Internal Power

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In the martial arts there are as many naysayers as there are proponents of the power of internal strength. While some believe in its existence, others like to point out that all of the ki demonstrations are nothing more than parlor tricks and/or at best demonstrations of Newtonian physics. I for one firmly reside in both camps; I acknowledge that ki demonstrations are easily explained physical phenomena that rely on both the power of controlling vectors of force and the power of relaxation.

So in a sense ki relies on our ability to maintain calm while under pressure to allow us to engage these vectors of force from a different perspective. This ability to relax can be seen as self-hypnosis, but I also believe it is a mental attitude that can be expanded even further. I believe almost everyone is aware of the importance Nikola Tesla has had in science. He had once stated that; "If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration."

To do so we must draw a parallel with our thinking and our understanding of how all energy travels in waves. Once we can conceive how the wave effect can amplify or resolve physical, mental, or emotional conflicts then we are on the threshold of utilizing ki. I am sure everyone is aware of the vibration power of our spoken words. While most individuals of a certain age grew up with the teaching that sticks and stones will break our bones but words will never hurt us, now understand the fallacy in this philosophy.

Very often we find that the verbal attacks especially from our youth stay with us long after the effects of a black eye, split lip, or a bloody nose. Napoleon Hill said, “Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another.” The concepts of inner harmony, blending with an opponent, and awareness are all a part of both the internal and external expression of ki. Once we are able to integrate the laws of Newtonian physics with the quantum concepts that gives power to the subtle mental energy which through the power of our words can affect the physical and psychological components of individuals then we have begun to harness the power of ki.

This is why I find it important that we balance our criticisms and encouragement of others. While I do believe it is important not to offer false praise as this tends to lead our students into complacency, I do believe it is important to point out two good elements from a person’s performance to every negative comment. I also believe that it is even more effective to utilize the positive comment/s to highlight a method that could enhance even further development.

The power of the written word also can have a strong effect because of the mental vibrations they form as long as the author is writing along the line of a harmonious parallel vector of thought. When the written or spoken word is subtle enough to shift the reader's thoughts, we have succeeded in creating an aiki environment. Many people will still reject this line of thinking, but in my view quantum reality is so much more alike this concept then being dissimilar from it. My experience has given me more examples along this line than what I can explain through any physical rationale that forces me to accept these greater possibilities. Even though I cannot control them or understand them, I know of their existence. As the great scientist Niels Bohr.

 “Everything we call real is made of things that cannot be regarded as real.” Niels Bohr

My stories are about martial arts adventures that are intertwined with paranormal or supernatural events. The following links are to the Kindle version books from the "Dream Walker” series. Our adventurers find themselves on a quest where they are confronted with both conspiracy and mystery. Their challenge is to unite their mind and body skills together utilizing what they have learned in the martial arts with the transcendental power of dream mediation. They attempt to do this while they are trying to make a life for themselves and elude those that seek to use and control them.

Conversations with a Sage (Book 1 of the Dream-Walker)

Conversations with a Sage: This explores Xander Davidson's early encounters with the mysterious fog like Dream Walking martial art sages. He ponders if they are real or if they are only remnants of his dreams. He mainly keeps this secret world to himself as he tries to copes with abuse, growing up without support or guidance and the mystery of his family's past. 

Xander and the Assassins Gift (Book 2 of the Dream-Walker)

The Assassins Gift: Xander Davidson struggles with the conspiracy of his family and the group that is actively trying to manipulate him to join them or die. The young Dream Walkers learns an early lesson to be careful about whom they let into their circle.


Warriors of Perception (Book 3 of the Dream-Walker)

Warriors of Perception: Xander Davidson and his band of friends embark on a mission to free themselves from their oppressors. They bravely face the challenge all the while vying for the right moment to turn the tables.

Jace Lee The Shift (Book 4 of the Dream-Walker)

Jace Lee The Shift: We find a new apprentice, Adam, that is fighting for his life. He is struggling to understand the amazing skills of his mentor, Jace Lee; a younger man that has trained under Xander Davidson. All the while his mentor attempts to reconcile the fact that his skills do not match up with the other Dream Walkers.


Jace Lee No Agenda (Dream Walker Book 5)

Jace Lee No Agenda: Jace Lee attempts to find himself on a self-imposed vision quest of sorts. Instead he finds himself being stalked by the same group that had previously sought after his teacher, (Xander Davidson). Instead of mastering his odd Dream Walking skills he finds love and the potential loss of his powers.

Jace Lee and the Tutelage of Ming Wu: Dream Walker 6 

Jace Lee The Tutelage of Ming Wu: Jace Lee rejoins his teacher Xander Davidson as they cope with a possible combined threat (the mysterious), Ming Wu and the Council that has continuously monitored the Dream Walkers.