Dr. Kumu Michelle Manu

Metaphysician. Cultural Educator. Author. Speaker.

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A side profile action shot shows Dr. Michelle Manu, a woman with dark hair pulled back, in a martial arts pose. She is holding a long, light-colored staff vertically with both hands, positioned behind her. Her left arm is extended forward with her palm open, as if blocking or pushing. She wears a black tank top and patterned shorts, revealing a tattoo on her left shoulder. The background consists of several light-colored, gridded room dividers. A watermark "MICHELLE MANU MEDIA" is visible in the top left corner.
Dr. Kumu Michelle Manu JD, MMsc, PhD, is a multi-disciplinarian, metaphysician, public speaker and master martial artist. She is the Co-Founder of the Koa Wahine Retreats and Curator of the Warrior Women Exhibit at the Martial Arts History Museum in Glendale, California…
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A close-up outdoor shot of Dr. Michelle Manu, a woman with light skin and dark hair pulled back from her face. She is looking down and to her right with a serious expression. She wears a dark, possibly kukui nut, lei around her neck. Her bare shoulder with a faint tattoo and arm are visible in the foreground. The background is softly blurred with green foliage and bright pink flowers.
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