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I Nearly Broke My Hand Trying To Impress the Teacher

The hardest lessons are the ones that stick

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Rick Lewis
May 15, 2025
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The martial arts studio was only a half mile from my house. After walking at least a dozen times past a sign offering a free lesson, I decided to sign up.

I was a 15-year-old high school athlete and figured I’d impress the instructor with my strength, coordination, and flexibility. They’d be begging for me to become a st…

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