Integrity is Everything
Among the practices I was introduced to in martial arts was a recitation at the …
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A View From Outside
It was one of those moments when I saw the practice with outside eyes. It …
A Serious Student
There are no pictures of Billy. He was easily the most reserved student in the …
Standing at Intention
“You must mean standing at attention” said Billy, with certainty. “No, I mean intention” his …
A Moment for Bowing
I can be accused of thinking for myself. That can be a revolutionary act, especially …
Baguazhang Saved My Life
I debated whether to title this post with such a grandiose statement. But the event …
Struggling with Discipline
I don’t know about you, but I have not always been the most diligent internal …
Values and Virtues
When I scan martial arts social media, I almost never see the things that are …
Traditional vs. Modern
Last year, I read an excellent post by Dr. John Painter in the Nine Dragon …