The Meaning of the Blue Belt (5th Kyu)
Karate . Training notesBlue is vast and pure, deep and clouded. The blue belt holds a dual meaning, this duality is intentional. First, the Blue Belt represents our physical abilities. Symbolic of the sky, the Blue belt serves as a reminder of the vastness for which we reach. As we grow, we reach towards the heavens feeling they
Are you mentally ready
Guest Posts . Self-DefensePreface: I was doing some file cleaning and I came across a guest article that appears to have been submitted around Aug 01, 2003. I can’t find the Carl’s contact information or the original message and I find no reference to this article in any Search results. So here it is for your consumption. I
Merry Christmas 2021
Events & HolidaysThis post takes a trip down memory lane and revisits the classic scene from the beloved holiday special, A Charlie Brown Christmas. In this scene, Charlie Brown laments the commercialization of Christmas and asks the poignant question, “Isn’t there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?” The post reflects on the deeper meaning of Christmas and the message of hope and love that it embodies. It encourages readers to pause and reflect on what Christmas means to them and to embrace the true spirit of the holiday season.
Merry Christmas Eve!!
Events & HolidaysMay the blessings of the season be with you. Have a Merry and Blessed Christmas!
10 Rules
State of Mind . Training notesWith great power comes great responsibility and hopefully a good dose of common-sense! I thought these were worth sharing during this Christmas Season. I shall never invite trouble through uncalled for looks, remarks, or actions. I shall make every effort to smile and talk, and not fight my way out of trivial situations. I shall
Breathing
Training notesAnyone that has been a student of mine knows my favorite word and technique, breathing! This skill is so often ignored or neglected. Students often do not see the value and cheat, sometime instructors do not understand of convey the importance. The following two quotes cover the essence of my teaching. “In the traditional Japanese
Meditation Point #134
A Zen Thing . State of MindAll of us are watchers;of television,of time clocks,of traffic on the freeway;but few are observers.Everyone is looking,not many are seeing. — Peter M Leschak
Sure Footing
Self-Defense . Technique . Training notesUnderstanding Body Mechanics is a powerful thing. Want to Impress Your Friends? Next time you are at a party, try this trick: Have a person hold one arm straight out to the side, palm down, and instruct him to maintain this position. Then place two fingers on his wrist and push down. They will resist
Resilient Life
A Zen ThingLife is amazing. This is really a simple statement of fact, at least from my perspective. Life is everywhere if you really look for it. Life is strong and persistent. Even in hostile environments we find life, we should not be surprised. Nothing gives its life freely or willingly, instead it fights and claws to
Happy Valentine’s Day America!
Events & HolidaysWhether you are alone or with someone it doesn’t matter, put Love in your heart and embrace the world. Happy Valentine’s Day!
