Dance with Heaven & Earth: Life Lessons from Zen & Aikido by Anna Sanner (Englis

Description: Dance with Heaven & Earth by Anna Sanner The texts in this book are inspired by the teachings of Katsuyuki Shimamoto, 8th dan, who has been a Zen priest and aikido teacher for 50 years. the title is taken from a poem that frequently graces his calligraphies: Harmonize with others Harmonize with Heaven and Earth Dance with others Dance with Heaven and Earth Humble and congenial, Katsuyuki Shimamoto is a perpetrator of aikido as a martial art of peace that seeks to create harmony. Influenced strongly by Zen, he emphasizes good posture, calm breathing, universal acceptance, simplicity, and minimalist aesthetics. These short pieces of wisdom taken from aikido and Zen help us understand that living with others is what allows us to live at all. That the right form - including posture, field of vision, and breathing - can change not only our outlook but the outcome, too. That we can neutralize any attack once we learn to accept it. That true victory is to win against our weaknesses, and fighting only serves as a stepping stone towards harmony. That with the right approach, the very life we struggle with can turn into the greatest treasure. Photographer and designer Morteza Ariana has not only given the book a beautiful look but also contributed significantly to conveying its message by adding a visual component to its expression. His breathtaking original photographs resonate with Katsuyuki Shimamotos sense for Zen aesthetics and clarity of communication. Every text is juxtaposed with one of these images, adding another dimension to its meaning, and often alluding to the contradictory nature of Zen teachings intended to help practitioners overcome the boundaries of reason. Get ready for a book that takes you straight to the heart of the matter. Dance with Heaven & Earth! FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Details ISBN1477220887 Author Anna Sanner Short Title DANCE W/HEAVEN & EARTH Pages 248 Publisher Authorhouse Language English ISBN-10 1477220887 ISBN-13 9781477220887 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2012 Imprint Authorhouse Subtitle Life Lessons from Zen & Aikido Country of Publication United States Illustrations black & white illustrations Publication Date 2012-07-30 UK Release Date 2012-07-30 AU Release Date 2012-07-30 NZ Release Date 2012-07-30 US Release Date 2012-07-30 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:84437237;

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