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I recently read an excellent book called the Last Child In The Woods , authored by Richard Louv.  It is a scholarly written book and discusses how we are raising a generation of children who spend little to no time in the woods, thus suffering from what Mr. Louv describes as a "nature deficit disorder" . Listen to this short video in which Mr. Louv shares his findings: I think back to my own youth, remembering the 1,000's of hours spent exploring in the woods, climbing trees, looking for insects, playing in streams, getting muddy and wet and getting lots of healthy exercise. Fast forward 30 years -- and today's kids spend nearly all of their time indoors -- some because of over-anxious parents worried their child will be abducted, and others, simply because children have video games, DVD movies, and that "drug with a plug" called the television.  We are raising a generation of "couch potatoes"! At Samurai Karate Studio , we have incorporated enviro

I have been doing some research trying to focus on eating a healthier selection of food and limit my intake of sugar.  For me, this has been a herculean task, as I have been drinking soda since college and admitedly, I am addicted to it. I also have been trying to limit my passion for fast food!  Another habit that started later in high school. When I was growing up, I hardly ever ate any fast food, and I think my mom did a pretty good job of giving us a variety of fruits and vegtables.  However, as the years went on, I developed some really bad eating habits. In doing my research, one of the interesting things I have come across is a paleo lifesty, which looks at how our ancestors historically ate and exercised and recommends a similar lifestyle and diet. I recently came across this chart, which really does a nice job of explaining the thought process behind the "paleo craze" There are many excellent books on paleo, I would recommend you start with The Paleo Solution . Enjoy

  The below document is a proposed anti-bullying statue that states can use to as a guideline for anti-bullying legislation.  It was provided by The Bully Project. ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE MODEL K-12 BULLYING PREVENTION STATUTE (A) Prohibited Activities: (1) Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying and Cyberbullying, prohibited: (a) No student shall be subjected to harassment, intimidation, bullying, or cyberbullying in any public educational institution, (i) During any education program or activity; or (ii) While in school, on school equipment or property, in school vehicles, on school buses, at designated school bus stops, at school-sponsored activities, at school-sanctioned events; or (iii) Through the use of data, telephone or computer software that is accessed through a computer, computer system, or computer network of any public educational institution. (b) As used in this Act, Kharassment, intimidation, bullying or cyberbullyingL means any written, verbal or physical act,

Bullying is a national tragedy! The facts are staggering and we know that bullying effects millions of kids each year! Do you have a bullying story you want to share? You are not alone! The creators of the Bully Movie, have created a website where you can share you bullying story in the hopes that others will have the courage to report their story as well. Click HERE to tell your story. If you or someone you know is a victim of bullying, please let me help!  Call me at 803-462-9425 and I will work with you one on one! Don't wait before it's too late!  We have lost far too many children to bullying this year alone!   Sensei Chris Feldt Samurai Karate Studio Columbia, SC 29229 803-462-9425 samuraikaratestudio@gmail.com

The Tyler Long family is a major focus of the new movie soon to be released called BULLY. It is a documentary about the tragic effects of bullying and examines why it is happening and what isn't being done to prevent it. Tyler Long was bullied so bad, he eventually took his own life. His family is telling his story so that hopefully their message will be heard and their son's death will not be in vain. Here is a quick link of the Long family interview on the Ellen show. http://www.wrcbtv.com/story/17232775/ellen-show-hosts-tyler-longs-family-for-bully-documentary?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=6867445 If you or someone you know is being bullied, I am here to help. As I child, I was a victim of bullying and I know what it feels like to be trapped. Please call me at 803-462-9425 immediately. Don't wait before it's too late! Sensei Chris Feldt Samurai Karate Studio Columbia, SC 29229 803-462-9425 samuraikaratestudio@gmail.com

By ABC News Nightline video platform video management video solutions video player   I can't wait to see this new movie! I think the world is finally starting to wake up to the idea that we ALL need to take responsibility to end bullying and keep our children safe while they are in school. Let me know what you think we you see the movie!   Sensei Chris Feldt Samurai Karate Studio Columbia, SC 29229 803-462-9425 samuraikaratestudio@gmail.com