Tai Chi Seminar June 2026
I've been doing Tai Chi off and on for more than 20 years in support of my other martial arts, and now I'm coming back after a three-year break. Among the many reasons I've returned is because I need... ...more
Martial Arts ,Resilience &Health And Wellness
July 02, 2026•2 min read
Randy's Book Launch
I pre-ordered a digital copy of “The Timeline of Self-Defense” by Randy King and it magically appear ...more
boundaries ,Self-Defense &Martial Arts
May 05, 2026•1 min read
No Flow Without Frustration
“You’re better with tonfa than I was at your rank,” my Sensei recently said. “I think it’s a natural weapon for you.” “Natural? Remember my first day with them?” I asked, “How much I cried?” ...more
Martial Arts ,Personal Stories Mental Health Hygiene Resilience &Flow State
December 17, 2025•2 min read
Resilience is a Trainable Practice
Hey! Guess what? I’m going to be a guest on a podcast! My topic of conversation will be: “How to keep training through chaos—when your life and/or your body is falling apart.” ...more
Martial Arts ,My Black Belt Journey Personal Stories &Resilience
December 08, 2025•1 min read
Thanksgiving 2025
Normally I would write a post about all the wonderful things I’m thankful for this year. But honestly, 2025 was brutal. Two injuries to my right leg thwarted my plans for my martial arts and growing... ...more
Martial Arts ,Resilience &Failure
November 26, 2025•1 min read
This Wasn't Illness
I woke up feeling sick. My stomach ached, I felt hot, and my lower back hurt. I thought there was no way I could make it to my Kobudo (traditional Okinawan weapons) class. ...more
Martial Arts ,Personal Stories Mental Health Hygiene &Resilience
November 04, 2025•2 min read
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