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As we wrap up another week of training and growth, let's reflect on the key lessons we've explored and ensure you're equipped with all the resources to enhance your practice.

Key Insights from This Week:

Winning Before the Fight Begins: We've delved into strategies that allow a Ninja to control the outcome of a confrontation before it even starts. By mastering subtle cues and psychological tactics, you can influence an opponent's perceptions and decisions, effectively neutralizing threats without physical engagement.​

The Power of Ninja no Hachimon & Key Elements from the Togakure-Ryu's Ninja Juhakkei: Understanding and utilizing these elements can significantly impact an adversary's mindset. More than just "interesting" lists from Ninja history, or outdated skill sets, the 8 mandatory areas of study within the Ninja no Hachimon (8 Gates of Ninjutsu Training) and those contained within the Ninja Juhakkei (18 Discipline / Training areas) contain the principles and concepts that allow us to do more than win a physical fight.

Just like MMA is an attempt within the competitive fight world for contestants to fill in the gaps left by most systems for winning a one-on-one fight in that realm, the Ninja's traditional frameworks give him or her the skills, tools, and techniques to handle any threat, danger, or extreme survival situations... be it physical, psycho-emotional, or even battling the demons and limitations we carry inside that can and do get in our way.

But Ninpo is much more than a mere fight system.  And, contrary to popular belief it's not something you can throw together with this or that because it looks right.  It's not the Ninja's techniques and cool weapons, or even the black suit and stealth techniques that make a Ninja and "Ninja."  It's how he or she thinks, looks at themselves and their world, and approaches problems and pressure... it's how we LIVE that makes you a Ninja or...

...something else!

Training Resources:

To reinforce this week's themes, here are some valuable training and materials:

KUDEN! Podcast Episode: "The Ninja's Secret Weapon: Winning Before the Fight Even Starts." This episode offers deep insights into preemptive strategies and the mental aspects of Ninjutsu. ​This week's feature podcast directory is... Apple Podcasts

New Article: "The Evolution of Martial Arts: Why Ninjutsu Has Always Been the Ultimate MMA — And Why It’s FAR More Than Just Fighting." This piece explores the comprehensive nature of Ninjutsu and its application beyond mere combat.​  Read it here...

Warrior's Whiteboard Replay: If you missed the live session, catch up with the recording to add the strategies and tactics discussed this week.

Weekly Opportunity:

Deepen your understanding of Ninjutsu's foundational principles with our Ninja no Hachimon course. This program covers the eight essential training areas, providing an holistic approach to your martial arts journey. Enroll now to enhance your skills and knowledge.​  Start with just the Student Cheat Sheet, which not only outlines the traditional 8 skill sets (Hell, you can get those in the article above) but also shows you what the modern equivalents should be based on the original principles!

Or... Dive into one of the members-only Program Options HERE while they still include the extra bonuses and discount (don't worry, I'll still include the cheat sheet!)

And, finally...

That's it for now...

Stay committed to your training, and remember, the path of the Ninja is one of continuous learning and self-improvement.

Your Teacher on the Path,

Jeffrey M. Miller SPS, DTI

Dai-Shihan, Bujinkan Dojo International

Kancho, Warrior Concepts Int'l / Mori no Tora Dojo

P.S. Our next live seminar - Annual Spring Ninja Camp 2025 is scheduled for May 2nd, 3rd & 4th. Ensure you join us to continue building on this week's lessons.

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