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Zen is a journey best traveled together.

I’m Todd— passionately studying, practicing, and teaching martial arts, spirituality and wellness for well over 40 years. Applying teachings from many of the greatest masters in the world—in Judo, meditation, Kung Fu, T’ai Chi, Qigong, Zen, and other arts, as well as philosophy. psychology, and religion. I am a non-denominational ordained minister to help others along their spiritual path. My commitment is to continue my Zen journey—exploring, learning and growing, as well as teaching and inspiring others.

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How to simplify your life and find pure joy.
How to simplify your life and find pure joy.

The bottom line is that we can simplify life by cutting down on the busywork that keeps us off purpose. We can turn away— listen to the calling. Which is what? We feel “miserable.” Which means we are miserable where we are right now—true? So what’s the complete opposite of miserable? Pure joy! So you simply STOP, turn around, and smile as you move in a whole new direction! We must curtail such activities and listen to Spirit, staying aware of joy and how simple it is to access. And you CAN do it. It’s simply a decision!

Carrots, Eggs and Coffee
Carrots, Eggs and Coffee

We all get exposed to same stresses, challenges and trials. So it’s how you process it that changes the result. We can control the outcome. Change comes from the inside.

An Attitude of Gratitude
An Attitude of Gratitude

I’ve been thinking about the idea of being right — versus feeling good or being “right.”. What if we pick a thought that feels good rather than continuing to push our agenda of “being right.” If the need to be right makes you feel angry or distressed—probably because those people out there aren’t acknowledging your “rightness”—give it up.

Appreciate the inner genius
Appreciate the inner genius

Below is a ten-step program for putting this intention to appreciate and express the genius within you to work. Trust me— you have it in you. You just haven’t been able to tap into it!

Step 1: First—declare and accept yourself to be a genius! This shouldn’t be a public pronouncement, but a statement of intention between you and your Creator. Remind yourself that you’re one of the masterpieces that emanated from the universal field of intention. You don’t have to prove that you’re a genius, nor do you need to compare any of your accomplishments to those of others. You have a unique gift to offer this world, and you are unique in the entire history of creation.

12 steps to simplicity
12 steps to simplicity

Here are 12 very specific tools for simplifying your life. Begin using them today if you’re serious about hearing that ultimate call to inspiration.

10 Steps for Creating Peace and Authenticity with Relatives
10 Steps for Creating Peace and Authenticity with Relatives

It is my intention to: be authentic and peaceful with all of my relatives.

Let’s take a look at the steps you need to take in order to make this intention a reality.

Choosing Love Instead of Fear
The Relationship Worksheet
The Relationship Worksheet
Quick emotional guide: Five key emergency emotional survival steps

The following steps are critical to help with emotional emergencies. Read and follow them and your life will change quickly and get you back on track. That’s all that’s happening here. You are simply off track. Just like being thirsty, or hungry, your spirit is starving— so let’s get that nourished quickly. But first— STOP. Simply stop the energy flow right away. And know this is temporary, will pass, and you will come out stronger after you read this guide.

The Judo Way
The Judo Way

I believe that all of the martial arts have a similar if not identical belief system, and that of honor, respect, dignity, character, wisdom, kindness, love, understanding and empathy all play a part of God’s (or Creator, etc…) meaning in all of our lives. This is what I call the Best Self. And that is what I am committed to a life time of striving for and to helping others attain.

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ToddsZen podcast, YouTube channel, and blog are designed to share what I learn on my Zen journey.

To help others discover their best Self.

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