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Sword class with Jay Chikyo Weik Sensei at Shobu Aikido of Ohio on 10/23/07. Uke: Danny Kline
Sword class with Jay Chikyo Weik Sensei at Shobu Aikido of Ohio on 10/23/07. Uke: Danny Kline
Re: test and a hello
Bob- Thanks for the link. I am a "Guardian". I'm down with that!
I am also astounded by the places around that world where people look at our blog...Japan, the Philippines, Brazil, Israel, Austria, Iran, Canada, all over...hello everyone, Guten Tag, Bon Jour, Hajimemashite. Dozoyoroshiku!
Take a look at the map at the end of the blog, and click that to see the names of the places people are viewing from...
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Personality Test
All,
I found this quite interesting. There are 50 questions asked and it takes about 10 minutes. The Keirsey Temperament Sorter was created to help facilitate group dynamics, offering insight into the communication styles and cooperation of people.
In a nutshell it defines certain traits such as
Communication style - Concrete vs Abstract and
Action style - Utilitarian vs Cooperative
Once you take the test you will be identified as one of the following personality types -
Guardian - Concrete Cooperator
Idealist - Abstract Cooperator
Artisan - Concrete Utilitarian
Rationalists - Abstract Utilitarian
Each of the types listed above has 4 sub-types and if your interested you can read up on which of those you might be. The "Free" report gives you a generalization of which type you are and I was able to figure out my sub-type by reading more about the Artisan personality types.
http://www.advisorteam.org/the_four-temperaments/descriptions.html
I'm not promoting paying for the in-depth reports as I got enough information from the free report. For those are wondering I'm a Artisan (sp) Crafter.
Who are you?
I found this quite interesting. There are 50 questions asked and it takes about 10 minutes. The Keirsey Temperament Sorter was created to help facilitate group dynamics, offering insight into the communication styles and cooperation of people.
In a nutshell it defines certain traits such as
Communication style - Concrete vs Abstract and
Action style - Utilitarian vs Cooperative
Once you take the test you will be identified as one of the following personality types -
Guardian - Concrete Cooperator
Idealist - Abstract Cooperator
Artisan - Concrete Utilitarian
Rationalists - Abstract Utilitarian
Each of the types listed above has 4 sub-types and if your interested you can read up on which of those you might be. The "Free" report gives you a generalization of which type you are and I was able to figure out my sub-type by reading more about the Artisan personality types.
http://www.advisorteam.org/the_four-temperaments/descriptions.html
I'm not promoting paying for the in-depth reports as I got enough information from the free report. For those are wondering I'm a Artisan (sp) Crafter.
Who are you?
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An Open Letter From Will Heath
Sensei,
I was pleasantly surprised to see the emails from Chuck and yourself today. I spent the last week at my cabin in northern Michigan relaxing and collecting Larch trees for creating bonsai forests. While in the woods I spent some time thinking about my experience at the dojo. Strangely, an old Great Grey Owl that glided through the Jack Pines bordering a marsh I was walking through brought you, the workshop and the people attending to mind. Aikido, Nature, they are not that far apart.
Your hospitality and kindness did not go unnoticed and was greatly appreciated. Your actions and those of your students spoke more of the essence of Aikido than any other subject matter on the martial art ever could. My only regret was that the time went so quickly, there was so much more to share, I certainly hope I passed along enough to spark the interest in your students so that they will continue with bonsai.
Please pass along the following information on the Ficus retusa's used in the workshop. First, let the trees recover, we stressed them by wiring, pruning, and transplanting. The tree will tell you when it is recovered by pushing outnew growth, which will look like spikes at the tips of branches. Until newgrowth starts, the tree will use less water than normal and the water usagewill pick up dramatically when the growth starts....care should be taken tonot let them dry out at this time. For branches that need thickening, let them grow unrestricted. Once the desired thickness is reached, cut the branch back to the innermost set ofleaves, new growth will start now close to the trunk, buy continuing cuttingback, foliage can be forced back. Once the branch is at the desired length, simply pinch off new spikes as they occur, this keeps the shape and causes fuller growth. No branch should be allowed to grow straight up or straight down.
Most importantly, I love getting emails; everyone is welcomed to email me at any time with questions, no question is unimportant.
I am still searching for the perfect tree for your dojo, I will find it. Meanwhile, In a few months I will be down that way again, and since I will be in the area I would be more than happy to follow-up if your students would like to bring their bonsai in. No charge this trip. I am creating a blog and I am always seeking photos of workshops I have given for it. If you would not mind sending me a few with your permission to use them, I will add these as long as information about your dojo.
Again, thank you, I think I may have taken away more than I left.
- Will Heath
These Toledo Zen Center events will be held at the dojo this month, all are welcome:"Living Zen: Awakening the Joyful Heart" a free public lecture with Chikyo.
This free public lecture will be an introductory talk on the teachings of Zen and how they apply to leading a joyful and fully realized life today. If you have ever wondered what authentic Zen is really about, this talk is for you!
When: Saturday October 27th 7:00-8:00pm
The Basics of Zen Practice 1:30-4:30 P.M.
In this retreat with Chikyo we will cover the practice of Zazen (seated Zen) in depth. What it is, what it is not and how to practice it. We’ll look at common challenges to maintaining a daily sitting practice at home. In addition we will look at the function of walking meditation (kinhin), liturgy, Dharma talks and Dharma discussion. All of these are aspects of the TZC Wednesday evening program. Finally, we will discuss Sangha, the community of practitioners, and the many ways it provides the deep nourishment necessary for the spiritual journey.
When: October 28 Cost $25 (TZC members $15)
Bonsai Success!
Special thanks to Mr. Will Heath who came out an ran a wonderful intro to bonsai workshop for the dojo community here. He has two wonderful websites www.artofbonsai.org and www.knowledgeofbonsai.org if you would like more information on his work and the way of the "tray tree"!