Bullying – the Cause of the Columbine Massacre?
One of Eric Harris’ last journal entries read: “I hate you people for leaving me…
The Day of the Bee Sting
I was running for my life. I knew he was right behind me and would…
Giving Up – Getting All
“Perform every act of your life as if it’s your last,” the chief instructor said…
Who is the Enemy?
As they walked silently in the forest, the students from the Martial Arts for Peace…
Beginner’s Mind: The Test of Wisdom
Three students were sitting cross-legged on a hillside overlooking a wide, long valley. The sun…
The Beauty of Form
It was a stormy winter day with snow drifting up to the windows. A young…
The Simple Lessons of Water
The students were called together in the main hall. “Today you will learn a simple…
Zen and the Business of the Martial Arts
“Mastering others requires force; Mastering the self requires enlightenment. – Lao Tzu What does Zen…
When It All Seems Like It’s Just Too Much!
A man was walking on the beach, occasionally stooping over, picking something up, and placing…
What Do You Think About Bullying?
Let’s get right to the point. Everyone has his or her own personal story of…
What Do We Really Value in the Martial Arts?
There are many things we value in life. It’s sometimes difficult to get people to…
Respect – Martial Arts Manners
Why say, “May I,” “Please,” “Thank you?” Are they just words we’ve been taught to…