Facing the Double Edged Sword (EN & ES)

Solve conflict nonviolently using the art of karate. This book is for young people and adults who are passionate about the art of karate and want to explore healthy, nonviolent ways to handle conflict.

Karate isn’t just about physical skill; it’s a path to inner strength, discipline, and peace. Through exciting stories and valuable lessons, this book teaches how to harness the principles of karate to overcome conflict without resorting to violence.

What You’ll Learn in This Book:

• The Wisdom of a Karate Master: Discover how a great master uses ordinary objects, like an umbrella, to embody the true spirit of karate.
• How to Stop a Bully Without Violence: Learn effective, nonviolent strategies to deal with bullies and protect yourself with dignity.
• Finding Real Power: Explore what true inner strength looks like and how it empowers you in both physical and mental challenges.
• Fighting the Invisible Enemy: Understand the concept of “invisible enemies” like fear, anger, and ego, and learn how to defeat them through self-awareness and nonviolence.

For Adults Too! This book is an invaluable resource for parents, teachers, and counselors looking for humane, nonviolent methods to guide young people in resolving conflict. It provides:

• A Framework for Understanding Violence: Learn how to help young people understand the causes of violence and discover nonviolent alternatives.
• Skills for Conflict Resolution: Equip young people with practical, creative tools to handle conflicts in peaceful and effective ways.

Why Karate Matters: Karate isn’t just about mastering physical techniques—it promotes personal growth and teaches essential life skills, including:

• Physical Fitness: Build stamina, coordination, flexibility, and strength.
• Mental Focus: Cultivate alertness, self-control, and perseverance in everyday life.
• Intellectual Growth: Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Positive Attitudes: Instill kindness, respect, cooperation, and good manners—key qualities for a balanced and fulfilling life.

Empower young people to develop both physical and mental strength through the art of karate, while learning to handle conflicts peacefully and thoughtfully.