Written by Sensei Mitch on April 11, 2023
Embracing Our Power for the Greater Good
Articles of Interest . Politics . QuotesDiscover how martial artists can embrace their power and responsibility for the greater good, drawing inspiration from powerful quotes and Catholic/Christian values. Learn about the numerous ways martial artists can use their skills to make a meaningful difference in the world, from offering self-defense classes and mentoring at-risk youth to advocating for peace, justice, and non-violent conflict resolution. Find your inspiration to stand up and speak out, making a lasting impact on the lives of others and contributing to a more compassionate and interconnected world.
Written by Sensei Mitch on April 7, 2023
Unafraid
A Zen Thing . Quotes“Karate is not a game. It is not a sport. It is not even a system of self-defense. Karate is half physical exercise and half spiritual. The karateist who has given the necessary years of exercise and meditation is a tranquil person. He is unafraid. He can even be calm in a burning building.”— Mas
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 11, 2023
Power-n-Justice
Karate . Quotes“Power without justice is violence, and justice without power is incompetence.” – Mas Oyama The quote by Mas Oyama emphasizes the importance of balancing power and justice in order to create a fair and just society. Without power, justice cannot be enforced, and without justice, power can easily become abusive and violent. This quote reflects
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 9, 2023
Practice Mindfulness
A Zen Thing . Articles of Interest . State of Mind . TechniqueDiving Deeper into Reward Before Work Makes You Kinda Jerk Series Practicing mindfulness is an effective technique for developing focus, discipline, and productivity, particularly for those who tend to focus more on rewards than the actual work that needs to be done. Mindfulness is a mental state characterized by awareness and attention to the present
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 4, 2023
Make Your Life Spectacular
A Zen Thing . Profiles . Quotes . State of MindRobin Williams – Make Your Life Spectacular Hollywood legend Robin Williams tells you how to make your life spectacular and why it’s all worth it in the end. Transcript: You know, as we come to the end of this phase of our life,we find ourselves trying to remember the good timesand trying to forget the
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 1, 2023
New Year’s Reflection
A Zen Thing . Events & Holidays . QuotesNew Year’s Reflection Laughter is enlightenment Anger is ignorant Crying is training – Mas Oyama
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 27, 2022
Real Fighting
Karate . Quotes“The heart of our karate is real fighting. There can be no proof without real fighting. Without proof there is no trust. Without trust there is no respect. This is a definition in the world of martial arts.” — Mas Oyama Life is about Trials and Achievement. While today people don’t want to admit this,
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 26, 2022
Courtesy
Quotes“Courtesy should be apparent in all our actions and words and in all aspects of daily life. But be courtesy, I do not mean rigid, cold formality. Courtesy in the truest sense is selfless concern for the welfare and physical and mental comfort of the other person.” ~ Mas Oyama “The martial way begins and
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 20, 2022
Do I call you Master?
Karate . QuotesMas Oyama’s answer to this question: “I should say that this is important, but you immediately refer to your teacher as a “master.” However, it is necessary to clearly distinguish between “master”, “teacher” and “senior”. I want you to remember well, but the first and second dan are “seniors”. The third and fourth dans are
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 13, 2022
The Secret
QuotesIt is the human role to take the thirsty cow to the stream. Whether or not a cow drinks water is a matter for the cow itself. So it may be my elder’s job to teach, but it’s your own problem to get stronger. It’s been said that the secret, secret was bestowed from long
