As a martial arts school owner and instructor I often overlook the impact myself and other instructors have as role models on students.  Every action we make on and off the mat can have an impact on students.  As instructors we usually teach students techniques for self defense.  We overlook the opportunity to teach students [...]

“Life is like riding a bike. It is impossible to maintain your balance while standing still.”

” When you ASS-U-MEsomething, you are making an ASS of U and ME!”

Now, reflecting on my past usage of the sword, I see it was disgraceful, but having been taught a lesson, I now know that certain things may seem commonplace, but the reason for that is based in a deep tradition, and we should never forgot or violate that.