Recently, a patient sent me a message telling me that they are just “wired to be an anxious person.” I was a bit shocked at their comment and realized that this person completely misunderstood and misinterpreted a recent study describing the “worrier gene.” The "worrier gene" concept stems from research like the Journal of Sports Science and … Continue reading Are You Genetically Wired to Worry?
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My New Year’s Resolution for Men
There was a time when thinking about and writing down your goals for the new year electrified you . . .The worlds you would build . . .The companies you would start . . .The LIFE you would create for yourself and your family . . . It all made you shiver with delight.That was before.Now, … Continue reading My New Year’s Resolution for Men
The Tactical Virtues of Sword Fighting
More to come on my thoughts about the four tactical virtues of masculinity . . . For now, the video should sufice. https://youtu.be/EVq9RSa9-mA
When Hollywood Actually Gets It Right
One of the most realistic fight scenes ever portrayed is the final fight between Rob Roy MacGregor (Liam Neeson) and Archibald Cunningham (Tim Roth). It is a fight between brute strength and size versus speed, skill and agility. What makes this so realistic is that they aren't pulling strikes and the filming is continuous, there … Continue reading When Hollywood Actually Gets It Right
Dr Nally’s Favorite Three Egg Omlet
One of my favorite traditions over the years has been to make a three egg omlet for each of us on Saturday or Sunday mornings. Today, after returning home from early church, I made my "famous" omlets for Tiffini and myself. My daughter, Leanna, asked me to remind her how to make these, so I … Continue reading Dr Nally’s Favorite Three Egg Omlet
Three Saber Exercises
Saber fighting is just amazing to watch. My wife is an amazing saber fighter. She has some deadly counter attacks and I have bruises all over my body to prove it. I've been looking for some practice exercises to use during the week between group practices. I came across this Akademia Szermiery video (they do … Continue reading Three Saber Exercises
Rapier & Dagger – My Favorite Fighting Style
This evening, I did some sparing with my sword-master, Greg. I loved every minute of it. After finishing the chores at home, completing the left over charting from the office today, I thought I would watch a few sparing clips, thinking about what I learned while sparing. One of the clips is the duel scene … Continue reading Rapier & Dagger – My Favorite Fighting Style
Sparing Scene – The Last Samurai
The art of Samurai swordsmanship has always fascinated me. I served a church mission in Japan and had the immense pleasure of spending a great deal of time in the rural areas of Japan and the islands of Okinawa. The people of Japan have a very special place in my heart, their culture and the … Continue reading Sparing Scene – The Last Samurai
Sparing Practice with the Group
Twice a week our group, The Loyal Order of the Sword, gathers to practice and train with our Sword Master. Below you can see my wife, Tiffini, on the right, sparing with rapier, then rapier and saber. (She is the one on right in the background.) I have to insert here, watching my wife sword … Continue reading Sparing Practice with the Group
The Loyal Order of the Sword – “Castle Battle”
Over the last few years, my wife, daughter and I have begun fencing and sword fighting [Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) Style] with an emphasis on crossover martial arts and street fighting. Our group is The Loyal Order of the Sword here in the Phoenix area. Sword fighting has been one of the best things … Continue reading The Loyal Order of the Sword – “Castle Battle”
The Doc, The Horse & The Sword 