Negligence is an extreme thing.
-Yamamoto Tsunetomo
-Yamamoto Tsunetomo
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Dokkōdō - The Way of Walking Alone
1. Do
not stubbornly rebel against the ways of the world.
2. Do
not seek pleasure for its own sake.
3. Do
not rely upon any half-hearted feelings.
4. Think
lightly of yourself and deeply of the world.
5. Remain
detached from desire.
6. Do
not regret what you have done.
7. Never
be jealous.
8. Never
let yourself be saddened by a separation.
9. Abandon
resentment and complaint.
10. Do
not let yourself be guided by the feeling of lust or love.
11. Disregard
your personal preferences.
12. Accept
your dwelling and living conditions.
13. Do
not pursue the taste of good food.
14. Do
not cling to possessions you no longer need.
15. Do
not mindlessly follow the ways of the world.
16. Do
not become obsessed with weapons or fighting.
17. Do
not fear death.
18. Do
not accumulate goods and riches for your old age.
19. Respect
Buddha and The Gods, without relying on their help.
20. You
can abandon your own body, but you must preserve your honor.
21. Never
stray from the way.
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Private Lessons
For students interested private training here is the schedule:
Saturdays 6:00am-7:00am, 7:00am-8:00am.
Cost is $15.00, we'll meet at the Orem Recreational Center. If you have any questions please email me at jsorensen@toyamaryu-usa.com.
Honbu Dojo - Tameshigiri Workshop
The honbu dojo held a sword workshop at the Toyama Ryu Tsukiyomi Shrine. Check out all that bamboo they cut!
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Swami Vivekananda
“In a conflict between the heart and the brain, follow your heart. ”
-Swami Vivekananda
Friday, January 27, 2012
Clear your mind!
When I feel stress, anxiety, or simple have too much going on in my head, I have discovered over the years that kata is a great way to clear your mind. Begin your kata by sitting in seiza, then picture the kata you are about to perform in a real scenario.
Now, perform the kata slowly as each step is followed by appropriate breathe and every movement meaningful. Your stance is strong and your cut perfect. After the visual, while breathing deeply in seiza, stand and do the kata a few times. If you still feel stressed, please repeat.
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