This is a fun quote to contemplate. I find it very important in form, push hands and sword play. Many people are so invested in ’doing it right’ and trying to ‘get’ the other person they loose the perspective that the principles – for today – are focused on self reflection. In my humble opinion […]
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Sword – Forming the Striking Fingers
Striking Fingers When forming a fist, it is important to place the thumb outside the closed fingers and tucked away from the edge of the knuckles. We know this from experience… keep the thumb safe from getting caught or crushed. But, did you know that in the sword form, when using the striking fingers, of […]
Transitions and Rituals – 1
“Life Transitions are often marked with a ceremony or ritual. The very act creates a flow – a change in perspective and offers another vantage point.” By Wasentha Young (an excerpt from her Meeting with the Masters short story) The blade, made of stainless steel, was inserted into the brass hand guard with two brass […]
