Why Senshin?
The word Senshin translates as dedication, concentration and undivided attention. The term Senshin is also used to describe the highest of the five Spirits of Budo (the way of the warrior). Shoshin: (初心) Beginners’ Mind Zanshin: (残心) Lingering Mind Mushin: (無心) No Mind Fudoshin: (不動心) Immovable Mind Senshin (先心) Purified spirit ‘Senshin: the enlightened mind of the advanced budoka. Holding all life sacred, to strive to protect and be in harmony with all life.’ Seeing the best in humanity, to endeavor to foster compassion even for those who would do you harm. With Senshin, recognizing the universal connectedness of life, to understand how one simple act affects every aspect of life. To see the dilemma and the worth of life with your heart, mind and soul.’ ‘Shoshin: beginner’s mind is the quintessential mindset for learning. In the beginner’s mind there is openness, eagerness, a lack of preconceptions. With Shoshin there are many possibilities no matter the le
