The eleventh attitude of Tang Soo Do is to “repeatedly practice all techniques already learned.” Review and reassessment of all your techniques is essential to mastering Tang Soo Do. Every practitioner experiences “drift.” Tang Soo Do allows for some variation of technique based of… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Attitude 11”
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 a habits. Routines are built on consistency and self-discipline. Becoming an expert in Tang Soo… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Attitude 10”
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”
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 to have a strong desire for… Continue Reading “Meditation for the Week: Attitude 8”
Always listen to and follow the directions of instructors or seniors. This week’s mediation on the 7th attitude is an application of the tenets Respect and Obedience and Humility. We follow the instructions of instructors and seniors because one of their responsibilities is… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Attitude 7”