Published in ILLUMINATION·4 hours agoMember-onlyI’m a SeekerWhen I was younger, I always thought of myself as a student. Even when I wasn’t in school, I was always learning and trying to better myself. But now, I see myself as a seeker. A seeker of knowledge, of understanding, of truth. …Seeker1 min readSeeker1 min read
Published in The Intoxicating Unhinged Mind·14 hours agoMember-onlyDotageIt’s hard to see an old man in his dotage. We all know that his time is short and that, sooner or later, he will be gone. We feel responsible for him like it’s our job to make him happy for the little time he has left. But it’s not…Growing Old2 min readGrowing Old2 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·21 hours agoMember-onlyWhat does it take to become an expertIn order to be an expert at anything, you need to have a strong foundation. This foundation can be built through teaching and learning the skills that improve any discipline. Body mechanics, health, balance, reaction, muscle memory, intuition, and recognition — all these are essential building blocks for any skill…Expert2 min readExpert2 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·6 days agoMember-onlyShare What You Know.Over time I realized there was a lot of knowledge lost because someone decided to keep their knowledge secret. They wanted to hide what they knew so they could seem better than everyone else. You can’t take it with you when you go. One of my mentors would show me…Share3 min readShare3 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Nov 21Member-onlyMartial arts and self-defenseWhen most people think of martial arts, the first thing that comes to mind is unarmed combat. While this is certainly a large and important part of martial arts, it is not the only aspect. Martial arts also include the use of weapons, both armed and unarmed. One of the…Self Improvement2 min readSelf Improvement2 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Oct 17Member-onlyMartial arts and self-defenseWhen it comes to self-defense, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. The best martial art for self-defense depends on a variety of factors, including the individual’s physical abilities and the type of threat they are facing. However, some martial arts are better suited for self-defense than others. For example, boxing and…Self Defense3 min readSelf Defense3 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Oct 5Member-onlyHow to Make a KnifeHave you ever wanted to make your own knife? It’s actually not as difficult as you might think. With a little time and effort, you can create a beautiful and functional knife that will last you for years to come. …Culinary3 min readCulinary3 min read
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 readStart2 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 readBuyers 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 readFollow Your Passion2 min read
