Archive for July 2017

MORAL CHARACTER WITH EMMA

Moral character is important for all ages. This time, I interviewed a teen regarding the Dojo Kun. Emma is 13 and has trained in traditional karate for two years. In addition to working hard at the dojo, she is a thoughtful and well-spoken honors student. J: Emma, thank you for being willing to talk with…

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On Controlling Yourself, with Braden

Five-year-old Braden is a wise young man. Here we discuss Dojo Kun number five: controlling yourself, and finish his Dojo Kun interviews. (Earlier, he talked about 1: trying to be good, 2: telling the truth, 3: not giving up and 4: being nice.) J: Braden, what is Dojo Kun number five? B: Cultivate per’verance or…

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On Being Nice, with Braden

Braden has a lot to say about being nice. That’s how he talks about Dojo Kun number four. (Last time, we talked about Dojo Kun number three and not giving up.) J: Braden, can you say Dojo Kun number four? B: Develop a respectful attitude. J: What does that mean? B: Treat others how you’d…

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On Not Giving Up, With Braden

Last time, Braden and I discussed Dojo Kun number two. Today, we’ll discuss not giving up and Dojo Kun number three. J: Braden, what’s Dojo Kun number three? B: Cultivate perseverance or a will for striving. J: What do those big words mean? B: It means don’t give up. J: Don’t give up… and what…

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