Published in Self Improvements·Jul 6Member-onlyUpload ImageEmbed VideoUnsplash imageStart With The End In Mind If you want to get it done, start with the end in mind. When you know where you are going it is easier to not miss something you might need along the way. “When you ask a question, your mind Googles the brain.” The…Start2 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Jun 28Member-onlyThe Job of the Knife BuyerThe Job of the Knife Buyer When looking for a knife it doesn’t matter if it is a custom or production. It could be at a show or a store. There are a few things to consider. Your job as the knife buyer Should you decide to accept it Is…Buyers Journey3 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Jun 23Member-onlyThe Road Less TraveledThe Road Less Traveled Most people are content to go with the flow and get lost in the crowd. Mindless intent with no interaction is enough for them. But then there are some of us who want more. We are not one of the sheeple who do what they’re told…Follow Your Passion2 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Apr 24Member-onlyAdaptAdapt Adapt to what works for you. A story I’ve heard many times and was reminded of again by a friend, John Borter. Four generations were getting together to celebrate great grandma’s 100th birthday. The granddaughter was totally thrilled to have the entire family at her and her husband’s new…Adapt2 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Apr 23Member-onlyThe Irish StickThe Irish Stick I’ve been teaching people how to fight with everyday objects for a long time. Anything can be used as a weapon. One of these objects is a cane or walking stick. It can give you the advantage of distance and range to keep you out of harm’s…Support1 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Mar 13Member-onlyOne Hit At A TimeHow do you make a $1000 dollar knife? 1 hit at a time.How To4 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Jan 23Member-onlyMinimum Technique Maxim BenefitAs a practicing martial artist, I rely on what works best for me. I tell my students to Keep It Silly Simple. When they find out what weapons they have, what feels comfortable to them, train the heck out of them. Use them for everything. Put it in everything you…Benifits2 min read
Published in Writing Community·Jan 23Member-onlyBrain FartMeditation and self-hypnosis are in my mind the same destination. Meditation is the desire to empty the mind so that it can focus on certain things. Hypnosis uses the same state of mind with the internet to learn or change something. It also enhances and magnifies the desired effect. Sometimes…Self2 min read
Published in a Few Words·Jan 11Member-onlyWhen Work Is FunThe attitude to keep so you look forward to living. — What do I get to make today? One of the things I figured out is when I’m going to work, how do I keep it fun. To look forward to whatever it is that I have to do. Don’t dwell on the fact that I have to make things to…Fun2 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Jan 10Member-onlyWhat Are You Doing?Just walking my path. Where it leads I don’t know. You can go with me. I will not lead you.Path1 min readPhoto by Martino Pietropoli on UnsplashWhat Are You Doing?----1
