Wenlido

When I was younger I couldn't wait to kick over the traces to my small community. It was way too small for my dreams. I was headed to the city. There were no fears in my heart only dreams of an exciting life. Winnipeg did not disappoint. It was there that I attended university, meet my hubby and had many great adventures.

When I moved from Winnipeg (population 702,396) to Greater Vancouver (population 2,132,800) I was charmed by its beauty and overwhelmed by its size. "Where the streets safe?" "What would I do if something happened?" These questions meant many sleepless nights. In an attempt to regain bliss I signed up for a woman's self-defense course. The class was great: run by a capable and caring instructor. The class culminated with the ultimate challenge: break a board with your hand. If I could do this nothing could stop me. If I couldn't do this I would surely break my hand. With the instructor's affirmations ringing in my ears I pulled my hand back. Down I swung. To my surprise, the board broke and my hand didn't. Several years later I still have that board.
'This technique, which translates as 'Women's Path of Strength' was developed in Toronto, Canada in 1973 by the Page family.'
Quoted from On the path of strength by Laxmi Murthy http://www.tribuneindia.com/2001/20010415/spectrum/main4.htm

It is known as 'Wenlido' in western Canada and as 'Wendo' in eastern Canada. Why? It beats me. For more info please check out this great site: http://www.wendo.ca/pages

Arm yourself against your fears.