The Best Technique

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"Great dancers are not great because of their technique, they are great because of their passion." Martha Graham

It is evident that passion is needed to be coupled with the best technique in every field of endeavor. The best technique however, is not a statement that can be qualified or quantified with a single answer. As the best technique has many variables to consider, before we can reach an appropriate response. As in most situations, we must always consider what the circumstances and conditions are to gain insight for a proper solution. After this, we must also take into account what preparation one has for this particular scenario. Primary with all things considered what is important is the amount of fight that is in the dog. Sometimes the unexpected fierceness of a French bulldog chasing off a bear is what matters in a fight. The conviction that you are correct and within your rights goes a long way in self-defense. Some come by this naturally, other rely on a good teacher to nurture this and to teach them how to unlock it. 

Secondarily, having the punishment fit the crime goes a long way toward determining what the best technique is for the situation. Many times an individual is reluctant to use a finger jab to the eye of a companion for snatching a french fry off of their plate when a punch to the arm is more appropriate for this situation. So having the crime and punishment at appropriate levels along with balanced target acquisition and assessment is mandatory. By striking the eye, in the above scenario, could find you needing to be defended in court. Whereas the punch to the arm would serve as a reminder for your friend to ask permission instead of taking liberties. While on the street having someone assaulted for no reason, might move the finger jab to the eye up a notch or two as the best technique for self defense.

Tertiary physical conditioning and training also plays a determining role in what the best technique in your arsenal is going to be. Utilizing the finger jab to the eye as an example is well within the scope of anyone. Having the skill and speed to utilize this while under stress is enhanced by either or both the amount of fight in the dog and your training time. The quality of your training time also greatly reflects the quality of your technique. Someone with a decent spear hand can utilize the strike to other targets besides the eyes. I’ve seen the effects of spear hands thrown to the throat, groin, solar plexus and intercostal pressure points with great effect. In conclusion, stress level management is achieved through a combination of all three of these levels and the determination of the best technique is determined by this practice.

"Progress comes to those who train and train; reliance on secret techniques will get you nowhere." Morihei Ueshiba 

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.