Most people assume they’ll rise to the occasion when danger strikes. You know, because of all the training they’ve done. But the reality Well, let’s just say that Karma can be a cold, uncaring, and unforgiving…b*tch! Based on one of the earliest lessons I received from Hatsumi-Sensei and reinforced by other master-teachers along the way,

Most people don’t realize just how much time and energy they waste – until it’s too late. This goes both for those who are too tense, as well as those who think they’re using ‘relaxed energy’. In a fight, in survival, in life itself…every fraction of a second, every movement, and every drop of energy

Most people think they understand Zanshin (enduring or lingering mind), but what if you’ve only seen half the picture – what if we only understand part of this skill? During this week’s episode, we uncover TWO sides or levels of Zanshin – the one everyone talks about and the one that determines survival beyond the

During this episode, we’ll be discussing the often overlook concept of Shugyo (‘Discipline’ / Continuous Training’), as-well-as the 3-phase traditional training framework passed down through many classical Japanese martial traditions: SHU HA RI, and how these two work together to produce Mastery. But what is being mastered – technique, self-protection skills, ourselves… what is being

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Have you ever found yourself wanting to quit something the moment things get difficult? Whether it’s a failed technique in training or a problem in life you’d rather avoid, failure and hardship are often seen as obstacles to success. But what if they are actually the key to Mastery & Success? In this episode, we’re

Welcome to 2025! This is our special New Year’s episode and, as such, we’ll be discussing several aspects surrounding this time of year – especially from the perspective of the traditional Chinese / Japanese way of looking at it, and what it means within the dual realms of warriorship and Life! During this episode, you’ll

In this episode, we’ll explore the transformative power of Kaizen, the Japanese art of continuous improvement, it’s connection to our Ninpo-Mikkyo’s Sanmitsu (“Triple-Secrets of Success”), and how this powerful tool for growth and progress can help you take massive control of your training and your life. You’ll learn how small, consistent steps lead to big

During this episode of KUDEN! Radio, we’re going to be taking a look at the first of several aspects and actions needed for Mastery in the Ninja’s arts which align perfectly with the Chinese zodiac animal and conditioning element of the coming year. We’ll also take a look at several very powerful quotes from Hatsumi