Greetings Master Steyer,

"be discreet in killing - kill only in justice and with honor."

Given Japan's history as an occupying force, this article takes on vivid meaning. I am in complete agreement with your analysis, sir. Especially with respect to the knucklehead who'd insult one's mother. That is a very real possibility for a young student in school. It's also not unheard of in the corporate world, sadly; but to let the words of another determine our fates and behavior...that to me is not a sign of discipline. It means our buttons are readily accessible for the world to push...and to that extent, our actions and, therefore, destinies are not within our own control.

"...the mind is the primary actor..."

I knid of relate #9 5 years ago on November 9th when I open my studio. No matter what I did the county always found something new to keep me from opening. I was losing the battle. Instead getting more angry and giving up I chose my battles wisely. When they said I needed a permit for a water fountain, I responded by getting a Water cooler which does not require a electrical permit or plumbing permit. When they said I needed to pay a bond to the state for being facility for excercise, I got a business liscense for Teaching tutoring and education which does not require a bond with the state. I fought the infamous dade county with justice and honor. Now 5 years later I am getting ready to open a second school and go through this all over again. This time my battle will not be as long.

IN MOO DO
Dave Tenedorio

Hello Sir,

Interesting example! Reminds me of a famous Winston Churchill speech:

We Shall Fight On The Beaches

Excerpt:

We shall go on to the end, we shall fight in France, we shall fight on the seas and oceans, we shall fight with growing confidence and growing strength in the air, we shall defend our Island, whatever the cost may be, we shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender...

thanks for the comparison.