Years ago I’d stepped away from martial arts, but wanted to return. I’d lost the physical conditioning that came with fighting. I kept telling myself that once I got back into shape, I’d return. Well, the only way to get into karate shape, was through karate. I was looking for another path instead of committing to what brought me the fitness and the ability. We do this with God all the time. Making vows like “I’ll go back to church after I stop drinking,” or “Once my divorce