The Library

Collection of personal inspirations, teachers and guides.

Theme-Specific Video

Here are a few theme-specific YouTube Videos

 

Downloads and Worksheets

 

My Teachers

These are several very special and very important teachers, friends, and guides on my Zen journey. I encourage you to please consider exploring them, and see if they are right for you.

My initial formal training was at a very young age, raised and confirmed Catholic, eventually ordained as a minister from Universal Life Church, and was a formal Judo student (before websites existed) in Niantic Connecticut (Hae Yung) where I competed and trained for over 8 years and became Connecticut State, and Junior Olympic champion with invitation to Olympic trials. My training and quest continued on as shown some below— and will continue…

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Tai Chi/Qi Gong

Master Yang Yang, PhD. My teacher, a special friend and extraordinary person and helps so many people. These teachings have had a profound effect on my mental, physical, and spiritual growth and a social honor. He now offers online classes to participate in a very honored and timeless art. Wa-Qi.com



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Zen Buddhism

Many years ago I was introduced to meditation retreats and Zen talks and immersed myself into the beautiful world of Zen Buddhism—the Dharma. Gil Fronsdal and the rest of the team at the San Francisco Zen Center offer classes and hundreds of beautiful Zen, Buddhism, and spiritual audio recordings and podcasts to help you on your path. AudioDharma.org

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The Bible Project

I grew up Catholic. And Christianity (as well as all other God-centered spiritual practices) are very important. My mother taught me about God at an early age and in fact she’d hoped I’d become a priest some day. Well, I was eventually ordained (non-denominational), but really emphasize the special spirit in all of us. This particular team has created a beautiful website that teaches everything about the Bible in an artistic, wonderful format. BibleProject.com

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Master Wong

My Wing Chun master teacher…. Master Wong coaches experienced Martial Arts practitioners who are looking to teach others. If you really want to learn new Martial Arts skills, to learn the skills necessary to teach Martial Arts, and to develop personal self-confidence, then he can definitely help you. VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE

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SmashWerx

Trevor Brachmeyer at Smashwerx! Not only a healthnut, fitness guru, and and doctor… one of the best physical therapists and wellness coaches out there. If you can’t reach him in person in CA, his online videos are life-changing. VISIT YOUTUBE CHANNEL

WuDang Taoist Wellness Academy

T’ai Chi, Qigong & Taoist Academy In central China’s Wudang mountains. The Wudang Taoist Wellness Academy (WTWA) is a peaceful Taoist Academy located high in the Wudang Mountains, near the Purple Heaven Palace. Online learning puts you in the mountains—while learning ancient skills. VISIT SITE

Nakano Judo Club

Master Shintaro Nakano is a KODOKAN 5th Dan Black Belt born in Miyazaki, Japan, trained by Akira Inoue Sensei, and has a PROFOUND online Judo school: Nakano Judo Online Academy. VISIT SITE

Holden Qigong

A beautiful and easy-to use online program (and live events), Lee offers so many incredible Qigong teachings to improve physical fitness, but also to assist in recovery from injury and illness, to achieve a deeper sense of calm, and to relieve tension and stress. VISIT SITE

Dr. Wayne Dyer

One of my greatest teachers. Books, seminars, conversations, podcasts and much, much studying. Dr. Dyer, now a passed and very dear friend and soul, will forever be in my heart. I encourage you all to read, explore… Here is one of his greatest videos.

Mantis Kung Fu Center

Now Life Skill, practicing, training and competing in Mantis Kung Fu, martial arts, Tai Chi, and Qigong. Blackbelt leadership team that helped coach younger/new students. VISIT SITE

Providence Zen Center

Formally trained in meditation, Zen, philosophy, and mindfulness. Founded by Korean Zen Master Seung Sahn, it is the head temple of the North American Kwan Um School of Zen. VISIT SITE

Reading

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Taijiquan: The Art of Nurturing, The Science of Power

by Dr.Yang Yang, with introduction by Grandmaster Feng Zhiqiang

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Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao

Dr. Wayne Dyer

Five hundred years before the birth of Jesus, a God-realized being named Lao-tzu in ancient China dictated 81 verses, which are regarded by many as the ultimate commentary on the nature of our existence. The classic text of these 81 verses, called the Tao Te Ching or the Great Way, offers advice and guidance that is balanced, moral, spiritual, and always concerned with working for the good. CLICK HERE