Be Like Water: Practical Wisdom from the Martial Arts

Joseph Cardillo

Dec 2008 · Sold by Grand Central Publishing

About this ebook

In the vein of Bruce Lee's famous "be water, my friend" speech as referenced by Tom Brady comes a guide to harnessing your energy to increase focus and peace.

"A fascinating and helpful book for everyone trying to make sense of our crazy world." -- Joe Hyams, Author of Zen in the Martial Arts

Joseph Cardillo, Ph.D and top-selling author, reveals the philosophy behind the martial arts techniques that lead to a creative and fulfilled life in this entertaining and insightful guide. Using the techniques outlined in this book, you will feel more deeply and gain confidence in your ability to take care of yourself.

Ratings and reviews

Guides you through many facets of self evaluation. Although it focuses on martial arts,it applies to everyday life and touches on so many subjects. I've purchased this book so many times and given so many copies to friends,relatives,and students. It touches my inner soul!!! A must read!

This book has deep knowledge that will take a few reads to begin to fully understand the true message. I will revisit this read at least once a year to grasp new ideologies in how to live a better life. This book reminds me allot of the I Ching.

When the practices are taken seriously you do react to the world differently.

About the author

Joseph Cardillo has held the post of head advisor and instructor for the Hudson Valley Community College Martial Arts Club for over a decade. He is a black belt martial arts expert and longtime practitioner of several martial arts including Kenpo Karate, Wing Chun Kung Fu, Tai Chi Chuan, Kali, and Dumog. As a writer, he has taught creative writing for twenty-three years at several colleges, including the University of Albany, where he served as visiting professor in the School of Educational Theory and Practice. At present, he is a full professor of English and Creative Writing at Hudson Valley Community College of the State University of New York. He travels around the country regularly, giving seminars and workshops based on his writings.