What if discipline wasn’t about control — but care?

In this powerful conversation, Kaylee sits down with Master Sang Mee Ko, a sixth-degree black belt, martial arts school leader, and mom, to unpack what real strength looks like after motherhood. From running a family business to raising a confident child, Sang Mee shares how structure, empathy, and self-discipline can coexist — without burnout or rigidity.

This episode explores how motherhood reshapes leadership, why boundaries matter just as much as compassion, and how modeling self-respect teaches children more than words ever could. You’ll hear honest reflections on balancing legacy and family, redefining fitness and strength postpartum, and why “all or something” beats perfection every time.

If you’re a mom navigating exhaustion, leadership, or the pressure to do everything right, this conversation offers a grounded, reminder: balance is not stillness — it’s adjustment.

Reflection Question: Where could a little more structure bring you peace instead of pressure?

Follow Sang Mee @Sabum_mom on InstagramJoin her Dojang at World Martial Arts in Yorktown, VA www.kostkd.comStay in the know with the podcast @motheringholistically on instagram, Facebook and YouTube!Connect with Kaylee @Kayleeberlinee on Instagram and TikTok.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mothering Holistically

01:45 Master Sangmi Ko: Bridging Martial Arts and Motherhood

02:21 Evolving Perspectives on Balance and Leadership

05:42 Challenges in Teaching and Parenting

08:09 Balancing Family Business and Personal Life

10:43 Honoring Family Legacy While Seeking Balance

12:34 Experiences Over Material Gifts

16:17 Redefining Strength and Resilience in Motherhood

24:00 Parenting Reflections and Learning

26:11 Navigating Family Dynamics and Business

30:41 Communication and Respect in Relationships

37:10 Modeling Behavior for the Next Generation

42:18 Applying Martial Arts Principles to Parenting

46:30 Goal Setting as a Parent

50:32 The Importance of Pumse in Martial Arts

51:59 Planning for Parenthood and Personal Fulfillment

54:49 Modeling Balance for Future Generations

57:55 Understanding Rest and Recovery in Training

01:02:13 Leading with Gentleness and Strength

01:06:06 The All or Something Mindset

01:07:57 Mothering Holistically: Finding Balance

01:11:52 Thank you for watching!

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