Category: meditation

Meditation of the Week: Attitude 11

The eleventh attitude of Tang Soo Do is to “repeatedly practice all techniques already learned.” Reviewing and reassessing all your techniques is essential to mastering Tang Soo Do. Every practitioner experiences “drift.”  Tang Soo Do allows some variation in technique based on movement efficiency… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Attitude 11”

Meditation of the Week: Attitude 10

  Our tenth attitude requirement in the WTSDA is to Always Follow a Routine and Training Schedule. Routines do not just happen. Routines begin with intentional actions that become habits. Routines are built on consistency and self-discipline. Becoming an expert in Tang Soo Do… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Attitude 10”

Meditation of the Week: Attitude 9

Have you ever known a person who reaches back to a past event over 20 years ago and says something to the effect , “I remember when I accomplished….” Tang Soo Do’s ninth attitude requirement is to Frequently inspect your own achievements. Even our… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Attitude 9”

Meditation for the Week: Attitude 8

Do not be overly ambitious.   The eighth attitude of Tang Soo Do definitely requires some commentary. When we are told not to be overly ambitious, does that mean we should not work toward a goal? Ambition means having a strong desire for something,… Continue Reading “Meditation for the Week: Attitude 8”

Meditation of the Week: Attitude 7

Always listen to and follow the directions of instructors or seniors.   This week’s meditation on the 7th attitude is an application of the tenets Respect and Obedience and Humility. We follow the instructions of instructors and seniors because they are responsible for keeping… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Attitude 7”