8 Top Tips for Bringing Out Your Inner Warrior
Every woman has a warrior within – whether she’s balancing motherhood, leading a business, or stepping into her own confidence as a young woman. Strength isn’t just about physical power; it’s about resilience, discipline, and the courage to face life’s challenges head-on. Through my journey as a competitor, teacher, and co-founder of the Female Empowerment Course, I’ve seen firsthand how martial arts and mindset training can transform lives. No matter where you are in your journey, these eight tips will help you unlock your inner warrior and step into your power.
1. Trust Your Strength – It’s Already Within You
Strength isn’t about how much you can lift or how fast you can run – it’s about how you rise every time life knocks you down. Whether you’re a mother juggling a million responsibilities, a businesswoman making tough decisions, or a young woman stepping into independence, know this: you are stronger than you think.
2. Control Your Breath, Control Your Life
Your breath is the key to mastering both your body and mind. Physiologically, controlled breathing regulates your nervous system, reducing stress, enhancing focus, and improving emotional resilience. A deep, intentional breath can shift your body from a state of tension to calmness, allowing you to think clearly and respond rather than react.
Whether you’re facing the pressures of a demanding career, the emotional weight of motherhood, or the unpredictability of life’s challenges, mastering your breath gives you control over your inner state. When you regulate your breathing, you regulate your emotions – empowering you to handle stress with grace, build confidence, and push through discomfort with clarity and strength.
Harness the power of your breath, and you’ll find that control over your life starts from within.
3. Know How to Protect Yourself
It’s better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it. Self-defence isn’t just about throwing punches – it’s about confidence, presence, and the ability to stand your ground, no matter your age, size, or strength. It’s about walking through life knowing you can protect yourself, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally.
Whether you’re alone at night, in an uncomfortable situation, or simply setting boundaries, self-defence gives you the power to say NO with certainty and authority. It’s about owning your space, trusting your instincts, and never feeling helpless.
Strength isn’t just in the body – it’s in the mindset. When you know how to defend yourself, you carry yourself differently. You walk taller, speak louder, and move through the world with the unshakable confidence that you are in control. Because your safety, your power, and your voice should never be left to chance.
4. Apply Warrior Mindset to Everyday Life
Martial arts teach discipline, resilience, and adaptability – qualities that are just as valuable in the office as they are on the mats. The way you handle stress, make decisions, and respond to setbacks all reflect your inner warrior. Train yourself to stay calm under pressure and tackle challenges with confidence.
5. Reprogramme Your Mindset for Success
Your thoughts shape your reality. The way you talk to yourself matters – self-belief is the foundation of success. Instead of saying, I can’t handle this, try I will find a way through this. Practicing positive affirmations, visualisation, and mental resilience can help you stay focused and push through obstacles. Whether you’re managing a business, raising a family, or building your future, a warrior’s mindset will carry you forward.
6. Surround Yourself with Strong Women
Every warrior needs a tribe. Find a community that lifts you up, challenges you, and supports you. Whether it’s a Jiu-Jitsu class, a network of businesswomen, or a sisterhood of mothers, being surrounded by other strong women makes you stronger.
7. Use Fear as Fuel
Fear isn’t the enemy – inaction is. Whether it’s speaking up in a meeting, taking a new career path, or stepping onto the mats for the first time, fear is often a sign that you’re about to grow. Instead of running from it, use fear as motivation to push forward.
8. Keep Learning & Keep Growing
A true warrior never stops evolving. Whether it’s learning new skills, improving your mindset, or exploring ways to enhance your well-being, growth is key to strength. Stay curious, stay open, and keep pushing yourself to new heights.
Finally, remember this: Bringing out your inner warrior is a personal journey, unique to you. There will be ups and downs, triumphs and setbacks. Through it all, be kind to yourself and celebrate progress, not perfection. I’m speaking from my heart when I say I believe in you. Every tip I’ve shared here comes from my own experiences – things that have empowered me and many women I’ve trained.
Our female empowerment course is about so much more than just self-defence moves—it’s about helping you believe in yourself, building your confidence, and embracing your inner strength. I truly believe every woman has a powerful core of strength and potential, and I’m excited to help you discover that. Our classes are warm and supportive, and we’ll celebrate every step you take towards feeling more confident and strong. I’m happy to be on this journey with you, and I can’t wait to see you in the next course. Come join us and let’s embrace your inner strength together!
DS Team Jiujitsu School – Brazilian Jiujitsu – BJJ – Auckland
Patricia Rodrigues de Souza
