Category Archives: Karate & Athletics

Guard each man’s dignity and Save each man’s pride.

Posted on May 13, 2017 by timothygrantcarter

My friends there is plenty of political bickering in Washington. Do we have to make it a continual sore among friends? My father taught me well, I may disagree with your opinion but I will fight for your right to … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Related, Faith & Inspiration, General Subject Posts, Karate & Athletics, Slamism | Tagged Beatitudes, fighting, peace, politics, prejudice, Prince of Peace, Quaker, relationships, servanthood, Shotokan, Shotokan karate, spirituality, The Will of God | 2 Comments

The Discovery Diet

Posted on April 14, 2017 by timothygrantcarter

When I was a boy. My dad had me out cutting trees on Saturdays when other boys were watching cartoons. I learned the value early, of very hard, difficult work. Also, I was in every kind of Athletics imaginable. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Face Page, General Subject Posts, Karate & Athletics, Slamism, Strictly karate | Tagged Camp Cheerio, Carbs, Diet, discovery, eating, Karate & Athletics, Low calorie, Myfitnesspal, rough around the edges, Shotokan, weight loss | 1 Comment

Learning and Practicing Zanshin in karate and in life.

Posted on March 11, 2017 by timothygrantcarter

There is a martial arts thinking, known as the concept of Zanshin. Zanshin is a term all Japanese martial arts use. It literally means “remaining mind.” The term refers to the movement and the body’s specific posture, after a technique is … Continue reading →

Posted in Face Page, Karate & Athletics, Slamism, Strictly karate | Tagged focus, guidance, hunch, instincts, readiness, Shotokan, Shotokan karate, Stillness, Zanshin | Leave a comment

Slamisms – 301 through 400

Posted on April 23, 2016 by timothygrantcarter

I apologize to my Guts Is The Key Readers. I am way behind, on my posts. It was August of last year since I released the third hundred of my “Slamisms.” So, With no further wait, here is … Continue reading →

Posted in Face Page, Faith & Inspiration, Karate & Athletics, Sales & Sales Training, Slamism, Work Related | Tagged business, honest appraisal, Margo DeGange, marketing, mental-health, personal growth, personal information, Positive Attitude, renewal, sales tips, Selling, Shotokan, Simplicity, spirituality, Steve Gutzler, The Will of God, Workplace | Leave a comment

Stepping back to step forward

Posted on December 17, 2015 by timothygrantcarter

In my teaching of the martial arts to my students, I start with the importance of a strong foundation. And I never let up on the critical necessity of having a powerful stance. Without an effective base, no defense can … Continue reading →

Posted in Karate & Athletics, Slamism, Strictly karate, Work Related | Tagged Balance, focus, Goals, honest appraisal, personal growth, Positive Attitude, renewal, Shotokan karate, Slamism | Leave a comment

Thank God its Wednesday!

Posted on November 25, 2015 by timothygrantcarter

Thank God its Wednesday? Now that’s just weird you say. And in a way, I have to agree with you. In the middle of a fight, it is hard to be thankful. In fact, you don’t have time to do anything except … Continue reading →

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Be Relentless In Personal Excellence & Public Service!

Posted on November 4, 2015 by timothygrantcarter

Dear Guts Is The Key Reader. This entry is intended to be both personal and inspirational. Personal, because it is about who I am by nature. And Inspirational, because the characteristic I am describing will help you also, and serve … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith & Inspiration, Karate & Athletics, Strictly karate | Tagged Karate & Athletics, personal growth, relentless pursuit, rough around the edges, Service to others, Shotokan, Shotokan karate, Slamism | 1 Comment

Determination, The real thing!

Posted on July 14, 2015 by timothygrantcarter

“Determination will not help you win from the sidelines. You must be willing to get in the game and be empowered in the real task. If you are not ready to try your best now – and with relentless pursuit … Continue reading →

Posted in Face Page, Faith & Inspiration, GUTS - What is it?, Karate & Athletics, Sales & Sales Training, Slamism, Work Related | Tagged Daily Focus, Determination, finish line, focus, personal growth, relentless pursuit, Slamism, true determination, Workplace | 1 Comment

Creativity – Let it Flow

Posted on May 8, 2015 by timothygrantcarter

This BEAM (article) is the companion piece to “The Miracle of Creativity.” Here is the link to that article. https://gutsisthekey.com/2014/12/01/the-magic-of-creativity/ Many years ago, I was excited to live on and take care of a farm. The arrangement was … Continue reading →

Posted in Face Page, Faith & Inspiration, General Subject Posts, Karate & Athletics | Tagged athletics, creativity, Ha Tran, Karate & Athletics, Margo DeGange, practice makes perfect, Steve Gutzler, vince lombardi | 1 Comment

Be a tough, tenacious tackler.

Posted on February 7, 2015 by timothygrantcarter

In most pursuits, basics are critical to success. This is true in many things and it is undeniably true in football. To succeed at the game, you must have tough, tenacious, tacklers. As a matter of fact, you must BE … Continue reading →

Posted in Face Page, GUTS - What is it?, Karate & Athletics, Sales & Sales Training, Slamism, Work Related | Tagged Determination, facing problems, football, Karate & Athletics, Pep talks, personal growth, tackler, tackling, toughness, Workplace | 1 Comment

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