illegitimi non carborundum

So, for a long time now I've been interested in learning a martial art. I like how so many of the martial arts stress both self-defense and self-knowledge. Aikido is one of the most appealing art forms, because it focuses more on working with someone's energy instead of working against it. I also just found another art from ancient Tibet called boabom, which sounds really neat! They don't participate in tournaments or anything, but does deal with breath, relaxation, meditation, and self healing. How fun! I might have to try a free class before I leave Boston.