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...
10 Universal Laws of Warrior Code
The Ten Universal Laws of the Warrior Code:
1. Pay Attention. Stay in the present. It’s the only place anything real is happening.
2. Take Responsibility....
A Glimpse of Manhood
For the first time in my life it occurred to me that a man was not just a taller, older boy. A man had...
I Know Who You Are Little Boy
C’mon Man … I know who you are
I know who you are because I've been you.
I see the veins popping from your neck. I...
Teacher of Teachers Dr. Maung Gyi
For martial arts legends, martial arts is a journey of ego, but controlled ego, if trained under the right teachers, very special teachers like Dr. Maung Gyi.
With Each Breath
Preface: After writing, Tang Soo Do Karate and Toughen-Up for Chuck Norris I began writing short stories that reflected actual experiences in my life. But, before publishing them I...
Living Lessons: To Be Honest in Little Things is no Little Thing
When I have time, I often tell a story to help my students understand the importance of honesty. This is my favorite one.
Enjoy Life Because of What You Bring Into It
Enjoy life because of what you bring into it rather than expecting life to supply the enjoyment for you.
Early morning on a trip through...
Purpose or Direction
Your problem is that you simply have no purpose or direction”.
One day when I was living in California I realized I had piled way...
Living Lessons: To Be Offended Or Not To Be Offended
I was recently in Australia with my daughter. We had great time doing a series of seminars. In the middle of the trip, we...
Living Lessons: Brief Moments of Clarity
Brief Moments of Clarity was born of author Dave Kovar's ongoing quest to learn how he could be at his best - emotionally, spiritually,...
Understanding The Value of Positive Daily Rituals
There is an old saying that goes, “Take care of the days and the years take care of themselves”. This quote is as true...
Helping Kids Understand the Value of Discipline
Dr. Robyn Silverman - Author, Speaker, Child/Teen Development Expert and creator of the Industry's number one personal development / life skills / character education...
Dave Kovar: I Bring Value to All My Relationships
At Kovars Satori Academy, we practice what is referred to as the Mastery Mindsets. These are nine “power affirmations” designed to keep you in...
Carrying A Burden
Two monks were returning to the monastery in the evening. In that time when monks traveled they did so in pairs and were forbidden...
The Value of Courtesy for Children
Dr. Robyn Silverman - Author, Speaker, Child/Teen Development Expert and creator of the Industry's number one personal development / life skills / character education...
