This one’s just for you patrons! Geek out with me as I take you through the Wah Lum Temple Star Map from the Temple anniversary image.
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433. ICYMI Suzy Chan on breast cancer, tai chi and music
October is a busy month: We honor Pink October, Hispanic Heritage and Filipino American History Month. In order to give myself a bit of a mental health break, I am going to be sharing some episodes that you might have missed.
This interview was recorded 5 years ago in celebration of my mom’s 70th birthday. We discuss her experience with breast cancer and her healing process. My mom did not opt for chemotherapy, but instead healed with her strong spirit and practiced the ancient art form of tai chi chuan. We of course do not recommend this for everyone, but listen on to hear survival story.
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426. Wayne Tsse on Chinese philosophy, culture, and history
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Wayne Tsse in Hong Kong for a special episode of my podcast, where we explored Chinese philosophy and history—but through a deeply personal lens.
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423. Bridging Traditional Martial Arts and American Values
At the Wah Lum Temple, Chinese martial arts is not just about fighting—it’s about becoming a better human being. This week on the podcast, Oscar and I dive into the philosophy behind how and why we train. At the heart of our teaching is a belief in respect, humility, kindness, and the pursuit of becoming 1% better every day.
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415. Martial Arts Philosophy in Daily Life
In our latest MiOsc podcast episode, we dive deep into martial arts philosophy , exploring the interplay between internal and external elements. Whether in the explosive movements of kung fu or the meditative flow of tai chi, these principles extend far beyond training, influencing our approach to life, work, and personal growth.
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413. We are Wah Lum family
This past weekend, the Wah Lum family came together in a truly special way to celebrate Sifu Bob Rosen’s 40th anniversary in Boston’s Chinatown. It was more than just a milestone; it was a testament to the strength of our community, the deep roots of our traditions, and the unbreakable bonds we share through our martial arts journey.
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410. To Wah Lum, with love
Oscar and I explore the traditions and philosophy of Wah Lum, emphasizing the vital role integrity plays in both martial arts and daily life.
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Best of: Suzy Chan on breast cancer, tai chi and music
October is a busy month: We honor Pink October, Hispanic Heritage and Filipino American History Month. In order to give myself a bit of a mental health break, I am going to be sharing some episodes that you might have missed.
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The Wah Lum Sifu Test 2024
Every three years, Wah Lum instructors from around the globe gather to the Temple headquarters to take the Sifu Test. Everyone is a student first.
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Lions and Firecrackers and Kung fu, Oh My!
We are almost finished with the shows for Chinese New Year (CNY). It’s hard to believe in 2 days we did over 30 performances. I’m not sure why I am always surprised, because this has been our tradition… this is our culture.
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Good fruit comes to those who wait!
My father wakes up before the sun rises and starts his day by going to the Wah Lum Temple to light incense to honor his ancestors…
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394. MiOsc on Wah Lum Kung Fu Tradition, Philosophy, and Snowflakes
The 1-2 combination of MiOsc is back discussing the deep-rooted philosophy of Wah Lum Kung Fu. We reflect on how its practices often clash with the individualistic mindset prevalent in Western culture.
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