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Martial Arts Negotiation
The Art of Negotiation: Make Good Agreements That Build Trust and Avoid Resentment In the realm of negotiation and resolving...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Sep 6, 20242 min read
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Martial Arts Training
Illusions vs Delusions Illusions and delusions are related to perception but have distinct meanings. Illusions refer to misperceptions or...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Aug 31, 20243 min read
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Human Nature Webinar Course
Understanding human nature can significantly benefit your training in several ways. Behavioural Patterns: People who understand human...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jun 2, 20242 min read
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Surprise Attacks
Ambush-style crimes typically involve surprise attacks on unsuspecting victims. The perpetrators may hide or lie in wait for their target...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 16, 20243 min read
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Play in Learning
Play in adult learning refers to intentionally integrating playful and interactive elements into adult educational experiences. While...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Feb 22, 20246 min read
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Deep Work in Martial Arts
How can you incorporate deep work principles into your Systema practice? Eliminate Distractions Choose a quiet and focused environment...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Dec 17, 20233 min read
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Adaptability in Systema Training
Absolutely, adaptability and open-mindedness are essential aspects of mental discipline in martial arts. Here's a deeper look at how they...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Oct 1, 20233 min read
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Unfold Observations and Stretch ideas
To flourish and grow in a many-sided uncertain and ever changing world that surrounds us, I suggest that we have to make intuitive...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Mar 30, 20231 min read
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Faith
Belief is common. Faith less so. Is it really enough to understand the teachings? Words are easily memorized and repeating is easily...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Mar 29, 20231 min read
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The Empty Cup
You must have a clear hearty and a totally open mind to receive Systema. Noble sounding words, but what does having an empty cup mean?...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Mar 25, 20231 min read
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Staying Calm Under Pressure
Staying calm under pressure is so important in highly charged situations. Fear and anger can cause even the most skilled martial arts to...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Dec 5, 20223 min read
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Danger is Imminent
Anxiety is a signal that danger is imminent. When the danger is real, anxiety can help to keep us safe. The problem is that for many...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Nov 26, 20222 min read
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The Passion Paradox
Passion typically masks a weakness. It’s breathless and a poor substitute for discipline, for perseverance and purpose. You need to spot...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Nov 19, 20222 min read
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Productivity hacks anyone can Use
When training at FC and in our lives, it's easy to get caught up in simply doing more. But productivity (at least, how I define it) isn't...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Oct 5, 20223 min read
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A Spacious Experience of Life (How to Practice)
In any moment, we can experience spaciousness. Whether you’re responding to messages and emails, writing, washing a dish, talking to...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Oct 4, 20222 min read
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Training Guidelines
Here are a few sound training guidelines that apply to not just martial arts but any sport, hobby or activity you wish to become skilled...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Aug 6, 20221 min read
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Keep A Training Journal
I’ve been journaling my training and teaching for over 25 years. It has so many positive benefits; keeping me focused on what I have...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jul 17, 20221 min read
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Understanding & Befriending Anger
Anger can be the most honourable emotion you have if you know what it is, why it appears, and how to work with it. All of your emotions...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jun 27, 20222 min read
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Effortless Effort Systema Training
I’ve noticed that a lot of us will be pretty wiped out at the end of a long day of work or social activity, to the point where we need...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jun 7, 20222 min read
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Chasing Perfect
It’s not unusual to hear people describe themselves, or their significant others, or their children, as “perfectionists.” This often...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 29, 20222 min read
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