Even today, many people do not recognize the sport of karate and do not actually give it the respect that it truly deserves. Many times when people say that they are in karate classes, or that they are taking lessons in the sport, they are ridiculed and embarrassed about the fact that they are involved. They feel as though they are being shamed since many people do not understand what they are doing.

What many people do not realize that to be able to do the high flying kicks and punches it takes much discipline and practice to be able to accomplish these feats. Therefore the people who are making un and are not actually participating in the events should be the ones who should feel ashamed for their unwillingness to try something different. It is actually about how you feel about yourself and not acknowledging the bullies and insensitive that are opposed.