Balance

Sometimes it can be tricky to balance our lives. Between work, play (kung fu), and family, we sometimes struggle to keep it all together and not feel like you are letting someone down. I reached a point recently where I realized that I needed to stop and reset myself so that I could actually be in a state that would allow me to take care of the people in my life, as well as perform my day to day activities. It’s important that we recognize when we need to reset, as well as when to accept help. Asking for help doesn’t make you weak. You need to acknowledge when you are at this point so that you are still in a position to do something about it. Life is about balance and Kung Fu has done wonders for me in finding it. (although I feel like I have missed a lot of it lately ironically). It’s a sense of purpose that fulfills me, and allows me to recharge and reset.

Not in the moment at the moment

I have been having some troubles staying in the moment lately, especially when it comes to my training. It bothers me a bit, as my training is something has always allowed me to focus and be in the moment. I know we all struggle with motivation at some point, and I guess my time is now. I do know, that while my heart isn't all there right now, it will find it's way home. I just have to keep plugging away, showing up, going through the motions, and at some point (hopefully soon) I will once again find myself in the moment.

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It's funny how sometimes you just have a realization about a technique. It hits out of the blue, and all of a sudden it makes sense. Yesterday found me in a state of wonder over my toyu stance in Tai Chi. I think I have been doing it wrong in my hips for the last 3 years. What? But it's a good thing when that happens. It gave me a sense of renewal, and a sense of wonder.

And I find it amazing too, what a good stretch can do for the psyche. Stretching your body is a wonderful thing and a good thing as well for the body. Good technique occurs when both the body and mind can work as one. Moving meditation has become very important in my life, and it grounds me in my training and at home.

Believe

 

 I believe that change begins with a single act...