My Mastery Vehicle

Kung fu is a journey that will confound the best intentions and plans. Time is the only commodity that matters and there is never enough of it to spend on the things that are important.

Mastery is more than just basic proficiency. A long time ago I had to make a decision concerning priorities and what I wanted to do with my life. Piano, guitar, hockey, golf, chess, skiing, and kung fu. There was no way I was going to master anything to an acceptable level unless I made mastery the priority. I had to narrow my focus. That focus became kung fu and kung fu became my main vehicle for mastery. In retrospect I can see that decision put me on my present path and that path has brought everything I value into my life. I owe everything to kung fu. 

Today mastery is entwined into my life because of the art of kung fu. This art humbles me with its simple but rich tapestry. It fills me with purpose and inspiration. It has defined me.

“If you only do what you can do, you will never be more than you are now.” ― Master Oogway