“The science of today is the laughingstock of tomorrow.” -Stefan Aarnio Have you ever had that childhood friend who wouldn’t quit asking “why?” till you were ready to pull your hair out? As irritating as it was, there is a benefit that comes with incessant questioning. You could liken it to peeling back the layersContinue reading “Question everything #265”
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New To Golf Not To Mindset #264
Last week, I went to visit a long time friend of mine who turns 81 this year. He resides at a country club here in La Quinta during the fall, winter and spring months before heading back to Jackson, Wyoming for the summer. His wife and him have trained with me for over a decadeContinue reading “New To Golf Not To Mindset #264”
What is love? #263
If you were looking for a deep dive into what loves is, you will likely find yourself deeply disappointed. Rather you should think Will Ferrell classic “Night at the Roxbury”. I recently got a dog which as it so happens just sort of fell into my lap. For those who know me, there is hardlyContinue reading “What is love? #263”
The Mind of a Martial Artist #262
Recently I was on a security team for a well known organization, during which, I was positioned by another guard who asked me if I could explain the effectiveness of Jiu Jitsu in a street application with one or potentially more attackers. Since his question carried a deal of respect and humility I obliged. IContinue reading “The Mind of a Martial Artist #262”
Modern Day “Bushi” #261
In my last post I referenced the term Bushido which, has since occurred to me, deserves greater explanation. For those unfamiliar, the word “Bushi” represents samurai or one who was a member of a family community and who’s profession was a warrior. The word “dō” signifies “a way of life” hence the translation “the wayContinue reading “Modern Day “Bushi” #261”
Imperfect Goals #260
Have you ever had your mind set on a goal? Shedding a few extra pounds? Perhaps a “personal best” for the gym goers? Or maybe something less measurable like better relationships? Given that we are only a week and a half into 2022, it’s not a stretch of the imagination that many of us haveContinue reading “Imperfect Goals #260”
“The Prodigal Blogger” #259
It seems like forever ago when I chose to step away from this page due to family/life crises that befell me in April of 2021. Unbeknownst to me, these challenges would catapult me further in life and work than I could ever imagine. Fast forward to now, I am eager to jump back into theContinue reading ““The Prodigal Blogger” #259”
#258 Struggle of Life
“Do not pray for an easy life but the strength to endure a difficult one…” Those of us fortunate to spend enough time on this earth can recognize that life is about hardship and overcoming adversity whether we like it or not. Every day is a chance to develop our resistance to life circumstances soContinue reading “#258 Struggle of Life”
#257 Evolution is the Only Guarantee
After years of practice and effort towards mastery. It is always rewarding to look back on how much positive change has occurred between you and your former self. As a Martial Artist, what more could one ask for than to be alive and fully present as your most improved version.
#256 The Greatest Instructor
In Jiu Jitsu, as in life, every practitioner will eventually face the inevitable. Injury. While it is only natural to want to retreat into isolation and “lick your wounds” these are one of the art’s greatest learning experiences that will ultimately define you as a Martial Artist. While the severity of the injury may preventContinue reading “#256 The Greatest Instructor”
The Jiu Jitsu Way 