Which Way Is Down? I’ve always been a bit clumsy. From bumping into walls to drawing surprised glances when I dance in public, I have...

I’ve been thinking more about the principle of relaxing completely.  It is inextricable from the other key principles, but it is one of...

I never expected to fall in love again. For several months, my wife Adele had been taking tai chi at the community college. After class,...

Martial arts require practicing new ways of moving, thinking, and interacting with others. Aikido relies on several key principles that...

I could have gone blind the light was so bright. It blazed so abruptly. I didn’t have time to take cover and shield my eyes. This...

Mark Sensei commonly reminds us to move around our own center, regardless of what uke may be doing or not doing. After spending my entire...