping Narrativesnn>The freedom of…

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#075 Part 1: The World of Bullying Chapter 1: The World Has Changed: Are You Ready? (Part 5)

How confident is your child? If you’d like to learn how to develop your child’s confidence, conduct and concentration, you NEED to take the breakthrough area assessment! It will give you unique insights into your child’s 3Cs, click the link to access: http://www.breakthrougharea.com/ In this episode, we delve into Chapter One of “Not A Victim,” a powerful book that addresses…

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#074 Unlocking the Power of Character: The Three C’s Accelerator Program

How confident is your child? If you’d like to learn how to develop your child’s confidence, conduct and concentration, you NEED to take the breakthrough area assessment! It will give you unique insights into your child’s 3Cs, click the link to access: http://www.breakthrougharea.com/ In this episode of the Warrior Academy Podcast, we unveil an exciting new initiative designed to supercharge…

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#073 Mat Chat! A Story on Interpersonal Skill!

How confident is your child? If you’d like to learn how to develop your child’s confidence, conduct and concentration, you NEED to take the breakthrough area assessment! It will give you unique insights into your child’s 3Cs, click the link to access: http://www.breakthrougharea.com/ In this episode of the Warrior Academy Podcast, Instructor Charlie delivers a powerful mat chat to students,…

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#072 What Is My Child’s Breakthrough Area?

How confident is your child? If you’d like to learn how to develop your child’s confidence, conduct and concentration, you NEED to take the breakthrough area assessment! It will give you unique insights into your child’s 3Cs, click the link to access: http://www.breakthrougharea.com/ In this episode of the Warrior Academy podcast, we delve into a fundamental part of their character…

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#071 Leadership and Resilience: Insights from a Military Veteran with Monty Mavelian

How confident is your child? If you’d like to learn how to develop your child’s confidence, conduct and concentration, you NEED to take the breakthrough area assessment! It will give you unique insights into your child’s 3Cs, click the link to access: http://www.breakthrougharea.com/ In this engaging episode, we dive into character development and leadership skills for young people with Monty…

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#070 VLOG: Behind the scenes of the Summer Samurai Championships!

In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of the Summer Samurai event, a martial arts competition that goes beyond fighting. Join us as we explore how this event builds confidence and courage in participants, from point sparring to board breaking. Discover the preparation, organization, and ethos behind this unique competition. Topics Discussed: – Introduction to the Summer Samurai…

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#069 Part 1: The World of Bullying Chapter 1: The World Has Changed: Are You Ready? (Part 4)

How confident is your child? If you’d like to learn how to develop your child’s confidence, conduct and concentration, you NEED to take the breakthrough area assessment! It will give you unique insights into your child’s 3Cs, click the link to access: http://www.breakthrougharea.com/ In this episode, we continue our exploration of bullying experiences and personal growth through the story of…

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#068 What Is the Best Way to Completely Transform My Child’s Character?

In this episode of the Warrior Academy Podcast, we delve into the importance of transition events or rites of passage in the journey to becoming a black belt. These events are designed to test and develop a student’s character outside of the dojo, providing invaluable life skills. Join us as we explore this innovative approach to character development and seek…

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