In my experience, the practice of Standing the State—also known by various names such as Zhan Zhuang, Standing Zen, Standing Post, Jam Jong, or simply Standing—has frequently been misunderstood, misused, or underappreciated by a significant number of individuals who come across this discipline. Despite its profound potential, many practitioners approach it with preconceived notions or a lack of understanding, leading to a myriad of misconceptions about its true nature and ben

Energy, Calm, Power is a return to that awareness. It provides a foundation for whatever you choose to build — physical training, leadership, family, or a calmer way of moving through the day. It isn’t another program to master, but a reminder.

The concept of Holistic Self Defense represents a profound reframe of the Western conception of martial arts, moving beyond mere physical combat to encompass a cultivation of the entire self. This ancient perspective views the ability to defend oneself pugilisticly as nothing more than the capstone of a much larger, foundational pyramid.