Sticks and Steel Combatives

Had a great time helping out at their testing today.

“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” — Book of Proverbs 27:17

Iron doesn’t sharpen iron by being soft.
It sharpens through friction. Contact. Resistance.

We love the quote.
We don’t always love the process.

If everyone around you agrees with you, you’re not being sharpened. You’re being dulled.

Surround yourself with people who:
✔ Elevate your standards
✔ Question your assumptions
✔ Strengthen your character
✔ Celebrate your growth without competing for your shine

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This morning I read 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗔𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘂𝘀 — 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝟴:𝟮𝟲–𝟮𝟵.
And it hit hard.
In these passages, he reminds himself of a few powerful truths:
• Don’t be distracted by what others say or do.
• Don’t drift into complaint or self-pity.
• Do the work in front of you — with justice, discipline, and clarity.
• Speak only what is necessary — and speak it truthfully.
• Act as if this moment is enough.

No theatrics.
No excuses.
No wasted motion.

In a world of noise, outrage, comparison, and constant reaction… Marcus offers a radically simple operating system:

👉 Focus on your character.
👉 Focus on your contribution.
👉 Let go of what you can’t control.

As leaders, builders, founders, architects, operators — this is timeless.

The meeting in front of you.
The decision on your desk.
The conversation you’re avoiding.

That’s the arena.

We don’t control markets.
We don’t control competitors.
We don’t control narratives.

We control our conduct.

And when you zoom out, that’s where reputation, trust, and legacy are built.

If you’re navigating pressure, transition, growth, or uncertainty right now — reread 8:26–29.

It’s a reminder that excellence isn’t loud.
It’s disciplined.

If this resonates, share it with someone in your network who values clarity over chaos.

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Check out this awesome presentation done by Sydney, one of our members.

How is Eskrima Related to Science? Sydney's 9th grade science project, which looks at personal interests and how they relate to science.

RIP Sursuro.

Please remember why we set aside this day. It’s for those that gave up their lives so that our way of life may continue.

That moment when you’re really happy because you got both of their arms tied up.

That feeling you get when you add something new to your EDC rotation.

Shout out to HeadHunter Blades. These are nice to carry.