“Modern Ninjutsu” vs. Modernized NinjutsuTranslating the Art Without Losing the SoulBy Dai-Shihan Jeffrey M. MillerSomewhere along the way, the term “Modern Ninjutsu” became a catch-all for collections of techniques, buzzwords, and gear—a kind of tactical cosplay where throwing stars and stealth outfits are paired with Krav Maga drills and Instagram reels – or the art

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Modern Ninjutsu vs Modernized Ninjutsu – Translating the Art Without Losing the Soul

In this episode, we delve into the subtle yet critical distinction between offering genuine support and inadvertently enabling detrimental behaviors. We’ll explore how true independence empowers individuals to choose their engagements wisely, maintaining personal well-being while extending compassion. We’ll examine scenarios where the desire to help can become a trap, leading to self-sacrifice and compromised

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e262 – KUDEN! – Empathy With Edges: The Lines Between Helping, Enabling & Sacraficing Yourself

In this week’s episode, we’re looking at how the belief that “you have no choice” can quietly imprison even the strongest among us – how the illusions of limitation, born from habit, fear, or past pain, can create a mental trap disguised as reality. “Freedom Through Options” isn’t just a slogan – it’s the foundation

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e261 – KUDEN! – Freedom Through Options: The Self-Made Warrior’s Path

In this week’s episode, we’re looking at why every serious student eventually encounters hidden gates – points where distraction, ego, or social friction threaten to derail growth – where they are forced to choose between staying the course or leaving everything this Path could give them…behind. “Enduring the Knowledge” – another aspect of the Ninja’s

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e260 – KUDEN! – Enduring the Knowledge? The Hidden Gates to Mastery or Mediocrity?

Most people in leadership positions, and those seeking success in any endeavor try to cover their insecurities with success. But the greatest warriors – and the most effective leaders – understand this secret: True strength is built by transforming weakness into power. In this episode, we’ll explore a timeless Ninja strategy for overcoming fear, self-doubt,

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e259 – KUDEN! – Strength in Disguise – How a Ninja Turns Weakness into Power!

Most martial artists misunderstand ‘Kyushu’ as just “pressure points”. This leaves them open to believing that they’re primary focus is on pain compliance. In this episode, we’re going to break that myth wide open – taking a look at the true meaning of Kyusho in both self-defense and life. You’ll learn why relying on pain-alone is

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e258 – KUDEN! – Kyusho: Now What You Might Think and Why That’s a Problem

In the words of my teacher, Soke Masaaki Hatsumi: “Students move on too soon. They want the next technique but have not truly understood the first.” During this episode, I want to share a perspective that might make you question everything you’ve been told about ‘basics’… especially if you’ve already moved on from them. Because

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e257 – KUDEN! – KIHON: The Root, the Reflection & the Real Path!

Why Ninjutsu Training Offers What Sport and Other Conventional Martial Arts Can’t — And Why That Matters to You by Dai-Shihan Jeffrey MillerBujinkan Ninjutsu Master-TeacherInitiated Tendai-Mikkyo Lay-Teacher Why Ninjutsu? Why Now? Not all martial arts were designed for the same purpose. Some were created for competition, physical conditioning, or cultural preservation. Others, like Ninjutsu, were forged for

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Why Ninjutsu Training Offers What Sport Martial Arts Can’t — And Why That Matters to You

The Path Few Walk: Why Rank Doesn’t Equal ReadinessBy Dai-Shihan Jeffrey M. Miller“Most people don’t quit martial arts as white belts. But they stay white belts in mindset — for life.”I’ve been training and teaching for over 40 years. And I’ve seen it hundreds of times.Students with rank… who stopped evolving.Practitioners who confused skill with

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The Path Few Walk – Why Rank Doesn’t Equal Readiness