So I've been getting some fairly sage advice from my therapist. If there seemed to be such a problem with me and my ego, make things about other people and push some of the weight off. I'm trying and trying, but it's tough when the people I'm trying to work out the issue with have completely stonewalled me. Oh well, I'll do what I can, I suppose.

Tonight I'm going to ask sensei if I can start coming to the dojo all three days (Wed., Fri., and Sat.) to get some extra help with my kendo. Apparently my back's not been straight enough, even though I always thought it was just fine. Being in the mindset of hitting with your strikes is so difficult! You have to push, stomp, swing, kiai shout, and keep your body focused. I'm getting the hang of it, but it's difficult when you're only able to focus on one thing at a time.

My midterms were pretty tasty: 3 Bs and an A-. I hope to keep it up.