I believe in the fundamental principles of the martial system, i.e.
Theory (Universality, Control, Efficiency, Lengthen Our Line, Percentage Principle, Std of Infinite Measure, Power Paradox, Ratio, Simplicity, Natural Action, Michelangelo Principle, Reciprocity, Opponents as Illusions, Reflexive Action, Training Truth, Imperception and Deception.),
Physiokinetics (Breathing, posture, triangle guard, centerline, primary gate, spinal alignment, axis, minor axis, structure, heaviness, relaxation, wave energy, convergence, centeredness, triangulation point, the dynamic sphere, body-mind, void, centripetal force, centrifugal force, sequential locking and sequential relaxation, peripheral vision, tactile sensitivity, rooting, attack hubs, attack posture.),
Technique (techniques vs. technique, equal rights, compliment, economical motion, active movement, positioning, angling, leading control, complex force, indirect pressure, live energy and dead energy, torsion and pinning, speed, timing, rhythm, balance, reactive control, natural and unnatural motion, weak link, non-telegraphing, extension and penetration.) and
Philosophy (Mind, mushin, kime, non-intention, yin-hang, oneness, zanshin and being, non-action, character, the empty cup.)
What I decided to add for the sake of my practice of martial systems as a SD system along with its personal development sides, etc. is the new:
Principle of self-defense [tentative/working] (Conflict communications; Emotional Intelligence; Lines/square/circle of SD, Three brains, JAM/AOJ and five stages, Adrenal stress, Violence, Pre-Attack, Weapons, Social and Asocial, Predator process and predator resource, Social Violence, …).
Why, because although the original principles explain the underlying concepts, etc. to make your martial art system or style work it does not address how to use those same principles in a conflict/violence, i.e. since things like karate are also meant to be utilized for SD the principles and sub-principles I suggest are critical to make it work without incurring the wrath of society when it comes to scrutiny in a moral, legal and civil light.
What I am suggesting above is tentative and incomplete because it involves the teachings of professionals where these principles and sub-principles have not been fully vetted as principles. Those same professionals did vet the tentative sub-principles through their experiences and efforts to bring to the public eye and attention, especially in the SD communities, where such things are sorely missing.
Initially, those I propose above will, by their inclusion, offer the sources and resources to take the other principles and apply them holistically to achieve the best possible outcome, a MA for SD that actually works. Actually works while remaining within the circle/square that is self-defense while providing the tools and equipment to combat any repercussions that arise from the use of MA in SD and so on.
Any comments or critiques? (I look forward to feedback on this idea!)
p.s. it should be noted that if these qualify as a principle with sub-principles the actual explanation of said principles/sub-principles are published in the really cool 400 page book titled, "In The Name of Self-Defense." Also, the other publications listed in the following bibliography are also sources to explain these for inclusion in your MA/SD program.
Bibliography:
MacYoung, Marc. "In the Name of Self-Defense: What It Costs. When It’s Worth It." Marc MacYoung. 2014.
Goleman, Daniel. "Emotional Intelligence: 10th Anniversary Edition [Kindle Edition]." Bantam. January 11, 2012.
Miller, Rory. "ConCom: Conflict Communications A New Paradigm in Conscious Communication." Amazon Digital Services, Inc. 2014.
Miller, Rory and Kane, Lawrence A. "Scaling Force: Dynamic Decision-making under Threat of Violence." YMAA Publisher. New Hampshire. 2012
Miller, Rory. "Force Decisions: A Citizen's Guide." YMAA Publications. NH. 2012.
Miller, Rory Sgt. "Meditations of Violence: A Comparison of Martial Arts Training & Real World Violence" YMAA Publishing. 2008.
Miller, Rory Sgt. "Facing Violence: Preparing for the Unexpected." YMAA Publishing. 2011.
Elgin, Suzette Haden, Ph.D. "More on the Gentle Art of Verbal Self-Defense." Prentice Hall. New Jersey. 1983.
Elgin, Suzette. "The Last Word on the Gentle Art of Verbal Self-Defense" Barnes & Noble. 1995
Morris, Desmond. “Manwatching: A Field Guide to Human Behavior.” Harry N. Abrams. April 1979.
Elgin, Suzette. "The Gentle Art of Verbal Self-Defense" Barnes & Noble. 1993.
Elgin, Suzette. "The Gentle Art of Written Self-Defense" MJF Books. 1997
Isshinryu is an awesome system of karate. I love the system very much. It has been a huge part of my adult life, over thirty-eight years. It has many of the necessary components for SD but it is also missing many critical components/aspect necessary for modern self-defense. It is like may SD programs and many SD martial arts programs, it is believed to have them all but it is actually missing more than those would readily admit or even realize. It is about seeing what you think you know and seeing what you don't know you don't know. My effort is to learn and then influence others to learn. I am of the outgoing older generation of MA's and this learning, teaching and changing needs to be embraced by the younger generation so they can "Get out there, mix it up, sweat it out in fun and then teach, train and apply it for the coming generations." Don't forget that critical part about reality, stress, adrenal influences, etc. to make "IT WORK!"
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