Why

October 27, 2026

You may be asking yourself, “Why does Elise need to do yet another thing?”

Honestly, I have no idea.

But through all of my experiences, I’ve realized that life is truly simple. Certain truths hold up no matter what you’re doing. Like gravity. Whether you like it or hate it, it affects you just the same.

life is truly simple. Certain truths hold up no matter what you're doing. Like gravity. Whether you like it or hate it, it affects you just the same.

Every once in a while, I have an epiphany. Something that’s been unclear suddenly makes sense, and I want the world to know.

This is one of those moments.

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This space is for sharing the little insights I’ve picked up along the way—the wins, the losses, and everything in between.

I hope something here helps you feel better prepared. Or, at the very least, helps you realize you’re not the only one going through what you’re going through.

I strongly believe everyone is stronger than they think. We’re all much more capable than we often recognize.

Maybe something I share will help you avoid a pitfall. Maybe it’ll simply remind you that the struggle you’re facing is common—and that it doesn’t have to mean everything is about to fall apart.

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Elise Reed

Martial artist, coach, and engineer by training. I write about what has worked for me and what I see on the mat.

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Elise Reed

I’m a martial artist, coach, and engineer by training. I fight in the UFC, serve in the Army Reserve, and run Kickside Martial Arts. This is where I write about what’s worked for me, what I see on the mat, and the stuff in between.

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