Five Dock Club - June '24 Newsletter
Dear Karate Students and Parents, I hope this newsletter finds you all in good health and high spirits. In this month’s update I cover....
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andysensei1
May 104 min
The Power of Consistency
In our modern world, where instant gratification is often sought after, the concept of consistency can easily be overlooked. However, it...
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andysensei1
Mar 73 min
"Breaking Free: How the Fear of Judgment Damages Children's Potential for Success”
In my role as a karate instructor, I have the privilege to work with young children. I’m not exaggerating when I say I’ve become better...
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andysensei1
Feb 192 min
Karate for Kindness: Promoting a Culture of Respect and Empathy in Schools. Addressing Bullying in Schools Part2
This article argues that incorporating a karate syllabus in schools can promote the values of respect, empathy, and kindness, creating a...
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andysensei1
Feb 133 min
TSKF Five Dock. Hidden Scars; The Alarming Rise of Bullying in NSW Schools Part1
Bullying is a social phenomenon that’s on the increase in our schools today. Studies reveal that 30% of school children are involved in...
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andysensei1
Feb 43 min
Achieving a Karate Black Belt: Cultivating Focus and Commitment in a World of Immediate Gratification
Introduction One of the many privileges of teaching children and young adults' karate is observing their development. It’s the most...
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andysensei1
Jan 203 min
Karate: A Dangerous Weapon in the Wrong Hands
Unveiling the Shocking Side Effects on Children's Behaviour Most people would not have a significant exposure to karate. To the average...
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andysensei1
Dec 3, 20233 min
Empowering Children through Timeless Teachings
Unveiling the Virtues of Bushido Introduction: In today's fast-paced world, what can we do to instil timeless virtues in children that...
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andysensei1
Oct 2, 20233 min
The Paradox of Goal Setting: Shifting Focus from Purpose to Identity
Introduction: In a world driven by productivity and achievement, setting goals has become the norm. However, in the pursuit of success,...
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andysensei1
Oct 2, 20233 min
The Impact of Technology and Online Platforms for the Well-being of Young School Children:
Problem Statement In today's digital age, the rapid ingress of technology and online platforms has brought about significant changes in...
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andysensei1
May 6, 20232 min
Can Martial Arts Impact the Health of the Family Unit?
I’ve written before about the benefits derived through families actively spending time together training. Karate is one of only a few...
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andysensei1
Jul 25, 20213 min
Honesty & Sincerity from the 7 Bushido Virtues
Honesty & Sincerity - Makoto Lying is dishonourable and cowardly. When we say that a task or action will be performed, it’s as good as...
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andysensei1
Jul 25, 20214 min
Duty & Loyalty from the 7 Bushido Virtues
Duty & Loyalty – Chu We are responsible for everything we have done and everything we have said and all the consequences that follow. We...
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Andy Sensei
Jul 25, 20213 min
7 Bushido Values - Relevant today?
Martial Arts (Shotokan Karatedo) has been part of my life for more than 25 years now. It’s been a fundamental anchor guiding me through...
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Andy Sensei
Jun 14, 20214 min
Compassion from the 7 Bushido Virtues
Compassion (Jin) Through intense training and hard work, we can shape ourselves to be different and to stand out from the crowd. We can...
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Andy Sensei
Jun 10, 20215 min
Heroic Courage - from the 7 Bushido Virtues
Heroic Courage (Yu) Hiding like a turtle in a shell is not living at all. To live our best lives, we must have heroic courage. Take...
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Andy Sensei
Jun 10, 20213 min
The Virtue of Honour....Judge yourself
Honour (Meiyo) We have only one judge of honour and character and that is ourselves. Decisions we make and how these decisions are...
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Andy Sensei
Jun 10, 20215 min
Respect - From the 7 Bushido Virtues
We have no reason to be cruel, no need to prove our strength. We are courteous even to those that challenge us. We can command respect by...
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Andy Sensei
Jun 10, 20212 min
Wake up! To Waking up....
Are you setting yourself up for an intentional day or reacting to the next bouncing ball? For many of us the notion of a nailing a...
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Andy Sensei
Jun 10, 20213 min
A Formular For Discipline
For this article I thought I’d be brave and take on the topic of Discipline. The word Discipline has several meanings and a diverse...
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