SUMMARY In this episode, Kapki-Yukwonsul Todd Miller shares his extensive journey in martial arts, spanning nearly 40 years. He discusses his early influences, including martial arts films, and how he began training in Taekwondo before transitioning to Hapkido. He reflects on his transformative experiences training in Korea, the challenges he faced in teaching during economic downturns, and the importance of character and discipline in martial arts. He emphasizes the value of continuous learning and the camaraderie found within martial arts communities. Lastly, he also shares his aspirations for the future and encourages others to embrace their own martial arts journey. TAKEAWAYS Todd Miller has been training in martial arts for almost 40 years. His journey began with a fascination for martial arts movies like Billy Jack and Bruce Lee films. He started training in Taekwondo before transitioning to Hapkido. Training in Korea was a life-changing experience for him, exposing him to a different culture and training style. Todd emphasizes the importance of character and discipline in martial arts training. He faced challenges in teaching during economic downturns but remained resilient. Todd believes in the importance of continuous learning, even after decades of training. He values the camaraderie and kindness found in martial arts communities. Todd's current focus is on Hapkido and sharing his knowledge with students. He encourages martial artists to walk their own path and embrace the journey. To connect with Todd Miller:
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