Tag Archives: Teens

Sparring & Sports vs. Self-Defense

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Alena Schaim

Many sports, at their root, undoubtedly were created to develop and practice physical skills that can also be used in real-life situations. The interesting piece is when we forget how to separate the game aspect of sports from the physical … Continue reading →

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Powerful Words: Verbal Strategies for Prevention

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Alena Schaim

I recently gained perspective on the importance of verbal skills while traveling internationally in areas where I did not speak the language. I am used to answering my own, infrequent “what would I do if…?” questions.  My response is typically … Continue reading →

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Empowering Youth to Prevent Violence

Posted on October 28, 2010 by Alena Schaim

A week ago I taught a Gay-Straight Alliance in Albuquerque. It was great timing, as they’d been talking about the “gay suicides” that have been all over the news. I felt for them – they’re so upset about what they … Continue reading →

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