Thanks to a fellow kendo dojo member, I recently started reading the life story of Yamaoka Tesshu (山岡 鉄舟, 1836-1888), a master swordsman, calligrapher and Zen Continue reading
Inspiration
A Furry Three-Legged Trooper Named Duke and Heijoushin (平常心)

I met and walked a three-legged dog named Duke with a friend a few evenings ago. He is a cool “dude.” He had lost Continue reading
Shinsa and Shiai – Quotes for Inspiration (Part 1)
Here’s some inspiring quotes for those preparing for a shinsa or shiai on the topics of:
- Preparation
- Practice
- Habits
- Success and Failure