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#225 Simon Alexander Ong – Your greatest asset isn’t time, it’s energy.

Join Sebastian Bates as he sits down with Simon Alexander Ong to explore Simon’s journey, philosophies, and insights on parenting, personal growth, and finding balance in life. Topics Discussed: • Simon Alexander Ong’s personal journey and the lessons learned from setbacks. • The importance of embracing challenges and maintaining a growth mindset. • Applying a gamification mindset to life and…

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# 224 Part 2: Ending the Cycle of Bullying – Chapter 5: Getting in Training.(Part 5)

Sebastian Bates, founder of the Warrior Academy, shares insights from his book “Not a Victim” aimed at helping parents prepare their children to navigate bullying. This episode focuses on resilience-building strategies and proactive parenting approaches. Topics Discussed: • Introduction to the book “Not a Victim” and its purpose in addressing bullying. • Explanation of the “Not a Victim” process: teaching…

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# 223 Mat Chat! A Story About Conflict Resolution

In this episode of The Warrior Academy Podcast, host Sebastian Bates shares an insightful story about two young martial artists, Kai and Mai, and their journey towards mastering the art of conflict resolution. With the guidance of their instructor, Senseihiro, Kai and Mai learn valuable lessons on resolving conflicts and fostering a harmonious training environment. Join us as we delve…

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#222 Building Strong Resilient Kids in The Modern World

In this episode, Sebastian Bates and Rachel Godfrey delve into the challenges of midlife crises, resilience-building, and the unique hurdles faced by entrepreneurs and high-achieving individuals. Topics Discussed: • The impact of perfectionism, overachievement, and workaholism on health optimization. • Strategies for navigating midlife crises and finding alignment between personal desires and societal expectations. • The parallels between entrepreneurship and…

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#221 Part 2: Ending the Cycle of Bullying – Chapter 5: Getting in Training.(Part 3) – Not a Victim

In this episode of the Warrior Academy podcast, Sebastian Bates, founder of the Warrior Academy, shares insights from his book Not a Victim, aimed at guiding parents through the difficult challenge of bullying. Topics Discussed: • Overview of Sebastian Bates’ book Not a Victim and its aims • How to prepare children to face bullying proactively • Importance of empowering…

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#220 Mat Chat! A Story About Tolerance

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, Instructor Charlie from the Warrior Academy delivers a mat chat on the crucial topic…

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#219 Behind the Scenes of Winter Warrior 2023

In this episode, we dive into the thrilling Winter Warrior Competition 2023, hosted by the Warrior Academy. We cover all the excitement from the event, including the rules, preparation, and highlights of the competition. Join us as we walk through the meticulous planning and the fierce yet respectful battles that took place, showcasing the strength, skill, and character of our…

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#218 Part 2: Ending the Cycle of Bullying – Chapter 5: Getting in Training.(Part 3)

In this episode of the Warrior Academy podcast, Sebastian Bates, founder of the Warrior Academy, shares insights from his book Not a Victim, aimed at guiding parents through the difficult challenge of bullying. Topics Discussed: • Overview of Sebastian Bates’ book Not a Victim and its aims • How to prepare children to face bullying proactively • Importance of empowering…

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#217 Mat Chat! A Story About Critical Thinking

In this episode of the Warrior Academy podcast, Instructor Charlie shares a compelling Mat Chat about a young martial artist named Leon. Leon’s journey highlights the importance of developing critical thinking skills, which ultimately transform his approach to martial arts and life. Through the guidance of a wise mentor, Leon learns to analyze situations, think creatively, and adapt strategies to…

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