Paths of Transformation

For this posting, I conclude my series on the relationship between the Dojang Hun and the Three Relationships. continue reading…

I want to continue with my series of articles on how the Dojang Philosophy of Honor, Brotherhood and Service without Return relates to the Three Relationships of Self, Family and Community. This month, we will look at the connection between Brotherhood and Family. continue reading…

In my last posting, I began a discussion about the importance of bringing philosophy into action with an emphasis on the Dojang Hun and the Three Relationships. This month, I want to begin exploring how these two philosophies relate to each other. The former is the Dojang Philosophy of Honor, Brotherhood and Service Without Return (“Doing Things for Others” in the children’s classes). The latter is a framework for exploring the primary connections of our life: Self, Family and Community. continue reading…

In the Dojang, philosophy is central to our study and practice of martial arts. Asian martial arts have deep roots and associations with Buddhism and Taoism. Because of this, an important part of training as a “Path” is to see relationships between the study of your art and the living of your life. As you learn about Mindfulness-being centered and present-in the context of martial arts, you will also see how you can extend those lessons to the rest of your life. continue reading…