This is the internet home of The New Age Philosopher. I am a published author, philosopher and Aikido student. I am also a Taoist, but enjoy many aspects of Buddhism. As we walk along the path of spiritual enlightenment, we must not forget why we are here. We all have a mission in this lifetime. But to find it we must search within. This is something we all must find out for ourselves. It is different for all of us. But we must contribute in some way. I am here to make a difference through writing, teaching, and sharing.
I am also a leader, but we can only lead by example. Leadership of any kind consists of integrity, character, courage, confidence and guidance. Which means passing on the wisdom of the universe. Remember, we are all connected to this universal energy. And we can all learn something from everyone.
This page is about:
Writing, Martial Arts, Health, Philosophy, Nature.
H - Honor
E - Excellence
C - Creativity
K - Knowledge
A - Awareness
T - Tenacity
H - Health
O - Open-mindedness
R - Renewal
N - Nirvana
Once this page is completed, I will have links to my poetry and some quotes from the many great minds, past and present. In the meantime, I hope you enjoy the samples below.
Thanks,
Bruce
"Ki-Shin-Tai"
The Aiki Spirit in Me
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By: Bruce Heckathorn
An infinite force
The cleansing inside
Natural power of breath
My eyes open wide
Perpetual movement
Even standing still
Endless connection
Imposing my will
To give and receive
Wholeness attained
Deflecting attack
Negativity drained
Enter the realm
Floating on air
All in a flash
I am no longer there
A unified being
All creatures combined
Whirling in circles
My spirit refined
The Fog Has Lifted
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By: Bruce Heckathorn
My vision restored
And the future so clear
I can only see truth
With deep spirits near
The senses now lucid
A vast empty mind
The reality is cloudless
Leaving all else behind
I will not acknowledge
A negative thought
A path paved with honor
No longer distraught
Confusion departed
A new life appears
My focus on truth
Dissolving all fears
The integral man
Always shines through
Once clouds are lifted
All thoughts become true
Everything great is just as difficult to realize as it is rare to find.
-Spinoza "Ethics"
Links to other sites on the Web
Translation of the Dhammapada
Aikido Photos
Ki Development-(Universal Energy)
Buddhism
More Buddhist Links
Taoism-The Gateless Gate
Tao Te Ching of Lao Tzu
I Ching
AikiWeb
TAO
Author: Bruce Heckathorn (taobuddhabwh@geocities.com)
© 1997 bheckathorn@juno.com
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