Karate for mental health interview with Les Bubka 🥋

I’ve just had the privilege of speaking with Les Bubka. The man needs no introduction, but he’s the founder of Karate for Mental Health and Les Bubka Karate Jutsu.

We spoke at length about the important topic of mental health and how the martial arts can help to supplement professional care.

We covered a variety of topics including:

🧠 Mental health in general

🧠 Les’ own journey

🧠 Karate for mental health

🧠 Tips for taking care of your own mental health

📖 Les’ book, Anxious Black Belt

🧘‍♂️ Meditation

🤝 Ways to create an inclusive environment

🧠 Anxiety and controlled failure

💻 Posting content online and dealing with others’ opinions

😊 Positive thinking

I really enjoyed it and learned a lot, and I’m sure you will too.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/GrRoErOjLqo

You can find Les’ stuff at:

Website: https://lesbubka.co.uk/

Socials & Media: https://lesbubka.co.uk/index.html#multimedia-section

Join the Karate for Mental Health Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1783681225262504

Buy a copy of Anxious Black Belt: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1702144402

Find my stuff:

Warrior Spirit Clan Karate Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/955208078640498

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/WarriorSpiritMA/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/warriorspiritmartialarts/

Buy a copy of Made on the Mats: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Made-Mats-Jon-McLean-ebook/dp/B093ZX3TTS

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I had the pleasure of speaking with Kudo Mal Sanchez-Jones today 🎙

Mal’s the branch chief for Kudo in Wales.

We discussed the really important topic of working with Neurodivergent people in the martial arts.

We also covered a whole host of other topics including Kudo, honesty and vulnerability, and bullying.

I really enjoyed this chat, as all the subjects were ones at the core of my Warrior Spirit philosophy of Train, Grow, Belong.

Find Mal’s stuff at....

📺 YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCRyd3PZKVyNaKMbb2c5hMUQ

👤 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goshinandkudoacademy/

And

📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/goshinandkudoacademy?igshid=kpttdp5rkmzm

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In this episode I discuss the values of cross training with other instructors and martial arts styles in order to improve your own. Support the show by picking up some awesome martial arts clothing at artmartialclothing.com and use code SPIRIT for 20% off non-outlet items 👌🏻

Interview with Les Bubka and Andy Allen - we covered a lot of ground, had a few tangents and learned how to create chi balls (Thanks for the tips Andy!) 🤣 You’ll have to watch to learn the secrets 😉

We discussed grappling and throwing in karate, cross-training BJJ and wrestling, kata application, 3K karate, syllabus and a bit on mental health and emotional toughness!

A lot covered in a little over an hour.

Find the guys here:

Andy: https://appliedshotokan.com

Les: https://lesbubka.co.uk

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In this episode I discuss what I feel to be the most vital skill when learning the Martial Arts... *Spoiler Alert* it’s Critical Thinking

In this episode I explore what separates us from the great masters - it’s bound to cause some controversy. Enjoy 👌🏻

A brief exploration into the practical side of Karate, it’s history, purpose and some misunderstandings. Audio taken from my YouTube video