Time Spent Studying karate is valuable time
Time Spent Studying karate is valuable time
I have noticed that students, who make time for karate, seem to make time for all other things in their lives. Whether these activities are hobbies, family, education or even work, most good karate students tend to have a solid grasp on time management. Why?
First and foremost, karate students place a high value on life and making the most of every moment. This stems from an ideal that descends from the warrior and samurai classes of Japan. A Samurai new that they could be sent to their death at any time, so every moment was spent in the pursuit of perfection. This was not just perfection of skill with a sword, but also perfection of character and all other aspects of life that fill existence.
In our busy lives, every free second is precious. This is why we choose to use karate to enhance our lives. We must see the value and the good in all things that we do. It is crucial to know you are doing the right things even though your patience and physical abilities may be tested. This principle should not just be used in the dojo, but applied to every aspect of our daily lives.
There are always days where things don’t go the way we want them to. We have to go with the proverbial flow and not fight the obstacles that are in our path. These obstacles may present themselves in a variety of different forms, but we must work around them and continue moving forward. We must keep a positive attitude and be an example to others. The point is to never give up and always try our best. This is a common principle that is used in the teachings of Zen Buddhism.
Zen Buddhism is a way and a view of life which does not belong to any of the formal categories of modern Western thought. It is not a religion or a philosophy; it is not a psychology or a type of science. It is an example of what is known in India and China as a “way of liberation,” and is similar in this respect to Taoism, Vedanta, and Yoga. A way of liberation can have no positive definition. It has to be suggested by saying what it is not, somewhat as a sculptor reveals an image by the act of removing pieces of stone from a block.
- Alan Watts, The Way of Zen
"The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, nor to worry about the future, but to live the present moment wisely and earnestly."-Buddhist philosophy. Live in the moment you are in and experience it to the fullest. Life is way too short.
A Zen approach to life isn’t just about being calm and accepting and placid, it’s about experiencing things as they are, including pain, joy and even death. Experience the now and make the most of every second that you can. We must embrace the time that is spent with others. Sensei has always run his dojo with positive interaction between his students. This interaction is essential for the cultivation of productive long lasting relationships that exist between people. We as his students should take note of his example and note how beneficial it is to be kind gentle and good to others.
I would like to thank all of the students who have been coming out to all of our demonstrations and participating in our dojo’s activities that interact with the general public, specifically the park classes. It makes me very proud to be part of a group makes effective use of their valuable time by helping themselves through the act of helping others.
Make the most of the time you have. Time spent studying Karate is valuable time.
I have noticed that students, who make time for karate, seem to make time for all other things in their lives. Whether these activities are hobbies, family, education or even work, most good karate students tend to have a solid grasp on time management. Why?
First and foremost, karate students place a high value on life and making the most of every moment. This stems from an ideal that descends from the warrior and samurai classes of Japan. A Samurai new that they could be sent to their death at any time, so every moment was spent in the pursuit of perfection. This was not just perfection of skill with a sword, but also perfection of character and all other aspects of life that fill existence.
In our busy lives, every free second is precious. This is why we choose to use karate to enhance our lives. We must see the value and the good in all things that we do. It is crucial to know you are doing the right things even though your patience and physical abilities may be tested. This principle should not just be used in the dojo, but applied to every aspect of our daily lives.
There are always days where things don’t go the way we want them to. We have to go with the proverbial flow and not fight the obstacles that are in our path. These obstacles may present themselves in a variety of different forms, but we must work around them and continue moving forward. We must keep a positive attitude and be an example to others. The point is to never give up and always try our best. This is a common principle that is used in the teachings of Zen Buddhism.
Zen Buddhism is a way and a view of life which does not belong to any of the formal categories of modern Western thought. It is not a religion or a philosophy; it is not a psychology or a type of science. It is an example of what is known in India and China as a “way of liberation,” and is similar in this respect to Taoism, Vedanta, and Yoga. A way of liberation can have no positive definition. It has to be suggested by saying what it is not, somewhat as a sculptor reveals an image by the act of removing pieces of stone from a block.
- Alan Watts, The Way of Zen
"The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, nor to worry about the future, but to live the present moment wisely and earnestly."-Buddhist philosophy. Live in the moment you are in and experience it to the fullest. Life is way too short.
A Zen approach to life isn’t just about being calm and accepting and placid, it’s about experiencing things as they are, including pain, joy and even death. Experience the now and make the most of every second that you can. We must embrace the time that is spent with others. Sensei has always run his dojo with positive interaction between his students. This interaction is essential for the cultivation of productive long lasting relationships that exist between people. We as his students should take note of his example and note how beneficial it is to be kind gentle and good to others.
I would like to thank all of the students who have been coming out to all of our demonstrations and participating in our dojo’s activities that interact with the general public, specifically the park classes. It makes me very proud to be part of a group makes effective use of their valuable time by helping themselves through the act of helping others.
Make the most of the time you have. Time spent studying Karate is valuable time.
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