Beginner’s Mind
[Growing old post] In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s there are few. – Shunryu […]
Read MoreSMART Goals for a Better Year
Every new year I like to talk about setting and achieving SMART goals. Many people set new years resolutions like […]
Read MoreEveryday Practice
Our practices of Martial Arts and meditation are very special, not everyday experiences. We bring our best, highest selves to […]
Read MoreBeing Thankful vs Being Complacent
Every November I get very excited for Thanksgiving. Troubling historical context not withstanding, it’s my favorite holiday because I love […]
Read MoreWhy Practice Martial Arts?
We all have different reasons to practice martial arts and meditation. These reasons change as we grow in our practice. […]
Read MoreOvercoming Suffering
As Buddha said, life is suffering. This does not mean that suffering cannot be avoided or overcome, but rather that […]
Read MoreMental Strength at the Highest Level of Performance
Simone Biles and her mental strength made news with her recent withdrawal from competition at the Olympics. Many were disappointed, […]
Read MoreChoosing your Life
Choosing can lead to certainty. In Karate Kid, Miyagi Sensei drew the comparison between Daniel’s choice to practice martial arts […]
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