What are your core values? Having a strong center, like the trunk of a tree, will strengthen and balance everything else. In exercise, developing a strong core will help make the rest of you strong, resilient and balanced. In Judo, martial arts and other sports, keeping your center is vital to success. Same with the Inner Life. We are confronted constantly with emotions and distractions that can make us feel off balance and frustrated. But the more we have an inner core, a center of strength and wisdom, the better we can keep our footing and not get thrown off by the slings and arrows of life. Your inner center can be your guiding star, and always point you in the right direction, even when you get off course. And, this powerful center of conviction and strength will give you peace of mind and heart, and help you relax.