Karate Essence Ethical Philosophy 初心 Shoshin: Beginners' Mind By T.D. McKinnon Hanshi Editing by Zoё Lake ‘Shoshin is the quintessential mindset for learning. With Shoshin, there is an openness and eagerness, a sense of curiosity and a lack of predetermination. No matter the level of study, with Shoshin, there are always many possibilities.’ Table of Contents Beginner’s Mind Reflection of Broader Values Applying Shoshin Political...

Karate Essence Ethical Philosophy Photograph & Editing by Zoё Lake Zanshin Enriches all By T.D. McKinnon Hanshi Zanshin is not the exclusive property of Karate, of course; or even the martial arts in general. Zanshin is a necessary characteristic of any credible soldier, police officer, security operative, and martial artist in general. Also, outside of any fighting formats, the Japanese art of ikebana (flower arranging), Chado (the tea ceremony) and Sumi-e (ink painting) requires...

Karate Essence Photograph & Editing by Zoё Lake Ethical Philosophy Kime By T.D. McKinnon Hanshi Kime (pronounced with two distinct syllables: ‘kee’ (as in ‘keep’) and ‘meh’ (as in ‘met’), is an often misunderstood concept, even by traditionalists. From the core of your being to the point of delivery, where – tapping into the universal energy in bite-sized pieces – mind, body and spirit meet with intent. As a karateka, I know it when I feel it; and, as a teacher, I recognise it when I see it...