Best Sabrina Bliem Podcasts (2024)

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#37 - What Can This Fear Teach You? 27:50

3M ago27:50

27:50

The most terrifying experience of my life, and a helpful framework for navigating fear. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/cBOI0rKqkJ8 Thank you for joining me on my martial arts journey, and in the exploration of all the ways we can perform better in life and martial arts. Check out my online courses here: http…

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#36 - If You're Feeling Stuck, This Is For You 19:46

4M ago19:46

19:46

We need to feel stuck in order to get unstuck. There's value in sitting with those uncomfortable feelings. That dissonance helps us grow. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/Hyz5WGtLHlE Thank you for joining me on my martial arts journey, and in the exploration of all the ways we can perform better in life and ma…

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#35 - This Isn't What I Wanted 13:08

5M ago13:08

13:08

I’ve needed to simplify for a long time. I’m finally going to do it. Thanks for being here, and for listening. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/VxK4tRqFmUU Thank you for joining me on my martial arts journey, and in the exploration of all the ways we can perform better in life and martial arts. Check out my on…

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#34 - The Pain of Progress (vs Complacency) 30:50

5M ago30:50

30:50

Improvement requires growth, and growth requires taking risks and making mistakes. That last part—that’s the part we don’t like. We want improvement without the ugly stuff. We want improvement without the risk of failure and looking foolish. But we can’t have one without the other. Join me in this latest episode in a discussion of the importance of…

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#33 - Most Habit-Building Advice Is Wrong 12:50

9M ago12:50

12:50

Why is it so easy to create some habits but so tough to create others? The typical advice out there—practise something consistently over a certain period of time, such as 21 days—doesn’t always work. And when this seemingly reasonable formula doesn’t work for us, it can be incredibly demoralizing. It turns out that there’s an important piece missin…

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#32 - When Your Routine Becomes A Prison 11:20

11M ago11:20

11:20

Every martial artist knows that consistency is what gets results. If you want to kick ass at martial arts, you need to put in the reps on a consistent basis. But what people don’t talk about is the downside of consistency: that point at which your routine becomes a prison. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/5zy7…

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#31 - Creator Burnout Is Real 28:30

1y ago28:30

28:30

Creator burnout is real, and it’s pervasive. Join me in a discussion of YouTube burnout, and of the lessons I’ve learned from my own recent experience of burnout as a content creator. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/uuvZtCizZt4 Thank you for joining me on my martial arts journey, and in the exploration of all…

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#30 - Changing Your Story Can Change Your Life 15:57

1y ago15:57

15:57

Changing your story can change your life. When you change the narrative, you expand the limits of what you thought was possible for yourself. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/7mYVuxx0lXQ Thank you for joining me on my martial arts journey, and in the exploration of all the ways we can perform better in life an…

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#29 - Seven Dozen Eggs Have Taken Over My Life 8:07

1y ago8:07

8:07

Seven dozen plastic eggs have taken over my life. Here’s my story. Oh, and Happy Easter. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/sQrKR6UcCoQ Thank you for joining me on my martial arts journey, and in the exploration of all the ways we can perform better in life and martial arts. Check out my online courses here: htt…

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#28 - The FASTEST Way To Improve In Martial Arts 16:32

1y ago16:32

16:32

Do you want to improve faster in martial arts? Join me in this latest episode of The Karate Shrimp Podcast in a discussion of the key elements to improving in martial arts. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/Xx9zhyBoijA Thank you for joining me on my martial arts journey, and in the exploration of all the ways w…

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#27 - We Need More Compassion In Martial Arts 7:38

1y ago7:38

7:38

Far too many martial artists prioritize toughness at the expense of compassion. We want to be tough. We need to learn how to take a hit. Absolutely, these traits are valuable. But we also need to be able to meet people where they’re at, and this requires compassion. Join me in this episode in a discussion of the value of compassion and empathy in m…

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#26 - Your Thoughts Are Lying To You 3:37

1y ago3:37

3:37

“You’re not ready.” “You’re not good enough.” “You’re not worthy of your rank.” “You’ll never achieve anything.” These are just thoughts in your head. They mean nothing, and yet we get so caught up in these thoughts that they start to seem real. Join me in this latest episode in a discussion of the power of thoughts to shape our reality, and of how…

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#25 - When You Don't Feel Ready For That Belt Test 4:32

1y ago4:32

4:32

We don’t always feel ready to perform at a belt test, but often this is just nerves. But what if you honestly don’t think you’re ready to test? Would it be disrespectful to your Sensei to decline that belt test invitation? Join me in this latest episode in a discussion of belt test readiness, nerves, and respect. This was originally a video on YouT…

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#24 - Beyond Training Burnout 6:17

1y ago6:17

6:17

There’s a viewpoint online that taking breaks makes us weak as martial artists. But this mindset can cause far more harm than good. Join me in this episode in a discussion of training burnout. I talk about my own experience with overtraining in karate, and the importance of devising a training routine that is far more balanced and sustainable. This…

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#23 - We Can Use Jealousy To Our Advantage 10:10

1y ago10:10

10:10

Jealousy sucks. But if we’re willing to do so, we can use that jealousy to our advantage. Join me in this latest episode in a discussion of how we can take the power out of jealousy and use it to improve our lives as well as our abilities in martial arts. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/-HgMLWKGW3c Thank you …

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#22 - Why I Let My Kids Quit Karate 13:18

1y ago13:18

13:18

We don’t want to be quitters—nor do we want to raise our kids to give up easily—but sometimes quitting IS the right choice. Join me in this episode as I discuss my reasons for letting my kids quit karate, and what I learned about my kids—and myself—in the process. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/ct7mYpwvEdw T…

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#21 - How To Turn Failure Into Success in Martial Arts 3:41

1+ y ago3:41

3:41

Does failure actually make us stronger? Are mistakes the best way to learn? Join me in this episode in a discussion of failure in martial arts, and how best to learn from our mistakes so that we can move forward on our path to mastery. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/9mxiv8al2pM Thank you for joining me on my…

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#20 - Can Anger Help You Fight Better? 13:24

1+ y ago13:24

13:24

Is anger a good or a bad thing? Can it hurt us or help us? Can it help us perform better in martial arts, or does it weaken us and muddy up our thinking? Join me in this episode as I discuss the pros and cons of anger, and how best to use this emotion to solve problems and perform better in martial arts and the rest of our lives. This was originall…

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#19 - Think You’re Too Old To Start Karate? 2:57

1+ y ago2:57

2:57

Do you think you’re too old to start martial arts? Join me in this latest episode as I discuss starting karate in my 40s, and how liberating it can be to wear that white belt as an adult. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/lfgAYZv4r_s Thank you for joining me on my martial arts journey, and in the exploration of…

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#18 - Want To Be Great At Martial Arts? 1:53

1+ y ago1:53

1:53

If you want to be great at martial arts, focusing on the long, difficult path to get there can sometimes be discouraging. Join me in this latest episode as we discuss a different approach to achieving your martial arts goals. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/bUiDHdG3VjQ Thank you for joining me on my martial a…

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#17 - This Activity Will Change Your Life 8:30

1+ y ago8:30

8:30

Change is difficult. If you’ve been struggling with making a change in your life—whether in your martial arts training or diet or elsewhere—the activity we discuss in this episode will help. You’ll figure out the real reasons behind your struggle, and you’ll develop a greater understanding of what will drive you to make that change once and for all…

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#16 - How We Eat Matters 31:29

1+ y ago31:29

31:29

Are you struggling with your diet and/or eating habits? I’m here to help. Learn the foundational skills that will help you improve your relationship with food today. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/bDsrXjBXbDw Thank you for joining me on my martial arts journey, and in the exploration of all the ways we can p…

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#15 - How To Get The Results You REALLY Want 10:42

1+ y ago10:42

10:42

Are you ready to get results in 2023? Here’s an activity that can help you stop spinning your wheels and start moving forward towards greater levels of personal growth and self-improvement. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/ah5UCiRHJyA Thank you for joining me on my martial arts journey, and in the exploration …

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#14 - Just Get Up and Train 1:48

1+ y ago1:48

1:48

No more excuses. Just get up and train. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/76ow-vYHv0E Thank you for joining me on my martial arts journey, and in the exploration of all the ways we can perform better in life and martial arts. Check out my online courses here: https://www.thekarateshrimp.com/ You can also find m…

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#13 - How to Not Fail in the New Year 5:19

1+ y ago5:19

5:19

2023 is upon us. A new year and a new you! Join me in this episode in a discussion of the reasons why people typically fail with their New Year’s resolutions, and a better way to approach our goals so that we CAN achieve success in the new year. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/D9ToUgldD8M Thank you for joinin…

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#12 - I Lost All Motivation to Train 19:32

1+ y ago19:32

19:32

Have you ever struggled with motivation in your martial arts training? Join me in this episode as I share my story of how I lost motivation to train, and what I’m doing now to build it back up again. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/5i00rWEYMJQ Here’s the link to the study I talked about in this episode: https…

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#11 - Are You Okay? 21:12

1+ y ago21:12

21:12

So many people are struggling right now, and we need to support one another more than ever. Join me in this episode as I open up about my personal struggles and discuss the importance of connecting with one another and finding a healthy outlet for our pain. No one should feel alone. We are all stronger together. This was originally a video on YouTu…

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#10 - Do Martial Arts Actually Teach Humility? 8:03

1+ y ago8:03

8:03

Do martial arts actually teach humility? We talk a lot about being humble in the context of martial arts. We value it. We discuss it at the dojo. We emphasize its importance at belt tests and tournaments. But… is there anything inherent in the training itself that actually teaches humility? Or is humility moreso a byproduct of the training? Join me…

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#9 - Feeling Stuck After a Tournament or Belt Test 10:32

1+ y ago10:32

10:32

After the emotional ride of a martial arts belt test or tournament, we sometimes get caught up in our feelings and thoughts about the event. Whether we dwell on our mistakes or revel in our successes, we risk stagnating if we spend too much time focusing on these feelings about our performance. Join me in this episode as I explain a helpful activit…

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#8 - Getting Nerves Under Control in Martial Arts 31:03

1+ y ago31:03

31:03

Join me in this episode as I discuss a great technique for getting our nerves under control in martial arts. Whether we’re nervous about an upcoming tournament or test, or are feeling anxious about starting martial arts or getting back into it after time off, those nerves can get the best of us. This technique can help us reduce our nerves and get …

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#7 - Is Vengeance Really About Honour? 8:00

1+ y ago8:00

8:00

Is the desire for vengeance about honour, or does it speak far more to ego? Join me in my latest episode as I share my story of loss and my consequent obsession with vengeance. And of how that drive for revenge transformed over time, and surprisingly led to my healing. This was originally a video on YouTube. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/c92DoV0O…

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#6 - Are You Obsessed With Martial Arts? 9:41

1+ y ago9:41

9:41

We admire those who achieve greatness in martial arts, but we also envy them. They seem to be made of better stuff than us. But they’re not. They just didn’t give up. They committed to their path, and they made it an obsession. Many of us fear obsession, worrying that it will make us stand out and earn disapproval from others. But this is a shame, …

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#5 - Love Handles Don't Matter in Martial Arts 12:23

1+ y ago12:23

12:23

Something I adore about karate is that we never ever have discussions about how our bodies look underneath our uniforms. We don’t sit around the dojo and talk about how to get rid of cellulite or love handles. Our focus in martial arts is far more on the incredible things we can do with our bodies, rather than on whether we look good naked. Join me…

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#4 - A Better Way to Coach in Martial Arts 22:09

1+ y ago22:09

22:09

In this episode we look at two different coaching styles: coach- or teacher-centered, and student-centered. The first one we are all familiar with; the teacher who makes it very clear that they are in charge, who wants to be seen as an expert, and who expects their students to “do as I say because I said so.” This style of teaching might work well …

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#3 - Comparing Ourselves to Other Martial Artists 16:03

1+ y ago16:03

16:03

Do you ever compare yourself to other martial artists and feel like you don’t measure up? In this episode we discuss the dangers of comparison. We explore the fallacy of well-meaning phrases such as “If I can do it, you can do it too,” and “If you want it badly enough, you can make it happen.” We look at the role of our environment in shaping our p…

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#2 - Negative Thoughts & Bad Habits 40:41

1+ y ago40:41

40:41

In this episode, we discuss the interconnectedness between our martial arts training and other aspects of our lives, and then take a deep dive into the role that habits play in our training and our lives. We discuss negative thoughts and bad habits in particular, and explore how these habitual ways of thinking and behaving are formed, and what to d…

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#1 - Welcome to The Karate Shrimp Podcast 11:25

1+ y ago11:25

11:25

Welcome to the first episode of The Karate Shrimp Podcast. In this episode, you learn about me (Sabrina Bliem) and my background, and how I started my martial arts journey in my 40s as an outlet for grief over my mom’s cancer diagnosis. We discuss the topics you can expect to learn about on this show, and how the various aspects of our lives (our d…

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