Put Off Thy Shoes…
In the world of Martial Arts I've heard a lot of reasons why we remove our shoes before we go "on the mat". Now,...
One Breath Away
I couldn't see why anyone would visit someone who was at home sick in bed. They need their rest, the peace and the quiet....
Who are the most unhappy people? asks Shihan Mikio Nishiuchi
Another gem of wisdom from Shihan Nishiuchi
I have had the privilege of being a Kobudo and Iaido student of Shihan Mikio Nishiuchi for nearly...
Dr. Robyn Talks About Fairness and More
Dr Robyn discusses empathy, fairness and integrity. What is fairness? What is the relationship between empathy, fairness and integrity. What doe it mean to...
It’s Courage That Counts
The late John Wooden said, "Success is never final, failure is never fatal. It's courage that counts."
Today I saw courage in a way that...
The Image Was Me
When I stepped up to the bar it all came clear, I really forgot. In the mirror behind the pretty little bartender I saw...
The Principle of Flow and its Hidden Meaning
Baseball and The Principle of Flow
This week we celebrated a birthday of one of my favorite student’s, Justin Ray Harvey. It’s significant because Justin...
5 Tips for Disciplining an Emotional Child
Parenting and disciplining an emotional child who tends to become easily overwhelmed, emotional or sensitive can pose a great challenge to parents. Parents may...
The Wade’s of Russell Springs
You never know who you're talking with when you're talking to a child. They may be a professional athlete some day, the one who...
Kung Fu Panda and the Brooklyn Monk
“Your training is a lonely war.”
When you train, you battle yourself. You wrestle your internal demons forcing your mind and body to bend. We...
Don’t Settle Strive
At first glance, "don't settle strive" could be interpreted to mean ...Don't ever be happy with where you're at....always want more......get a bigger piece...
The Elephant and the Blind Students
Once upon a time there were three blind students, who were martial artists. Each of them diligently studied their styles of fighting and each...
I’m A Better Person After You Leave The Room
I am fortunate to have a great relationship with my two children. Although they are well behaved and respectful when they should be, there...
Quick Rappel with a Bowline Knot
Rappelling is a ton of fun. But what if all you have is a rope and the knowledge of how to tie a bowline...
DIY Solar Powered Radio
Want to convert a battery powered radio to solar power? This homemade solar powered radio is an easy Do It Yourself Project . First buy the...
Get Enough Rest
A health tip that is often overlooked ....Try to get enough rest.
It is amazing to me how so many of us (myself included) take...