{"id":26923,"date":"2022-08-01T01:10:35","date_gmt":"2022-08-01T05:10:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/?p=26923"},"modified":"2022-07-26T17:50:40","modified_gmt":"2022-07-26T21:50:40","slug":"book-review-the-warriors-meditation-by-richard-l-haight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/2022\/08\/01\/book-review-the-warriors-meditation-by-richard-l-haight\/","title":{"rendered":"Book Review – The Warrior’s Meditation by Richard L. Haight"},"content":{"rendered":"

Book Review<\/b><\/span><\/span>
\nThe Warrior’s Meditation<\/b><\/span><\/span>
\nby Richard L. Haight<\/b><\/span><\/span>
\nPublished by Shinkaikan Body, Mind, Spirit LLC
\n<\/b><\/span><\/span>198 Pages<\/b><\/span><\/span>
\nPublished: December 2021<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/h1>\n

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\u201cTo get a picture of the Warrior\u2019s Meditation, imagine a battlefield scenario with a single Samurai stands surrounded by multiple opponents. A novice\u2019s attention would jump from opponent to opponent in an anxious attempt to defend himself. Such a strategy soon tires the warrior, who will be defeated. An expert warrior will spread his attention evenly in all directions but still experience anxiety as he mentally plans his strategy. His thought and anxiety may be his downfall if his opponents are truly skilled. A master\u2019s attention, like the expert\u2019s, is spread evenly, but he remains as calm as the surface of a still lake. With no predetermined idea of what his actions might be, his body takes the right action without a single thought…\u201d<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

The Warrior\u2019s Meditation<\/em> by Richard L. Haight is separated into five (5) parts and twenty-three (23) chapters. The Warrior\u2019s Meditation<\/em> is a technique that evolved from Mr. Haight\u2019s martial arts training in Japan and his creation of a specific meditation technique, the Total Embodiment Methodology<\/em> or TEM method. The goal is one of allowing the individual to \u201cblend meditation into your daily life, so that you are no longer held back by the requirements of a quiet space, specific<\/em>
\nbody postures, and dogmas…\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Towards this end the reader is guided through the meditation practice of TEM as well as providing a close inspection of the more traditional approaches towards meditation.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Part 1: Principles of Meditation<\/strong> provides the reader with a concise overview of the components of meditation and how each form of meditation expresses these in alignment with their specific focus.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWhat is meditation? Many people tend to equate meditation with a certain disciplined practice that entails sitting cross-legged in silence, with eyes closed. Readers might be surprised to find that there are many ways to tap into the <\/em>vibrant awareness of meditation, and they are not all equally efficient\u2026\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Mr. Haight takes the reader through the process of concentration, brainwave states and their relevance to meditative practice and an interesting technique called \u201cvagal breathing\u201d as a means of shifting from beta to alpha brain states.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Part II: Natural Meditation Portals<\/strong> takes the reader on an exploration of engaging the senses in the meditation practice as a means of entering into a whole-body experience. Chapters such as Conscious Sight (Ch. 6), Conscious Hearing (Ch. 7), Conscious Olfaction (Ch. 8), Conscious Tasting (Ch. 9), Conscious Feeling (Ch. 10) and a conclusory Chapter 11: Final Thoughts on Portals of the Senses that brings it all together.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Parts III: Basic TEM Practice<\/strong> introduces the meat of the Warrior\u2019s Meditation. Having laid the necessary foundations in the previous sections, the reader is now ready to explore the Total Embodiment Methodology created by Mr. Haight.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cOnce we explore the Warrior\u2019s Meditation, we will learn the proper mindset of meditation, how to deal with mental resistance, and how to become ever more flexible with the practice, so that we can begin to integrate TEM more thoroughly into our active daily lives\u2026\u201d<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

The chapters of this section guide the reader step-by-step through the TEM technique. The overall feel is one that encourages and has similar dynamics to those that would be accessible if the reader were in the presence of an instructor.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The final offering\u2014Ready Reference\u2014provides the reader with a concise and broad overview of the topics and practices Mr. Haight has presented.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Would I Recommend:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Warrior\u2019s Meditation<\/em>\u00a0by Richard L. Haight is definitely a different perspective on meditation practice. Where most contemplative practices strive to insulate the meditator, Mr. Haight\u2019s TEM practice allows the reader to fully engage the sensorial modalities, immediately fully immersing the individual in an alert and more fully present state. The fast-paced nature of our society and resultant anxieties, stress and fears pulls us into the nexus of upheaval and instability. The Warrior\u2019s Meditation<\/em> provides a much needed tool to combat this state and with intentional practice and daily commitment, the reader will find solace and comfort in the midst of the fray and be able to navigate anything that provides challenge. I will be trying this technique routinely and sharing the contents of this book for some time to come.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Richard L. Haight is the founder of the Total Embodiment Method (TEM), which is an awareness training system designed to integrate meditation into one’s daily life. Richard is the author of The Unbound Soul<\/em> and The Warrior’s Meditation<\/em> and a master-level instructor of martial, meditation and healing arts.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Richard began formal martial arts training at age 12 and moved to Japan at the age of 24 to advance his training with masters of the sword, staff, and aiki-jujutsu. During his 15 years in Japan, Richard was awarded masters licenses in fours samurai arts as well as a traditional healing art called sotai-ho. Richard is one of the world’s foremost experts in the traditional Japanese martial arts. Through his
\nbooks, his meditation, and martial arts seminar, Richard Haight is helping to ignite a world-wide movement for personal transformation that is free of all constraints and open to anyone of any level. He now lives and teaches in southern Oregon, U.S.A. Find out more at www.richardlhaight.com<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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The Warrior’s Meditation on Amazon<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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About the author:<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Robin Fennelly\u00a0<\/b><\/i><\/span><\/span><\/span>is an Elder within\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>The Assembly of the Sacred Wheel Tradition<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/u><\/span>\u00a0and serves as High Priestess of\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>C<\/a>oven of the Mystic Path<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/u><\/span>, the 12th Coven\u00a0within the Assembly of the Sacred Wheel Tradition. She teaches\u00a0and facilitates\u00a0classes for the Pagan Experience Study Group that\u00a0serves as foundation for membership within\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>Coven of the Mystic Path<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/u><\/span>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Her spiritual journey is strongly rooted in both Eastern philosophy and the Western Magickal systems from which she has formed a core foundation that is diverse in knowledge and rich in spiritual practice.\u00a0 A life-long learner, her practice has evolved from the classical and philosophical teachings of books, practical experience and enrichment of this knowledge\u00a0base by attending workshops of various spiritual traditions presented by master teachers.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Robin formally came to the Wiccan path in 1994. Following a practice as a solitary for 2 years, she dedicated to\u00a0Oak and Willow Coven of The Assembly of the Sacred Wheel Tradition in November of 1996. She received her\u00a01st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th (Elder) degrees within the Assembly Tradition and has served as High Priestess of two ASW covens since Samhain of 2001 and the Winter Solstice of 2015.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n


\nAs a teacher of esoteric and magickal studies\u00a0she uses Energetic Anatomy, Tarot, Astrology, Hermetic Qabala, Eastern Philosophy, and Numerology as the foundations of her diverse selection of workshops and writings for more than 25\u00a0years. Exploration of varied energetic protocol has been the focus of her work for some time now and the information gained through direct experience informs all of her magickal and spiritual work.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Robin\u2019s writings have been featured online, and in print Internationally.\u00a0 She has authored several books incorporating her unique style of writing making use of poetry, prose and pathworking to enhance the concepts presented.\u00a0 She has taught extensively throughout the Pagan community, including Sacred Space Conference, Spring Magick, Between the Worlds Interfaith Conference and Free Spirit Gathering Festival. Her most recent projects include a channel on youtube: <\/span><\/span><\/span>A Journey to the Inner Chamber<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/u><\/span>. <\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span>She also shares audio pathworkings and ritual on her bandcamp site: <\/span><\/span><\/span>Teachings on the Path with Robin.<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/u><\/span> <\/u><\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Robin is the owner of\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Holistic Embrace\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/span>providing services for mind, body and spirit such as Tarot readings, Astrology reports, Spiritual Guidance\u00a0and other related offerings.\u00a0 She lives in Eastern Pennsylvania and her life is blessed by a 40+- year marriage, five children and the opportunity to work in the field of public education.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Robin\u2019s Website<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>www.robinfennelly.com<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

Coven of the Mystic Path, ASW<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>www.covenofthemysticpath.org<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

Her books can be found on Amazon or purchased directly through her website:<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

For more info<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>http:\/\/www.robinfennelly.com\/books.html<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

The Inner Chamber, Vol. 1 It\u2019s Written in the Stars-Astrology<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Inner Chamber, Vol. 2 Poetry of the Spheres-Qabalah<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Inner Chamber, Vol. 3 Awakening the Paths-Qabalah<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Light of SELF: Consciousness, Spiritual Practice and Learning to Breathe<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Magickal Verse: A Collection of Poetry and Prose<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

A Year of Gaia: The Eternal Cord<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Elemental Year: Aligning the Elements of SELF<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Temple of the Sun and Moon: Luminous Devotions<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Sleeping with the Goddess: Nights of Devotion<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

A Weekly Reflection: Musings for the Year<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Magickal Pen: A Collection of Esoteric Writings<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Enchanted Gate: Musings on the Magick of the Natural World<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Temple of the Sun: An Astrological Solar Year<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Writings in the Shadow: An Exploration of the Shadow Nature<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Book Review The Warrior’s Meditation by Richard L. Haight Published by Shinkaikan Body, Mind, Spirit LLC 198 Pages Published: December 2021     \u201cTo get a picture of the Warrior\u2019s Meditation, imagine a battlefield scenario with a single Samurai stands surrounded by multiple opponents. A novice\u2019s attention would jump from opponent to opponent in an anxious attempt to defend himself. Such a strategy soon tires the warrior, who will be defeated. An expert warrior will spread his attention evenly in all directions but still experience anxiety as he mentally plans his strategy. His thought and anxiety may be his downfall if his opponents are truly skilled. A master\u2019s attention, like the expert\u2019s, is spread evenly, but he remains as calm as the surface of a still lake. With no predetermined idea of what his actions might be, his body takes the right action without a single thought…\u201d The Warrior\u2019s Meditation by Richard L. Haight is separated into five (5) parts and twenty-three (23) chapters. The Warrior\u2019s Meditation is a technique that evolved from Mr. Haight\u2019s martial arts training in Japan and his creation of a specific meditation technique, the Total Embodiment Methodology or TEM method. The goal is one of allowing the individual to \u201cblend meditation into your daily life, so that you are no longer held back by the requirements of a quiet space, specific body postures, and dogmas…\u201d Towards this end the reader is guided through the meditation practice of TEM as well as providing a close inspection of the more traditional approaches towards meditation. Part 1: Principles of Meditation provides the reader with a concise overview of the components of meditation and how each form of meditation expresses these in alignment with their specific focus. \u201cWhat is meditation? Many people tend to equate meditation with a certain disciplined practice that entails sitting cross-legged in silence, with eyes closed. Readers might be surprised to find that there are many ways to tap into the vibrant awareness of meditation, and they are not all equally efficient\u2026\u201d Mr. Haight takes the reader through the process of concentration, brainwave states and their relevance to meditative practice and an interesting technique called \u201cvagal breathing\u201d as a means of shifting from beta to alpha brain states. Part II: Natural Meditation Portals takes the reader on an exploration of engaging the senses in the meditation practice as a means of entering into a whole-body experience. Chapters such as Conscious Sight (Ch. 6), Conscious Hearing (Ch. 7), Conscious Olfaction (Ch. 8), Conscious Tasting (Ch. 9), Conscious Feeling (Ch. 10) and a conclusory Chapter 11: Final Thoughts on Portals of the Senses that brings it all together. Parts III: Basic TEM Practice introduces the meat of the Warrior\u2019s Meditation. Having laid the necessary foundations in the previous sections, the reader is now ready to explore the Total Embodiment Methodology created by Mr. Haight. \u201cOnce we explore the Warrior\u2019s Meditation, we will learn the proper mindset of meditation, how to deal with mental resistance, and how to become ever more flexible with the practice, so that we can begin to integrate TEM more thoroughly into our active daily lives\u2026\u201d The chapters of this section guide the reader step-by-step through the TEM technique. The overall feel is one that encourages and has similar dynamics to those that would be accessible if the reader were in the presence of an instructor. The final offering\u2014Ready Reference\u2014provides the reader with a concise and broad overview of the topics and practices Mr. Haight has presented. Would I Recommend: The Warrior\u2019s Meditation\u00a0by Richard L. Haight is definitely a different perspective on meditation practice. Where most contemplative practices strive to insulate the meditator, Mr. Haight\u2019s TEM practice allows the reader to fully engage the sensorial modalities, immediately fully immersing the individual in an alert and more fully present state. The fast-paced nature of our society and resultant anxieties, stress and fears pulls us into the nexus of upheaval and instability. The Warrior\u2019s Meditation provides a much needed tool to combat this state and with intentional practice and daily commitment, the reader will find solace and comfort in the midst of the fray and be able to navigate anything that provides challenge. I will be trying this technique routinely and sharing the contents of this book for some time to come. Richard L. Haight is the founder of the Total Embodiment Method (TEM), which is an awareness training system designed to integrate meditation into one’s daily life. Richard is the author of The Unbound Soul and The Warrior’s Meditation and a master-level instructor of martial, meditation and healing arts. Richard began formal martial arts training at age 12 and moved to Japan at the age of 24 to advance his training with masters of the sword, staff, and aiki-jujutsu. During his 15 years in Japan, Richard was awarded masters licenses in fours samurai arts as well as a traditional healing art called sotai-ho. Richard is one of the world’s foremost experts in the traditional Japanese martial arts. Through his books, his meditation, and martial arts seminar, Richard Haight is helping to ignite a world-wide movement for personal transformation that is free of all constraints and open to anyone of any level. He now lives and teaches in southern Oregon, U.S.A. Find out more at www.richardlhaight.com   The Warrior’s Meditation on Amazon   ** About the author: Robin Fennelly\u00a0is an Elder within\u00a0The Assembly of the Sacred Wheel Tradition\u00a0and serves as High Priestess of\u00a0Coven of the Mystic Path, the 12th Coven\u00a0within the Assembly of the Sacred Wheel Tradition. She teaches\u00a0and facilitates\u00a0classes for the Pagan Experience Study Group that\u00a0serves as foundation for membership within\u00a0Coven of the Mystic Path.\u00a0\u00a0 Her spiritual journey is strongly rooted in both Eastern philosophy and the Western Magickal systems from which she has formed a core foundation that is diverse in knowledge and rich in spiritual practice.\u00a0 A life-long learner, her practice has evolved from the classical and philosophical teachings of books, practical experience and enrichment of this knowledge\u00a0base by attending workshops of various spiritual traditions presented by master teachers. Robin formally came to the Wiccan path in 1994. Following a practice as a solitary for 2 years, she dedicated to\u00a0Oak and Willow Coven of The Assembly of the Sacred Wheel Tradition in November of 1996. She received her\u00a01st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th (Elder) degrees within the Assembly Tradition and has served as High Priestess of two ASW covens since Samhain of 2001 and the Winter Solstice of 2015. As a teacher of esoteric and magickal studies\u00a0she uses Energetic Anatomy, Tarot, Astrology, Hermetic Qabala, Eastern Philosophy, and Numerology as the foundations of her diverse selection of workshops and writings for more than 25\u00a0years. Exploration of varied energetic protocol has been the focus of her work for some time now and the information gained through direct experience informs all of her magickal and spiritual work. Robin\u2019s writings have been featured online, and in print Internationally.\u00a0 She has authored several books incorporating her unique style of writing making use of poetry, prose and pathworking to enhance the concepts presented.\u00a0 She has taught extensively throughout the Pagan community, including Sacred Space Conference, Spring Magick, Between the Worlds Interfaith Conference and Free Spirit Gathering Festival. Her most recent projects include a channel on youtube: A Journey to the Inner Chamber. She also shares audio pathworkings and ritual on her bandcamp site: Teachings on the Path with Robin. Robin is the owner of\u00a0Holistic Embrace\u00a0providing services for mind, body and spirit such as Tarot readings, Astrology reports, Spiritual Guidance\u00a0and other related offerings.\u00a0 She lives in Eastern Pennsylvania and her life is blessed by a 40+- year marriage, five children and the opportunity to work in the field of public education. Robin\u2019s Website:\u00a0www.robinfennelly.com Coven of the Mystic Path, ASW:\u00a0www.covenofthemysticpath.org Her books can be found on Amazon or purchased directly through her website: For more info:\u00a0http:\/\/www.robinfennelly.com\/books.html The Inner Chamber, Vol. 1 It\u2019s Written in the Stars-Astrology The Inner Chamber, Vol. 2 Poetry of the Spheres-Qabalah The Inner Chamber, Vol. 3 Awakening the Paths-Qabalah The Light of SELF: Consciousness, Spiritual Practice and Learning to Breathe Magickal Verse: A Collection of Poetry and Prose A Year of Gaia: The Eternal Cord The Elemental Year: Aligning the Elements of SELF Temple of the Sun and Moon: Luminous Devotions Sleeping with the Goddess: Nights of Devotion A Weekly Reflection: Musings for the Year The Magickal Pen: A Collection of Esoteric Writings The Enchanted Gate: Musings on the Magick of the Natural World The Temple of the Sun: An Astrological Solar Year Writings in the Shadow: An Exploration of the Shadow Nature<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":208,"featured_media":26924,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":1,"footnotes":""},"categories":[10005],"tags":[10095,10015,10063,10075,13988,13991,13989,13990,10226],"class_list":["post-26923","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-reviews","tag-book","tag-book-review","tag-meditation","tag-review","tag-richard-l-haight","tag-tem","tag-the-warriors-meditation","tag-total-embodiment-methodology","tag-warrior"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26923","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/208"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=26923"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26923\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":26927,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26923\/revisions\/26927"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/26924"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=26923"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=26923"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paganpages.org\/emagazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=26923"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}