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Focusing on the Process vs. Results for Shinsa and Shiai

May 7, 2018March 14, 2022kiai2 Comments

It is natural to focus on the “results” aspect of shinsa and shiai.  A pass vs. fail.  A win vs. loss.  Likewise for the outcomes of scholastic tests, courtships, applications, interviews, Continue reading →

Shinsa/ShiaiConditioning, Habits, Heijoushin, Programming, Shiai, Shinsa

Programming the Opponent – To Adopt Short-Term Conditioned Responses

April 12, 2018July 7, 2019kiaiLeave a comment

I came across an interesting technique while reading the book The Art of Learning – An Inner Journey to Optimal Performance by Josh Waitzkin [Waitzkin].  According to the bio, Continue reading →

How to Strike (a Hit or Ippon), Managing HabitsAwareness, Conditioning, Habits, Programming, Shiai, Strike Opportunity

On Fire in Shiai – An Anecdote on the Power of Music

March 26, 2018July 23, 2019kiaiLeave a comment

An old memory came to mind while watching some of the snowboarding events during the recent 2018 Winter Olympics.  I noticed how some of the athletes would rhythmically Continue reading →

StoriesMindfulness, Shiai, Shikai, Story

Shinsa and Shiai – Quotes for Inspiration (Part 2)

October 15, 2017July 7, 2019kiaiLeave a comment

Here’s some more inspiring quotes for those preparing for a shinsa or shiai on the topics Continue reading →

Shinsa/Shiai, Wisdom, QuotesQuotes, Shiai, Shinsa, Wisdom

Ways to Calm the Mind and Body for Shinsa and Shiai – Part 2: A Deeper Look

October 14, 2017October 1, 2019kiaiLeave a comment

In case the approaches described in “Ways to Calm the Mind and Body for Shinsa and Shiai (Part 1)” prove insufficient or ineffective, then there may be a deeper issue.  Continue reading →

Mind Management, Shinsa/ShiaiConditioning, Habits, Programming, Shiai, Shinsa, Therapy, Thinking, Wisdom

Ways to Calm the Mind and Body for Shinsa and Shiai (Part 1)

October 13, 2017May 23, 2020kiaiLeave a comment

Mizubasho2020SMany members of the dojo where I practice are preparing for shinsa.  A common challenge for them, myself and perhaps many on the day of a shinsa or shiai is the Continue reading →

Mind Management, Shinsa/ShiaiHeijoushin, Massage Therapy, Meditaiton, Mindfulness, Preparation, Shiai, Shikai, Shinsa, Soft Eyes

Shinsa Preparation – a List of Things to Work on and Keep in Mind

September 22, 2017September 24, 2021kiai2 Comments

Here is a list of things to consider in preparing for the keiko portion (実技 jitsugi) of a shinsa (promotion examination).   It includes steps that I have followed for past shinsa Continue reading →

Shinsa/ShiaiBody Development, Preparation, Shiai, Shinsa

Shinsa and Shiai – Quotes for Inspiration (Part 1)

September 22, 2017January 23, 2021kiaiLeave a comment

Here’s some inspiring quotes for those preparing for a shinsa or shiai on the topics of:

  • Preparation
  • Practice
  • Habits
  • Success and Failure

Continue reading →

Shinsa/Shiai, Wisdom, QuotesInspiration, Preparation, Quotes, Shiai, Shinsa

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  • A Table of Contents (Map of All Articles) (1)
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  • External Sites and Articles (5)
    • Translations by Imoto Sensei (1)
  • For Beginners, For Kids (14)
  • For Higher Levels (21)
    • How to Strike (a Hit or Ippon) (7)
    • Seme (14)
  • Mechanics (17)
    • Fumikomi (5)
    • Gripping the Shinai (7)
    • Techniques, Exercises (5)
  • Mind Management (51)
    • Managing Habits (13)
    • Meditation, Mindfulness (9)
    • Mushin, Flow-State (17)
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  • Shinsa/Shiai (10)
  • Stories (15)

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