14/11/2023
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Exactly 2 years ago today I braved the unknown and with some trepidation took the first step of my journey to train in Village-style Kung Fu at The Village with Gus Gates.
What a life-changing experience this has been.
Before I joined Warrior's Path (the advanced training program) just over a year ago, I had all sorts of ideas on things I could write about and post on my social media accounts. However, once I emersed myself deeper and deeper into training, my practice time became more urgent and precious to me. In time I found that almost everything else took a back seat where my priorities were concerned.
I'll be transparent here. I suffered personal losses because of this shift. But miraculously, where loss and grief occurred, I gained new levels of abundance, quality, personal growth, and genuine connections that enrich my life in ways I never believed possible.
Thank you Sifu Gus, Sifu Sandra, Sifu Jen, Sifu Maureen, Sifu Julianne and Sifu Bryan for your mentorship and patience as you train me in this art. For all the frustration, struggle and heartache it gives me, it also refines, teaches, strengthens, and improves everything I am. 🙏❤☯️
Gus Gates
The Village with Gus Gates
