Please pray for my family. We put our father on hospice yesterday. He's fought hard for the last 9 years after suffering a major stroke and is tiring. He and our mom are in a nursing home and the thought of her not having him by her side will be difficult -please give them both strength and comfort for what is to come on his journey Home.

Dr. Nancy Viscovich of SSM Health in Madison was in her early 40s when she decided to learn karate. Today, as a third-degree black belt, she says it’s never too late to pick up a new skill. She shares how she overcame her initial anxiety toward practicing martial arts. She also discusses the mental health benefits of taking on new challenges. Plus, she shares tips to increase your likelihood of success.