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Memoirs of a Grasshopper: Nocturnal Naha

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper. A few years ago, a friend asked me what I’d do if I had a million dollars. I didn’t have to think before answering – "I’d move to Okinawa, Japan to train under Grand Master, Morio Higaonna-Sensei". It was only later, that it dawned on me I didn't actually need a million dollars to pursue this dream. It has got me wondering though what's causing the insomnia? Sensei’s no exception. He trains late but is regularly up at dawn for zazen. The strange hours here certainly take a littl...

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper: “Each Technique... CONCENTRATE”

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper. A few years ago, a friend asked me what I’d do if I had a million dollars. I didn’t have to think before answering – "I’d move to Okinawa, Japan to train under Grand Master, Morio Higaonna-Sensei". It was only later, that it dawned on me I didn't actually need a million dollars to pursue this dream. 8220;Each Technique. CONCENTRATE”. Perhaps this is what Sensei’s referring to when he calls for ‘zanshin’. Click here for Español. Posted by Krista de Castella. I don’t know ho...

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper: Sensei’s Secret Techniqe

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper. A few years ago, a friend asked me what I’d do if I had a million dollars. I didn’t have to think before answering – "I’d move to Okinawa, Japan to train under Grand Master, Morio Higaonna-Sensei". It was only later, that it dawned on me I didn't actually need a million dollars to pursue this dream. Sensei’s Secret Techniqe. If you visit the Honbu dojo for some daytime training you may arrive to find the door closed and two rather large wooden clogs out the front…. Ok, so maybe ...

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper: Speedy Senses

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper. A few years ago, a friend asked me what I’d do if I had a million dollars. I didn’t have to think before answering – "I’d move to Okinawa, Japan to train under Grand Master, Morio Higaonna-Sensei". It was only later, that it dawned on me I didn't actually need a million dollars to pursue this dream. And if you think your awareness is pretty good, you can put it to the test:. There also great post this topic (and the awareness test above) on KungFu4Women. View my complete profile.

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper: Okinawan Secrets to Immortality... almost

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper. A few years ago, a friend asked me what I’d do if I had a million dollars. I didn’t have to think before answering – "I’d move to Okinawa, Japan to train under Grand Master, Morio Higaonna-Sensei". It was only later, that it dawned on me I didn't actually need a million dollars to pursue this dream. Okinawan Secrets to Immortality. almost. Men playing Go in Yogi Park, Naha. Centenarians for every 100,000 inhabitants), Okinawans have among the lowest levels. Have found that when ...

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper: Training in the Honbu Dojo

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper. A few years ago, a friend asked me what I’d do if I had a million dollars. I didn’t have to think before answering – "I’d move to Okinawa, Japan to train under Grand Master, Morio Higaonna-Sensei". It was only later, that it dawned on me I didn't actually need a million dollars to pursue this dream. Training in the Honbu Dojo. Karate Kenkyu Club (circa 1926). Left to right: Tokunori Senaha, Keiyo Madambashi, (two unknown), Chojun Miyagi, Seko Higa, (unknown), Seiko Kina. 3) Dail...

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper: Black-Eye Tamago

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper. A few years ago, a friend asked me what I’d do if I had a million dollars. I didn’t have to think before answering – "I’d move to Okinawa, Japan to train under Grand Master, Morio Higaonna-Sensei". It was only later, that it dawned on me I didn't actually need a million dollars to pursue this dream. Just wanted to share a little home remedy recipe for black eyes courtesy of Kuramoto-Sensei. Hard boil one large egg (or two if you've had an exceptionally bad night). Ikigai Bloggin...

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper: Goodbye Naha

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper. A few years ago, a friend asked me what I’d do if I had a million dollars. I didn’t have to think before answering – "I’d move to Okinawa, Japan to train under Grand Master, Morio Higaonna-Sensei". It was only later, that it dawned on me I didn't actually need a million dollars to pursue this dream. View of Naha from the Wall of Shuri Castle near Kozenji Temple. For now, I think I’ll end this entry with a short clip of an Okinawan folk song I’ve had stuck in my head ...Uuji no m...

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper: Dojo Kun - Lost in Translation?

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper. A few years ago, a friend asked me what I’d do if I had a million dollars. I didn’t have to think before answering – "I’d move to Okinawa, Japan to train under Grand Master, Morio Higaonna-Sensei". It was only later, that it dawned on me I didn't actually need a million dollars to pursue this dream. Dojo Kun - Lost in Translation? 1 Respect others 
. 1 Be courageous
. 1 Train your mind and body 
. 1 Practice daily and protect traditional karate
. 1 Never give up. Hitotsu –...

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper: Link to Memoirs of a Grasshopper

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Memoirs of a Grasshopper. A few years ago, a friend asked me what I’d do if I had a million dollars. I didn’t have to think before answering – "I’d move to Okinawa, Japan to train under Grand Master, Morio Higaonna-Sensei". It was only later, that it dawned on me I didn't actually need a million dollars to pursue this dream. Link to Memoirs of a Grasshopper. If you're interested in linking to my site, I've created a couple of banners that make things a little more interesting. Follow me on Twitter. Kolka...