A Short Comparison: Shaolin Virtues vs. Confucian Principles

Both Shaolin virtues and Confucian principles are guiding lights for ethical conduct, but they stem from different philosophical backgrounds. Photo by Diana on Pexels.com Shaolin Temple, far from just a martial arts school, is steeped in the rich tapestry of Buddhist philosophy and is considered the cradle of Chan (Zen) Buddhism in China. This Buddhist…

Broken Bones and the Unbreakable Spirit: Lessons from 47 Years of Martial Arts

Daily writing promptHave you ever broken a bone?View all responses With 47 years under my belt in the world of martial arts, it's no surprise the question of broken bones comes up. Photo by Vlad Dediu on Pexels.com Across full-contact styles (Kyokushin and Sanda just to name two) and grappling disciplines (such as Jujutsu), I've…