Seeing

Sightlessness: a vehicle for Inner Development

Blindfold training enhances sensory awareness by reducing reliance on sight, which is often exploited by external stimuli. Practicing martial arts kata (while) blindfolded cultivates deeper body-mind connections, improves balance, and sharpens focus. This methodology encourages using other senses for navigation and self-regulation, fostering mental clarity and emotional balance in various contexts.

To breath or not to breath . . . . . . .

Personal Pranayama Practice

Pranayama, a breath control practice, enhances energy, focus, and lung capacity. Traditionally, it's practiced lying, standing, or sitting, but walking variations which promote sense withdrawal and concentration are advanced. This method requires a calm, established traditional practice.