Archive for May 2015
Progressive Use of Martial Arts Skill and Force : TKF 51
Posted on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 6:10 AM by Sifu TW Smith the site author">Sifu TW Smith
I was preparing a podcast to share a technique that is used in most
Martial Arts. During the research I became acutely aware of how much of
the martial arts movies, magazines and pictures illustrated one combat
scenerio, one person relentlessly pounding away on another.
Chinese Martial Arts training is wonderfully rewarding. The pursuit of kungfu in not only the skills and techniques, but how to apply them. It is not a hammer that you need to be afraid to pick up, or is it one that gives you the right to clobber.
Announcements
Nick Wright : Choy Li Fut Academy in Vista, CA
Jean Rowe earned her Certification in the Reeling Silk TaiJi and QiGong Program
Awesome Bone Marrow QiGong Workshop
Main Topic : Teaching how to use skills and force in Martial Arts
There is no problem if circumstances call for it, to take a combat
engagement to a deciding finish or even use lethal blows if necessary,
but there are several stages before it comes to that.
So, I jumped on my soap box and started researching to demonstrate with true strories..
Two Questions on the Extremes of Having Martial Arts Training..
Question 1 : When would having martial arts training would benefit you
to stay out of trouble?
Question 2 : When would having martial arts training cause you to get into trouble?
The solutions vary from Law Enforment, Military, Para-military, Sports or even as common as being a teacher.
Mentioned in the Progressive Use of Martial Arts Skill and Force Podcast
Story of A Teacher that struggled subduing a teenager
2013 Public Schools Acts of Violence and Crime Report
TKF Podcast #41, Recognizing a Bully.
TKF Podcast #15 : “When is De-esculaton Over”, the youtube video/slideshow version is there too.
Original Artwork : US Marine Corp Combat
Edited on: Wednesday, September 23, 2015 12:09 PMPosted in Podcasts , Self Defense
10 Habits to Train Worry to Work for you in Life and Martial Arts : TKF 50
Posted on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 7:50 AM by Sifu TW Smith the site author">Sifu TW Smith
During the past 2 weeks we have had 5 students go through major life
changes.
Decisions about job offers from competitors.
Employment status changes.
Relationship status changes.
Diagnosis of health conditions.
First, folks that recently connected with us
Tai Chi Chuan Europe @TaichichuanEU
Applied Awareness @time4meditation
Richard Malone @kung_fu_panda73
Lee Davey @bennywaffle
Cherokee Whole Health connected with us.
Turning Worry into a useful emotion.
All of these circumstances stimulate worry. Worry is One of the Seven basic emotions, and it is also a protective emotion, so we don't want it shut off, but we don't want it running wild either.
In todays podcast :
The old teachings and modern research on the Emotion of Worry.
Already Induced Worry :
For Children and Adults
4 techniques that will not work, ever
3 techniques that can bring someone from thick worry.
Professor Cohen discusses in his book:
The
Opposite of Worry: The Playful Parenting Approach to Childhood Anxieties
and Fears
How to recognize when your worry has gone to far
Prevention of Over Worry.
Recognize the difference between Worriers and Handlers
10 Habits that Handlers have.
How Does Worry Show Up in Your Martial Arts?
What is its Effect?
Listener Comments
Shortly after I posted this podcast, a listener messaged me :
I just finished listening to the last Tibetan Kung fu episode about worrying. Best episode I've heard so far. It came at just the right time in my life and I appreciate it. Well done and thank you.
I will refer to three different Professors who study the emotion of
worry for a living.
Most recent studies with real life testing.
Old teaching and how it hasn't changed a bit tody.
Amanda Chan : Dr. Moser and Dr. Purdon in Huffington Post Article
Article : Psychology Today
The
Opposite of Worry: The Playful Parenting Approach to Childhood Anxieties
and Fears
Permission Requested on Original Artwork by Sylok
Edited on: Wednesday, June 03, 2015 5:05 AMPosted in Podcasts , Style: QiGong
Recommendations and Testimonials
Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 1:38 PM by Sifu TW Smith the site author">Sifu TW Smith
“Dear Sifu TW Smith,
My name is Paul and I've been listening to your podcasts, Tibetan Kung Fu and KungFu Podcasts, for about a month and a half now. I've kept up on recent episodes and have gone back to some older ones in the archive when I found some time to do so.
I really enjoy your show and it's been nice to hear someone talk about martial arts in the way that you do. It's particularly nice to hear you talk about how the lessons of the martial arts apply to aspects of your life outside of training as well as the philosophical subjects you cover. Your voice fits very well with podcasting. I really enjoy your shows and want to encourage you to keep up the good work. The positivity of your shows is truly inspiring."
Paul
"Wow, I can't praise enough. I found these today and feel like I hit the jackpot. Sifu Smith, what a generous service you are providing. Beyond the wisdom and compassion you convey, the fact that you are providing these through a non-cost podcast conveys even more to me. It's not so easy to find consistent and high quality instruction or content for free. Practically nothing is free anymore. What I have learned already is invaluable, so thank you, thank you. You are a good person and a good representative of what you teach."
Listener Messaged me about the "10 Habits of Worry Podcast"
I just finished listening to the last Tibetan Kung fu episode about worrying. Best episode I've heard so far. It came at just the right time in my life and I appreciate it. Well done and thank you.
Jeff Mak wrote in to Introduce himself
Hello Mr Smith,
I'm contacting you for two reasons. First is to tell you I've recently discovered your pod cast and enjoy it. I appreciate your efforts and the way you approach the topics you cover.
I practice Kung-fu San soo, it's proper name is Tsoi, Li, Ho, Fut, Hung; however San soo is the commonly used short hand. I've studied for several years and I currently live and practice in eastern Idaho. I also practice Cheng Man Ching style Tai Chi as well as sitting meditation. There is a young man who has been coming to the kung fu studio who is very new and whose parents and he are moving to North Carolina. At this time I don't know what city or town. He is hoping to find a place to practice and I am suggesting to Parker that he seek you out.
Thanks again for the podcast.
Salute, Jeff Mak
St. Augustine University, after our Bagua and TaiJi Presentation
Thank you so much for coming over yesterday. The feedback was that your company was excellent and that we would love to work with you in the future. We would be willing to pay a fee for your services. The kindness and professionalism that your company showed to our university is highly appreciated. The students are going to do a special acknowledgement to your company on their video presentation. Thanks for the Facebook post and acknowledgement on Twitter. I know I said it before, but you are Awesome! Thanks again for all of your help. I look forward to working with you in the future. - Professor Angelique Rand
Hi, I just wanted to leave a message and say how much I'm enjoying listening to your podcast that you produce. I will be sharing this podcast with my son and daughter, so that they may benefit from the gift you're sharing with others. I'm working on moving my family to Raleigh in the near future and would love to start training under your instruction. Again, thanks for making the effort in producing such a valuable resource. Sincerely, - Email from Mr. Davis in Rocky Mount, NC 2/2/2015
Hey Sifu! Hope you've been doing great and everyone at the kwoon. It's been a long time but I wanted to drop you a text to say thanks for planting many resilient seeds years ago.
They are still growing and have been helpful tools in the development of my personal life kung fu. I use that term, not in a martial sense, but I hope to at some point, with the proper mindset, have the opportunity to learn the martial aspect in depth as a part of it.
I'm not going to say that Im coming by at any point soon because I don't know. Life is fluid and Ive learned that when I intend to do something it's better just to do it rather than talk about it lol. Best wishes to you and everyone on your end. - Jon
Email from Jon 1/25/2015
Email I received Oct 10, 2014:
Hi Sifu,I wanted to let you know that having the Private Kung Fu family area is an invaluable resource for me. Today, it helped me get through a tough moment of anger/irritation.
So now, I have posted with you, remembered to breathe, and calmed down enough where I can stretch-out, relax, and continue my evening without the anger that was brewing. I still feel a little dirty from the anger, so I'm heading back to the park (had a 2 hour fun practice earlier today) to do some Taoist elemental posting.
Thanks for putting all these things together. You are literally helping to save lives.
Respect and love,
Travis
Autumn
Hawke Long Facebook Page October 5 at 8:43am : Regarding the Push
Hands Workshop
Feedback from the group was all very positive. We
will work on relaxing and come back again. Great way to start the day!
8/15/2014: Leah after BaGua Class sent us an email
"Kat,
Please tell everyone thank you for Saturday. I always leave feeling appreciative of the welcoming atmosphere at the Kwoon. Very refreshing and happy that I can look forward to the next time."
8/10/2014: Author of 5 Star Amazon Book : "Baggy Pants Weightloss Author" Acknowledges Sifu TW Smith and Mr. Chris Knox in his new book.
8/2014: Question We Recently Received:
"My Dad is 76 years old and lives in Wilson with his wife. Both would benefit from Tai Chi and seem to be curious about it. Does your school have a Tai Chi component that seniors would enjoy? I'm trying to find a program to get them started in. But it needs to be very calm, low pressure etc (I've seen some very paradoxical approaches to teaching Tai Chi; my folks need very friendly and laid back, likely with no tests, etc)." Our Response : "Our atmosphere is relaxed and I respect the care you are taking for your family. Let me know and we will meet you soon."
Email from South China
Sifu Smith, My apologies for the late response. I have been traveling the last month and just returned home. I really enjoyed checking out several articles on the kung fu podcast and reading about your background and heart for the treasures of life and the Chinese martial arts. Very cool. I appreciate your willingness to share a little about our efforts through our for purpose company. If you believe what we do will be interesting and encouraging to those who view the podcast I would be glad to write something up or answer any questions you may have. I am currently in SE China so my responses would be slightly delayed because of the difference in time. Thank you for your contributions to helping people live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Blessings, Shifu Stan Pawolaski
08/25/14 7:33 AM, James Joslin wrote from Linkedin: "We are glad you are around, Sifu. You have helped a lot of people."
Stephen's Text / Friday, August 22, 2014 : "Good morning Sifu! I just discovered your podcast recently. I have been listening. You are doing an amazing job. I listen to many podcasts and yours is one of the best - and the best for me as far as content. I appreciate you taking the time to share with us in this way. Even though I am out of shape and practice, I would like to come in sometime if you have the time."
Bruce K. sent me this email: "I want to thank you for the introductory class. It was great! I've been practicing what I learned that day."Edited on: Wednesday, January 06, 2016 8:35 AM
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Circulation is an Essential Function for Anything to Live : TKF 49
Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 7:02 AM by Sifu TW Smith the site author">Sifu TW Smith
Todays Martial Art and QiGong Podcast :
Listener Writes in an Introduction
Announcements
Awesome Sat Practice
The function of Circulation
Announcements
Mr. Borel will start a Kungfu Exercise Class on Monday, June 1st at 6:30
Saturday Practice : Excellent, a couple of senior students led through qigong, then foundation Hsingi / ichuan, a blend of movement and stillness, then 20 minutes of individual meditation time (quiet with a 10 minutes split), then I led through another 15 minutes of visualization / story meditation..
Bobs Multi-Assailant program is being converted to PDF for Content Members
More...
Listener Writes
Hello Mr Smith,
I'm contacting you for two reasons. First is to tell you I've recently discovered your pod cast and enjoy it. I appreciate your efforts and the way you approach the topics you cover.
I practice Kung-fu San soo, it's proper name is Tsoi, Li, Ho, Fut, Hung; however San soo is the commonly used short hand. I've studied for several years and I currently live and practice in eastern Idaho. I also practice Cheng Man Ching style Tai Chi as well as sitting meditation. There is a young man who has been coming to the kung fu studio who is very new and whose parents and he are moving to North Carolina. At this time I don't know what city or town. He is hoping to find a place to practice and I am suggesting to Parker that he seek you out.
Thanks again for the podcast.
Salute, Jeff Mak
Circulation is an Essential Function
All things that are defined as being 'Alive' have an essential function called 'Circulation', in Biology it is referred to as the Transport system, as things are moved from one place to another.
Circulation is essential to more than flesh and blood of creatures. Your mindset and learning has to circulating to be alive. Transporting knowledge, skill and understanding from Sifu to student, and then students to students. Many systems and students prefer a 'spoon fed' system. Without the circulation. When the spoon is gone, the student withers away.
Edited on: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 11:06 AMPosted in Podcasts
How does the Natural Law of Dispersion Effect Your Life and Martial Arts : TKF 48
Posted on Wednesday, May 06, 2015 at 6:15 AM by Sifu TW Smith the site author">Sifu TW Smith
Episode 48 is jammed with content..
Updates :
Visit to St. Augustine University where we did Bagua and Tai Chi Demo to support their 'Study Abroad' program.
Bob reported in on his Multi-Assailant Program
A Friend Makes an Appearance :
Iain Abernethy is one of the most respected Karate experts in the world. He is one of the people that organically discussed Karate Martial Arts with the same practical concepts as Kung Fu was taught to me.
Since then he and I have become friends and in Podcast of Tibetan Kungfu : Episode 46, one of my listeners asked a question about Judo and Aikido. I gave my thoughts along with Lori O'Connell at Pacific Wave JuJitsu, but Iain was out of country..
Well, when he got it, he sent me his audio recording to play for you.
Latest Workshop Updates
Application Work on QuangPing Martial Arts, the Fighting Style taught by Kuo Lien Ying. We been working on Choke Throws, Folding throws and Applying Wind Blows Lotus Leaf
The Natural Law of Dispersion
Throughout this planet things move from a greater concentration to a low concentration, by ANY MEANS NECESSARY
In every form of medium:
Thermodynamics - Law 1 - Heat moves from hotter to cooler, everytime, even if there nothing there except empty space.
Liquids - Diffusion and Osmosis
Gases - When you light a scented candle, and shortly after the whole room carries the scent.
In our lives, common statements,
'You will become the
average of the 5 people you hang out with the most.'
'Guilty by association',
We all instinctively know that if you hang out with knuckleheads, it is going to 'rub off' on you.
In Martial Arts
The character of a school, the context of what it is going to teach is of greater concentration, the students absorb said qualities. You want to make sure that they match up with what you want to learn, combat, sport, health, lifestyle, or show for examples..
But make no mistake about it, Energetic Dispersion travels, it can lead to a circulatory effect, where exchanges begin to occur and a whole system of motion is underway.
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