In service to securing your liberty! We examine aikido and other samurai related martial arts and systems, a success mindset, and the principles of political economy as a path to individual liberty and the security of a Free state.
A reading and commentary on Dr. Edwin Vieira's By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, Chapters 5 and 6. Everyday Samurai episode 67 explores the stark contrast between the idealized practice of martial arts and the brutal reality of war. The episode begins with a discussion of dojo traditions and their symbolic meaning of self-renewal and the acceptance of mortality, contrasting this with helmet cam footage of a deadly knife fight between Ukrainian and Russian soldiers. This footage underscores the unpredictable and brutal nature of combat, highlighting the disconnect between training and actual conflict. The discussion then pivots to a critical examination of the modern nation-state's use of war, arguing that it often serves nefarious purposes, benefiting a select few at the expense of the many. The speakers delve into the constitutional implications of war, emphasizing the importance of Congress's power to declare war and the dangers of the military-industrial complex. The latter half of the podcast focuses on Dr. Edwin Vieira's work, "By Tyranny out of Necessity, the Bastardy of Martial Law," examining the illegitimacy of martial law under the Declaration of Independence and the historical context of the American Revolution. Martial law is antithetical to a free society, violating fundamental principles of liberty and self-governance, and that the well-regulated militia, as envisioned by the Founding Fathers, is crucial for maintaining domestic order and preventing the tyranny of a standing army. The episode concludes with a call to action, urging listeners to stay informed, vigilant, and committed to the principles of liberty. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Dojo Philosophy & Combat 00:03:42 - War Footage & Humanity 07:04 - War, Liberty, & Martial Law 11:01:50 - Martial Law & Declaration 14:41 - Dangers of a Standing Army 17:49 - Martial Law: Contradiction 21:46 - Colonial Grievances & Oppression 28:43 - Martial Law: Unjust & Unconstitutional 40:05 - State Constitutions & Military 44:01 - Civil vs. Military Power Shop.EverydaySamurai.Life Links: Link.EverydaySamurai.Life
A reading and commentary on Dr. Edwin Vieira's By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, Chapter 4, Section 3. The discussion revolves around the themes of liberty and security, drawing on historical and contemporary contexts. The episode begins with a Samurai maxim, "After the victory, tighten your helmet strap," attributed to Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a Sengoku Jidai warlord who rose from peasant roots to become a de facto leader before Tokugawa Ieyasu's victory at Sekigahara. Hideyoshi's philosophy of preparing for future challenges even after victories is emphasized, highlighting the nature of change and impermanence. The episode then transitions to contemporary political changes, noting favorable shifts towards liberty in December 2024 but also recognizing opposing forces, such as attacks on private property and ongoing global conflicts. The speakers stress the importance of warriors expecting the unexpected and practicing mindfulness, sensory clarity, and equanimity. A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to discussing Dr. Edwin Vieira's book, "By Tyranny Out of Necessity, the Bastardy of Martial Law," which explores the concept of martial law and its implications. The speakers outline the plans and policies for martial law, emphasizing the constitutional remedies available and the role of the Second Amendment in supporting a well-regulated militia. They argue that decentralized, localized execution of law prevents tyranny and highlight tools of liberty like jury nullification, secession, and revolution. The episode delves into the theory of martial governance, where military deployment imposes law and order, potentially leading to the suppression of legitimate governments by rogue officials. The speakers discuss the authority of the occupant in occupied territories, the potential for martial governance to override constitutional protections, and the imposition of censorship, control of communication, and restriction of movement. The speakers also address the potential for a national paramilitary police state, justified by emergencies and war powers, and call for refutation of legal arguments for martial law and governance. They emphasize the importance of martial arts training, armed self-defense, and the need for the public to be organized, armed, and disciplined to maintain constitutional order. Stay in touch: Link.EverydaySamurai.Life Book: https://go.everydaysamurai.life/EoGCS 00:00 Mindfulness skills to combat technocracy and tyranny. 00:36 - Samurai Maxim and Political Changes 03:21 - Martial Law and Government Authority 05:39 Military occupation replaces legitimate government's authority. 06:43 - Military Occupation and Governance Rules 07:25 War could lead to military governance overriding laws. 11:01 - Control Over Occupied Territories 11:25 Occupier may suspend or corrupt local courts. 14:47 - Martial Law Regulations 15:49 General rule: aid enemy, tried by military. 18:42 - Authority and Requisition Rights 20:36 Loss of communication, freedom, and forced labor. 22:25 - Occupation Law and Governance 22:42 Occupiers exploit immunities, fostering lawless institutional culture. 26:19 - Legal Rationalizations of Martial Governance 29:49 - Analysis of Police State Apparatus 29:31 Constitution opposes martial governance; skepticism warranted. 33:22 - Role of Martial Governance 34:52 Martial arts: truth, discernment, governance, freedom. 35:45 Discernment, books, training: securing a free state.
A reading and commentary on Dr. Edwin Vieira, Jr's By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, Chapter 4, Part 2. Embrace the paradox and see through false appearances. Learn to discern deception and false hope while remaining hopeful of a better life and way of being. The Way is in training, and the path of personal discipline leads to enduring wealth, as well as commonwealth by first securing the blessings of liberty in a free state for yourself and posterity. The arrogance of rogue public officials see We The People as tax cattle to be fleeced. Unconstitutional bureaucracies have plans for imposing martial governance in territory they already occupy. What can We The People do in such a scenario? What do the foundational charter documents say about constitutional order under a supreme law that is, contrary to democracy, specifically limited to things of a public nature? How can We The People assert local self-governance amid rampant abuse by these arrogant occupiers? The solution comes down to individual daily disciplines. First, discipline your mind: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/Brainshots
A reading and commentary on Dr. Edwin Vieira, Jr's By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, Chapter 4, Part 1. What narratives will the political caste employ to impose “martial governance” upon We The People? How do these justifications square with legitimate legal principles and constitutional order? How will rogue public officers label “the good people” that rightfully resist official corruption and criminality? Can you imagine citizens being treated like belligerents under international laws of war with complete disregard for civil rights? Do you see signs of a police-state being formed now? What remedies could free people resort to in the face of tyranny? What are you ready to do to reassert constitutional governance and secure the blessings of liberty? Remember, We The People are “the government” and not just those holding public office. We The People have the right and duty to alter or abolish any government that is destructive of the ends for which it was formed. Martial governance under international laws of war is incompatible with the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. The two cannot coexist. Therefore, those seeking to impose “martial governance” are doing so not as government officials exercising constitutional delegated authority, but as criminals and tyrants. Yet there is a constitutional remedy for reasserting constitutional order in the face of tyranny if only We The People would exercise the necessary disciplines. Powerful push-button meditation: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/zen12
Closing out the reading and commentary on Dr. Edwin Vieira, Jr's By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, Chapter 3. Liberty requires discipline, both individually and communally. It's not enough to speak of wanting an ideal, you have to do the work to achieve it. Yet there are always excuses and distractions to be overcome, and self-delusion is one of the greatest obstacles to effective action. Securing a Free State is a rather straightforward matter of following clearly spelled out constitutional provisions for money and security and justice functions. The problem is with follow through. It requires an organized, armed, and disciplined population actively checking and arresting the corrupt ambitions of rogue public officials that abuse the political power entrusted to them. All of these problems flow from widespread apathy to the civic responsibility of executing the law, repelling invasions, and suppressing insurrections. Self-government requires engagement, and personal discipline, just like a free market in arms, is the necessary pre-condition to enjoying the fruits of liberty. Actively seeking discomfort in mind, body, and spirit is part of the training. Being clear on a goal and noticing the gap from where you are to where you want to be can help motivate, so long as you don't look away or seek distractions. Personal discipline is the necessary ingredient in your own martial training, success in every area of life, as well as maintaining constitutional order among a federation of republics. There is a way to right the ship of government. The Way is in training. It starts with your daily choices. Powerful push-button meditation: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/zen12
A reading and commentary on Dr. Edwin Vieira, Jr's By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, Chapter 3, Part 4, discussing how the “haves” are expropriating and immiserating the “have nots” and the “used to haves” using fear as a justification. The political caste cannot deliver on the “freedom from want” and, therefore, must resort to the “freedom from fear” by constantly inventing new justifications for the citizens to render ever more emergency powers. Centralization of power is just cover for resource grabs, central planning, and population control. It warns against the building of a police state and the erosion of civil liberties in the name of national security, emphasizing the need for individuals to resist political encroachment and the unjust exercises of governmental power. The war on terrorism has become a war of terror, waged through elaborate ruses against We The People with tyrannical designs. However, We The People are “the government” and are duty bound to execute the law, repel invasions, and suppress insurrections in order to secure a Free State where every enjoys private property, individual liberty, and the freedom of association and exchange. We The People can arrest the criminal behavior of rogue official if, and only if, each individual embraces the warrior disciplines and contributes to the maintenance of constitutional order. The best nootropic supplements to empower your mind and body for a victorious life: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/neuro
A reading and commentary of Dr. Edwin Vieira's By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, Chapter 3, Part 3. We delve into the intricate interplay of mindset, martial art, and the science of political-economy to address the problem of monopoly cartels that are undermining good governance and the livelihood of ordinary citizens. Through the lens of samurai philosophy, particularly insights from Miyamoto Musashi's "Book of Five Rings," we'll explore how every challenge presents an opportunity for victory. From the erosion of individual liberties, debasement of the currency, and social degeneracy to international conflict, together we'll uncover the silver lining that is always available in every dark cloud in the form of actionable solutions rooted in personal freedom, popular self-government, and local militia, that has the power to dismantle the perverse incentives of the political caste (politicians, bureaucrats, technocrats, and oligarchs). Embrace the mindset of an empowered individual, build the community of enlightened warriors, and help secure a more prosperous world with sound money, free markets, and private property. Powerful meditation in just 12 minutes: Https://www.everydaysamurai.life/Zen12
A reading and commentary on Dr. Edwin Vieira, Jr.'s By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, Chapter 3, Part 2. We delve into the intricate world of economic systems and political economies, drawing powerful analogies from the discipline and focus of the samurai. In this episode, Ken breaks down the Federal Reserve's grip on currency and credit management, highlighting the unsustainable nature of central banking and the economic divides it perpetuates. We explore the controversial idea of shifting to a new currency backed by silver, gold, or Bitcoin, and challenging the fiat monetary system that fuels inflation and inequality. We also touch on historical economic shifts post-World War 2, the impacts of disconnecting from the gold standard, and the ensuing boom-bust cycles. Dive into a discussion on the importance of free markets, honest competition, and the protection of private property as the foundation for fair economic stratification. The manipulation by central banks and big bankers is failing We The People. Yet, political-bureaucratic corruption is to be expected. The real problem is due to a lack of a self-governance mindset, and the key popular institutions of a free market commodity money and local militia to execute the law, which is the real purpose of the Second Amendment. Embark on this journey to understand how martial arts theory can serve as a lens to view economic resilience and rational resource allocation. Tune in as we discuss institutional changes needed in money and militia to rebuild our political landscape for the greater good. Meditate for performance with Zen 12: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/zen12 More info: link.everydaysamurai.life
A reading and commentary on Dr. Edwin Vieira's By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, Chapter 3, Part 1. Get the best shave of your life: www.everydaysamurai.life/OneBlade We explore the changing landscape of conflict due to technological advancements in 3D printing, drones, and artificial intelligence, emphasizing the importance of studying armed martial arts for developing situational awareness and an understanding of combat geometry. We discusses the potential imposition of martial law in the United States and the need for individuals to be prepared for the full spectrum of threats so that every citizen can contribute to securing a Free State with their martial capacity. This is the true, political purpose of the Second Amendment and the right to keep and bear arms. Consider the motives and personalities behind the expansion of a national police state apparatus and the potential catastrophic events that could lead to martial law, particularly amid the potential collapse of international monetary and banking systems, hyperinflation, and even more civil unrest. This all leads back to the importance of personal training, discipline, preparation, and awareness in navigating the current situation while having the practical means for maintaining liberty for ourselves and posterity.
A reading through Chapter 2 of Dr. Edwin Vieira's By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, in which the term "martial governance" is defined in light of Constitutional principles so that We The People can overcome the police state being built by aspiring tyrants. Your training in armed martial arts contributes to preventing the establishment of a police state by being ready to perform the civic duty of executing the law. Every able-bodied citizen has a responsibility to be physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually fit to protect the security of a free state and avoid reliance on monopoly government systems or rogue officials that abuse their delegated authorities. Get a 15% discount on your first order of the best nootropic supplements available at https://www.everyday samurai.life/neuro with the code: EDSAMURAI
Unravel the complexities of maintaining liberty in the face of political and bureaucratic safety measures which are building a police state. Get premium CBD: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/cornbread Use the code "everyday" at checkout for a 25% discount. There is a dangerous triad of collusion contributing to creeping tyranny: those who provide excuses, those who supply means, and those who aspire to seize power. The solution is an organized, armed & disciplined population actively involved in executing the law, repelling invasions & suppressing insurrections, including upon the rogue officials violating the terms of their delegated functions. This includes a reading from Dr. Edwin Vieira, Jr.'s book, By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law. Martial virtues, aligned with consitutional design, are a means of asserting dignity and the antidote to parisitism, predation, and those pushing global socialism. This conversation is not just an analysis but a call to action, urging listeners to harness their mindset and subscribe to a program of ongoing improvement to secure the blessings of a Free State. Join us as we dive deep into these pressing issues and explore potential solutions to resist the encroachment of tyranny while maintaining our cherished freedoms. Don't miss Ken's insights on how technologies like Bitcoin can offer ways to overcome control. Subscribe to Everyday Samurai, and let's empower ourselves to be vigilant defenders of liberty.
Optimize the mind-body system to find freedom in the world! Discusses practices for improving health, fitness, resilience, and physical preparedness in daily life. Diet, exercise, and a morning routine are explored alongside Japanese Shugendo, meditation, purification rituals, and martial arts. The importance of embracing paradoxes with equanimity, the need to always be armed, and the necessity of militia to secure a free state is emphasized. Visit Andy Duncan at Libertarianism.UK: One Blade Shave: everydaysamurai.life/OneBlade
Michael McKay, inventor of the GravityPal inversion table and author of two books, discusses the Terrain versus Virus theories of sickness and health. He describes a new paradigm for physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness using specific modalities and programs that have helped him recover from chronic illness, fatigue, and other injuries. Moreover, he shows how his practice of mindfulness and study of political economy helped him discern and penetrate some major deception operations that threaten your livelihood and freedom. Learn the secrets of this longevity sage! Michael McKay's article: gravitypal.com/how-do-we-get-sick/ Money Secrets: mises.org/library/secrets-about-money-put-you-risk Neurohacker Nootropic Supplements: everydaysamurai.life/neuro Use code EDSAMURAI for a 15% discount
Surveying the political landscape, social media, propaganda narratives, and the need for civil martial virtues to have any chance of restoring liberty on the Patriot Angle, Savage Unfiltered with Michael Gardner. Cornbread CBD: everydaysamurai.life/cornbread Use the code EVERYDAY for a 25% discount.
The Way of the Warrior is found in death and it eventually comes for everyone. This is why The Stoics used the phrase ‘memento mori' to keep the inevitability of death present in mind. An awareness of death reminds us to appreciate life, to be careful in small matters, and recognize that our time on earth is limited and, therefore, precious. Learning to deal with the inevitability of death, loss, and other forms of suffering is a skill that must be cultivated, particularly by those that consider themselves warriors. The mindfulness faculties acquired by accepting death yield powers useful in every area of life. In this interview conducted by the Death Dhamma Podcast we explore specific mindfulness techniques for skillfully processing our experiences of loss, suffering, and trauma. Notes: everydaysamurai.life/53 Neurohacker: everydaysamurai.life/neuro Discount Code: EDSAMURAI
What does Will Smith slapping Chris Rock have to do with the 47 Ronin, Alexander Hamilton, or Miyamoto Musashi? There's a common thread weaving between these historical conflicts that presents lessons on how principled warriors should settle interpersonal disputes. A free society, characterized by private property and contract based law, demands strict liability for making personal problems public. Samurai tradition points to the rigid discipline required to operate successfully amid armed culture. The further removed from the realities of combat, the more neglectful a population becomes and, therefore, the more inclined individuals are to unskillfully spew their unprocessed emotions onto others, creating negative externalities. This leads to the uncivilized process unfolding today into what will ultimately become anarcho-tyranny. Fortunately, the formula for restoring legal and cultural order is at hand: that the whole body of the people be always organized, armed, and disciplined in the martial arts and sciences. Get the best CBD at: Cornbread Hemp Show notes: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/52
An interview with the Lizard News Network on a variety of topics ranging from political corruption, drug cartels, Big Pharma and alternative remedies to respiratory infection, Hollywood hypocrisy, and the possibility of lizard people running the world. It's a bit of a wild rider. Enjoy. Lizard News Network: lizardnewsnetwork.buzzsprout.com Take 15% off your first order at Neurohacker Collective: https://Everydaysamurai.life/neuro Use the code “EDSamurai” at checkout.
James Santagata is the founder of Impact EQ and Silicon Edge, two training companies focused on empowering individuals and organizations with the physical, philosophical, and psychological advantages to prevail in every area of business and life. James takes a classic ‘business is war' approach, and his extensive experience in Japan and training in Samurai related martial arts manifests in the programmable psychology he offers his exclusive clientele. You will benefit from his insights on how to prevail in a crazy world by reprogramming your mind to succeed. James' websites: impacteq.com silicon-edge.com Up-level your shave: everydaysamurai.life/oneblade
Professor Jason Morgan, of Reitaku University in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, joins us to discuss his article on how private security is insufficient to secure a free state, how security providers like the samurai, the Praetorian Guard, and the Pinkertons tend to transform into statist nuisances, and why a popular militia of armed citizens, trained in the martial arts, is necessary for liberty and international peace. This is the real purpose of the Second Amendment and the right to keep and bear arms. Show notes: www.everydaysamurai.life/49 Neuro optimize: everydaysamurai.life/neuro
Bitcoin's increasing popularity is invoking calls for its suppression, with some calling it a threat to US national security that undermines the dollar. Yet, what are the characteristics and uses of sound money in the first place? What is a government's role in regulating money when that government is designed to secure liberty in the present and for posterity? We illustrate the issue using political conditions during Tokugawa Japan and the iconic samurai cinema and manga story, Lone Wolf and Cub, the baby cart assassin. Show notes: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/48 Esoteric Visualization: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/mikkyo
Dr. Edwin Vieira explains how the Second Amendment, taken in context with the militia clauses of the Constitution, can put an end to modern gun control, while also putting an end to the COVID19 lockdowns. The COVID19 pandemic has revealed gaps in the promise of self-government yet the Constitution already has the solutions. The authorities already exist in the ‘supreme law of the land’ and by revitalizing local institutions, deemed necessary to the security of a free state, people and communities can decentralize political control so as to put an end to the creeping tyranny at the federal and state levels while simultaneously protecting the right to keep and bear arms. This is a comprehensive, legal solution for restoring liberty, to ourselves and our posterity. Yet self-government active civic engagement, not reliance upon politicians, bureaucrats, and technocrats. Show notes: www.everydaysamurai.life/47 Tactical pens: https://go.everydaysamurai.life/pen
Dr. Edwin Vieira discusses how medicine and science can be funded without resort to politically manipulated, technocratic bureaucracies. The COVID19 pandemic has revealed gaps in the promise of self-government yet the Constitution already has the solutions. Leveraging existing authorities to revitalized local institutions, deemed necessary to the security of a free state, people and communities can decentralize political control and put an end the creeping tyranny at the federal and state levels while simultaneously protecting Second Amendment rights. This is the solution for those seeking a strategy to restore liberty, yet it, like all self-government, requires active participation. Notes: www.everydaysamurai.life/46 Cornbread CBD: www.everydaysamurai.life/cornbread
Dr. Edwin Vieira discusses how the policy responses of federal and state officials to COVID19 have exposed the extent technocracy has undermined the republican form of government promised in the United States Constitution, as well as what can be done about it. Notes: everydaysamurai.life/45 Free Language Learning: everydaysamurai.life/rocket
Continuing our conversation on physical posture as a means toward mental awareness, martial readiness, and personal success. Body, mind, and breath form a cybernetic loop to reinforce personal empowerment so you can focus on creating what you want in life for yourself, your loved ones, and your community. Posture, in combination with tactical breathing, is the quickest path to the flow state where we achieve super learning and skillful solutions to whatever we are confronting in life. Empowered individuals, warriors armed, organized, and disciplined along the dual path of scholarly and martial arts, are necessary to the security of a free state. Focusing on your posture is how you become resilient, potent, successful, and a net contributor to securing liberty. Learn how in this episode! Rise Above mindfulness: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/rise Free download outline of the material in this podcast: www.everydaysamurai.life/44
Physical posture is much more than bodily arrangement. Posture impacts physical health, mental awareness, and emotional attitude, as well as martial readiness. Proper posture is essential to securing your liberty because it is the common thread between mind, body, spirit, and the body of all your affairs. Posture is fundamental to samurai related martial arts but “kamae” is a comprehensive term that includes the physical body, relationships to potential opponents or environmental threats, in addition to the tools and resources at your disposal. Prevailing in conflict, or avoiding it in the first place, requires embodying a resilient posture and being well practiced with tactical breathing techniques is the best way to release stress, eliminate tension from the body, and elevate your situational awareness; so you can achieve optimal performance. Posture, in combination with deep abdominal breathing, is the quickest path to the flow state. Flow focused fitness: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/primal Free download outline of the material and other resources: www.everydaysamurai.life/43
James Williams Sensei of Nami-Ryu Aiki Heiho continues to discuss the opportunity to demonstrate leadership amidst crisis response. Knowing that the structure of the universe is such that a solution is always embedded within every problem offers a source of hope and a reason to forge ahead in the face of adversity. Show notes: www.everydaysamurai.life/42 Free 2 Week Language Learning: www.everydaysamurai.life/rocket
James Williams Sensei of Nami-ryu Aiki Heiho explains that crisis response is an opportunity for martial artists to demonstrate leadership, resilience, and clarity despite the hysteria and emotionalism prevalent online and in the mockingbird media. Shownotes: www.everydaysamurai.life/41 Fitness: www.everydaysamurai.life/primal
Those looking to secure Second Amendment gun rights as well as a libertarian strategy, an actual plan for practical implementation to restore liberty, should look to the works of Dr. Edwin Vieira for Constitutional principles and legal authorities already available to radically decentralize and put the power of purse and sword at the most local level. Not only does this legal approach protect gun rights under the Second Amendment, it prevents the current drift toward martial law, and restores the principles of self-government. Notes: www.everydaysamurai.life/40 Mindset: www.everydaysamurai.life/rise
Dr. Edwin Vieira contrasts immigration sanctuaries from those protecting the Second Amendment, differences in local sovereignty between the Dillon Rule and Home Rule, and how the Bundy Ranch standoff would have played out had Constitutional federalism was actually in effect. Notes: www.everydaysamurai.life/39 Your victorious mind: www.everydaysamurai.life/rise
Part two of a conversation with Dr. Edwin Vieira on Dr. Edwin Vieira on the situation in Virginia and how to secure Second Amendment rights, and end gun control, using legal tools already available in the Constitution. Notes: www.everydaysamurai.life/38
A conversation with Dr. Edwin Vieira on the situation in Virginia and how to secure so called Second Amendment rights using the legal tools available in both the state and general Constitutions. Dr. Vieira holds four degrees from Harvard, including a PhD and juris doctor. As a lawyer he has argued several precedent setting cases before the Supreme Court and testified before Congressional committees on matters of Constitutional order. He has authored several books on the proper monetary system authorized by the Constitution in addition to writing extensively on the indispensable role the militia play in the Constitutional system to provide for the security of a free state within a properly functioning federated republic. www.everydaysamurai.life/37
James Williams Sensei continues to share his unique approach to martial arts training, skillful aging, and personal development by releasing fear and subconscious programming in a way that allows you to focus on prevailing even in edged weapons engagements. Show notes: www.everydaysamurai.life/36
James Williams Sensei of Nami Ryu Aiki Heiho shares his path from boxer to teacher of samurai tradition to elite special operations units. Nami-ryu Aiki Heiho and affiliated dojo: https://www.namiryu.com/ Williams Sensei on the Eye and the Mind: https://www.systemofstrategy.com/blogs/news/112407494-the-eye-and-the-mind Special Mission Knives by Sensei Williams: https://williamsbladedesign.com/ Bugei Trading Company: All Things Samurai https://bugei.com/ Study Japanese (or any other language) with a free trial: everydaysamurai.life/rocket
Dave Chappelle recently said that the second amendment was there “just in case” the first one didn’t work out. This endorsement is welcome, however, also falls into the slippery slope of ceding entirely too much ground to aspiring tyrants. 2A rights are to secure a free state, not for waiting to rebel against an out of control Leviathan. Training with the tools of combat , exemplified by samurai related martial arts, leads to a society of individuals empowered with awareness, discipline, and an understanding of cause and effect. Carlin on a rant: https://youtu.be/oI5EY5kqiBU Brainwave Shots: www.everydaysamurai.life/shots Shop.EverydaySamurai.Life
I was interviewed by Pete Quinones on the Free Man Beyond the Wall podcast regarding my article on how Military Flag Officer’s Threaten Liberty. We discuss a bit of my backstory and how I became interested in political-economy as well as what to do about the threats posed to the “security of a free state” by the permanent bureaucracy. Pete Quinones: https://freemanbeyondthewall.com/ Original Article: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/blog/how-military-flag-officers-threaten-liberty/ Mindset: www.everydaysamurai.life/shots Swag: shop.everydaysamurai.life
A recent opinion piece from retired Navy SEAL Admiral William McRaven highlights the threat to liberty posed by a standing army and the high-level bureaucrats that helm them in service to the Military Industrial Congressional Complex. McRaven’s Op-Ed: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/17/opinion/trump-mcraven-syria-military.html Van Buren’s Comment: https://wemeantwell.com/blog/2019/10/18/so-admiral-mcraven-just-called-for-a-military-coup-kinda/ Master your mind: www.everydaysamurai.life/zen12 New ED-Shi gear: shop.everydaysamurai.life
The so-called deep state has leftist roots aiming at the centralization and control of political power. This manifests as decision-making authority of financial resources and private property at the expense of personal liberty. All states tend to become deep by the very nature of bureaucracy, which is inherently plagued by the failures of socialism, an inability to conduct economic calculation and direct resources to their highest-valued ends. Therefore all bureaucracies are not only wasteful but also, in the absence of market competition and price signals, blind to the needs of the people they are supposed to serve. Bureaucracies naturally transform into self-serving institutions ripe to advance leftist ideology and advance the deep state. Leftist capture of key social and governmental institutions especially media outlets and education further grows the deep state through social engineering and shaping public discourse. Rather than preserving liberty and encouraging free thinking, leftists, politicians, and senior executive bureaucrats look upon individuals as pawns in their master plan. All of this is inimical to free-thinking, entrepreneurship, and liberty. Leftists and the deep state prefer an ignorant and distracted citizenry that they can tax, mold, and direct at will. Yet government in the Enlightenment tradition is supposed to protect liberty and secure a free space for people to pursue their own happiness. In order to restore the proper role and function of government, all leftist designs must be resisted and the deep state must be undermined. It begins with understanding the principles of justice and must translate into positive action. Learn how with this discussion of history, current events, and the essential nature of martial art in the security of a free state. Get a free download outline of Igensho: The Book of Dignity www.everydaysamurai.life/dignity Learn the history, economics, and political science to secure a free state: www.libertydojo.com About Albert J. Nock: https://mises.org/profile/albert-jay-nock Frederick Bastiat, The Law: https://fee.org/resources/the-law
Incrementalism is the gradual path of encroachment upon individual rights that leads to tyranny. Before someone can exert their will over you they must first disarm you. This is why there can be no compromise on the fundamental principles of liberty. Being well trained in the use of arms and actually having them in your possession at all times is an essential ingredient to securing yourself, as well as contributing to the security of a free state. Individually and collectively, a free society cannot allow incrementalism to erode the foundations of justice and the practical means of maintaining self-government. That a Free State offers no privileges to those that would live as parasites must engage in incrementalism and obscure their designs. All politics is based on deception. The political class must pervert law away from its real purpose of serving justice and promoting social harmony before they can exert their will upon their constituents. They must confuse issues and pit groups against one another in order to divide and rule. Upholding the principles of justice are easy when you understand the simplicity of common law: do all you have agreed to do and do not encroach upon other people or their property. A government orchestrated for this sole purpose, the protection of people and their property is inexpensive and noninvasive. It is entirely opposite to the present experience with governments, the most expensive and invasive humanity has ever known. There is a better way. It begins by developing the your own dignity and self-mastery, grounded in principle and disciplined to bring forth your highest capacities. This is why we train along the dual path of scholarly and martial arts. Bring your best self forward with the enhanced mindfulness practice of Brain Shots: www.everydaysamurai.life/shots References: Aristotle: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/politics-a-treatise-on-government/id395545349?mt=11 Mark Mazower, Governing The World: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/governing-the-world/id520240957?mt=11 Abraham Maslow on the hierarchy of needs: Toward a Psychology of Being https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/book/toward-a-psychology-of-being/id1130653193?mt=11&at=1000lNCh John Locke’s Second Treatise of Government: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/second-treatise-of-government/id395546114?mt=11 Clausewitz On War: All Volumes (Illustrated) https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/book/on-war-all-volumes-illustrated/id473064144?mt=11&at=1000lNCh Sun Tzu, The Art of War: The Art of War https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/book/the-art-of-war/id1161754554?mt=11&at=1000lNCh
Rather than focusing on doomsday insurgencies against tyranny, like a recent ammo.com article described, it’s more skillful to use the Constitutional prescription for the security of a free state. It’s time to change the narrative on the use of arms in a just society, particularly to curtail the designs of rogue officials. In this, pragmatic strategies from samurai tradition allow individual arts, like aikido, to scale up for larger social contribution. Boost your mindset: www.everydaysamurai.life/shots Logo gear: www.everydaysamurai.life/logo Show notes: www.everydaysamurai.life/29
Today we go to the heart of the political-economic problems confronting the United States, and the world for that matter, to find Constitutional solutions scholar-warriors can implement and seize the initiative. Based on an article by Dr. Edwing Vieira Read the show notes at www.everydaysamurai.life/28 Fitness: www.everydaysamurai.life/progress Mindset: www.everydaysamurai.life/zen12 List: www.everydaysamurai.life/dignity Gear: www.everydaysamurai.life/logo
A violent encounter caught on film against a female police officer getting a gun stuck in her face reveals deep lessons for warrior-scholars advancing liberty. Strategy and tactics, based on the universal and scientific principles of natural law, for the security of a free state, are informed by the principles of political economy. Meditation: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/zen12 Logo gear: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/logo Officer Tedesco video: https://youtu.be/7v1oP0KX14Q
Criminal tragedies in the first minutes of the New Year 2019, reinforce the seriousness of conflict in the real world. Securing life, liberty, and property requires training founded upon reality, where consequences matter not only for individuals but society as a whole. In 1928, Kenji Tomiki wrote a letter expressing the superiority of aikijujutsu (aikido) to the sport of judo for the arena of ‘shinken shobu’ where edged weapon combat with live blades determines life or death. Reality based martial training, properly oriented on self-governance, must do away with a sporting mentality and focus on protection against armed aggression. Meditation: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/zen12 Free language training: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/rocket Logo gear: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/logo https://www.aikidosangenkai.org/blog/a-letter-from-kenji-tomiki-to-isamu-takeshita/
Ascribing human qualities to abstractions, like society and the resulting yet illogical social contract theory, opens the door to corruption and abuse. Countering these fallacies with the Precision Model of thinking demands specificity and affords greater understanding to everyone involved. The evolution of law, justice, and governance also requires greater precision, specificity, and explicit terms for contracted security. Free 2 week language course: www.everydaysamurai.life/rocket Mobility Reborn: www.everydaysamurai.life/reborn Brennan’s Article: https://reason.com/archives/2018/12/07/when-nonviolence-isnt-enough Precision Model: http://sourcesofinsight.com/precision-model-for-avoiding-language-pitfalls/
While somewhat helpful, creating a vision of a more secure and prosperous world requires more than mere slogans. It requires knowing what, exactly, to defend. Leaving these definitions unclear only invites corruption and the perversion of law. There is a way to clarity. Listen to find out. Logo gear: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/logo Free 2 week language training: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/rocket Property & Human Rights: https://history.fee.org/publications/property-rights-and-human-rights/
We can learn from tragedy and incorporate unfortunate lessons into our greater situational awareness that creates the space necessary to apply technique. This also requires a legal environment that supports individual dignity, based on scientific law. Logo gear: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/logo Meditation: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/zen12 Homeless attacker: https://youtu.be/XeOy2qsV5E4 Darrell Lunsford video: https://youtu.be/FBBbCieKiYM Richard Maybury: www.earlywarningreport.com/books.html
Real progress comes through deliberate human action working with natural resources to produce life-enhancing goods. This requires a legal environment that protects private property, repels invasions, and values individual initiative. Samurai leader Hojo Tokimune defended Japan from the Mongol horde, yet died tragically from Tuberculosis. New logo gear: www.everydaysamurai.life/logo Get our bonus training guide with any tactical pen: https://shop.everydaysamurai.life Yoga: www.everydaysamurai.life/progress Richard Maybury: https://www.earlywarningreport.com/books.html
Samurai martial systems are relevant to those who would protect liberty today. Training needs to be practical not only for self-defense but for the rule of law and the evolution of human well-being. Get our bonus training guide with any tactical pen: https://shop.everydaysamurai.life Meditation: www.everydaysamurai.life/zen12 Yoga: www.everydaysamurai.life/progress Gleason Sensei’s Post: https://shobuaikidoboston.blogspot.com/2018/10/aikido-as-martial-art.html
The purpose of a commonwealth is to protect a community’s resources and communal solutions are identical to private property for individuals. This is the baseline for higher human flourishing, validated by Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. Get our bonus training guide with any tactical pen: https://shop.everydaysamurai.life Meditation: www.everydaysamurai.life/zen12 Your daily success vitamin: www.everydaysamurai.life/success Gaku Homma Kancho: http://www.nippon-kan.org/senseis-corner/gaku-homma-sensei-articles/do-not-teach-budo-if-you-are-worried-about-your-komebitsu/
Swords in the hands of, all, men are so that none would be slaves. Contrary to “gun control” advocates, the Second Amendment is actually for the security of a Free State. Find out how to turn their ignorance into liberty’s victory! Get our bonus training guide with any tactical pen: https://shop.everydaysamurai.life Unlock the strength of your hip flexors: www.everydaysamurai.life/unlock Dr. Edwin Vieira on the Militia & Slavery: http://edwinvieira.com/edwin15.htm Geopolitical analyst Richard Maybury: www.earlywarningreport.com Scahill’s video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PV17J_JOkMk
Studying samurai combat systems, focused on edged weapon engagements, cultivates civic virtue, necessary to live a dignified life, & promote a free society. All men have a biological duty and obligation to protect civil order through readiness, awareness, and deliberate action. Get our training guide as a bonus with any tactical pen: https://shop.everydaysamurai.life Primal Stress Fitness: www.everydaysamurai.life/primal James Williams Sensei: www.namiryu.com www.systemofstrategy.com www.bugei.com https://williamsbladedesign.com/
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