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Kuzushi: Reframing Disruption
Kuzushi, the concept of breaking balance in Aikido, helps us reframe disruption. Life's chaos and uncertainty can be a gift that awakens us.

Ann O'Brien
Jan 232 min read


Ganbatte, or Good Luck?
We’ve had a series of tests lately in our Aikido program, with more to come. And at these occasions, in the U.S. we tend to say, “Good...

Ann O'Brien
Jul 15, 20241 min read


3 Stages of Ukemi (Receiving + Responding)
Ukemi, the art of receiving + responding in Aikido, has 3 stages: safety, learning + teaching. Here are some tips for mastering each stage.

Ann O'Brien
Jun 9, 20244 min read


Aikido, Depth and Happiness
I took Aikido briefly in college, and then again in grad school, which led me to train 4 years at the renowned Boulder Aikikai. As a...

Ann O'Brien
Apr 19, 20242 min read
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