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Azzia Walker

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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
I got inspired today to list all the types of tape that we have in the house (for anyone curious, they are electrical, medical, duct, large clear, small clear, packing tape, and bandaids). Then I felt immense joy at having made this mental list. It's the little things.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
We made a new black belt at Aiki Arts Center today. And if you are in the Bay Area looking for a practice, classes are free for new adult students in October. See you at the dojo. @aikiartscenter.bsky.social
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
The amends are continuing here, in accordance with Yom Kippur (the day of atonement) and two of the twelve AA steps. It feels really good to step into healing in these relationships, making space for new and more healthy patterns to emerge.
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Autonomous Press @autonomouspress.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
"The idea that inspired me to write the trilogy was to create a cautionary fable about the pitfalls of pursuing revolution without a good model of social change, good strategy, and personal integrity." autpress.com/2025/11/inte...
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Interview with Andrew M. Reichart - Autonomous Press
Nice work getting the Weird Luck trilogy into the world again. How was the process for you? Thank you! This project has frankly been quite a long-ass journey. The City of the Watcher story started to ...
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
One of the most beautiful lessons of mindfulness is that softening our perspective is enough to change a pattern. When we observe with compassion, and a little humor, the flow restores.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
I've been working on frugality and the universe is supportive. These Steve Madden boots fit perfectly and were sitting in a pile of free clothes.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Bay Area friends of Bill W, I am speaking on Saturday at Millennium Group. www.aa-meetings.com/directory/ca...
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
“Removing your mask helps others remove theirs. Of course, this means acting as if you feel psychologically safe, even if you might not be fully there yet. Sometimes, you have to take an interpersonal risk to lower interpersonal risk.” ― Amy C. Edmondson
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
It's the high holidays for your Jewish friends. I carry forward the cultural values of education, integrity, and being in warm relationship with each other. The truth can be hilarious, and we prefer that to quiet.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
"We start by recognising how our negative behaviour causes us unhappiness. Through understanding, we learn to act skilfully by developing virtues. When we see how skilful actions lead to happiness, we start doing good." handfulofleaves.life/buddhism-101/
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Buddhism 101 - Handful of Leaves
With different traditions and different emphasis on the Buddha’s teachings, there are common threads that spread across the traditions. This includes a unified faith in the three jewels, the Buddha, D...
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
We have promotions coming up at Aiki Arts Center, and if you want to come watch, it's a chance to see advanced aikido. Sunday, September 27 Martha - black belt Sunday, October 25 Dean - black belt @aikiartscenter.bsky.social aikiarts.com/upcoming-doj...
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Upcoming Dojo Events • Aiki Arts Center
Mondays in September: Alan Sensei teaches jo and bokken. Sunday, September 27: Martha moves up to 1st dan. The demonstration takes place during the regular class. Then, we’ll head to Picante afterward...
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
It was a fun day to be on campus. As a middle aged adult, I can now appreciate the intention behind these events. The band and the cheerleaders practice, get their uniforms on, and perform as a group. Here is to a day with pep.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
"There are times when the world is rearranging itself, and at times like that, the right words can change the world." Ender's Game
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
She would be impressed by the college degree, black belt in aikido, completed marathon, full time work, and caring marriage. She would be proud of the alcohol and smoking cessation too.
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Autonomous Press @autonomouspress.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
We are delighted to share a new book: I Don't Know but Together We Do. It's a psychology anthology on Narrative Expressive Arts in counseling, coaching, and community building. Readers in the United States can pre-order it here. bit.ly/471asiG
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
I solved a thing at work today by discovering the right connection. That's always what counts: the entry point.
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Autonomous Press @autonomouspress.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Get 60% off the audiobook version of Neuroqueer Heresies, now through October 13! bit.ly/4xw5MMF
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60% OFF Neuroqueer Heresies: Notes on the Neurodiversity Paradigm, Autistic Empowerment, and Postnormal Possibilities
The work of queer autistic scholar Nick Walker has played a key role in the evolving discourse on human neurodiversity. Neuroqueer Heresies collects a decade's worth of Dr. Walker's most ...
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Developing a sense of safety means being able to take things in stride, and parse out where to put our effort and attention. It's simple to make sound choices from a regulated system.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
It's a great joy of life to bring home new socks. I like this shoe store on Vine in Berkeley, that also has quality socks. www.walkshop.com
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
"What is essential varies from person to person. Keep things simple so that you can apply ALL of your attention to that which matters most." www.castaneda.com/7-essential-...
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Carlos Castaneda | 7 Essential Principles of Personal Power
A 7-Week Online Training Program to help you to Discover, Develop and Deploy YOUR Personal Power
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Nick Sensei and I drove down to Scotts Valley yesterday (near Santa Cruz) to teach somatic exercises to Blue Sky Leaders (a year long leadership intensive). www.ciis.edu/continuing-e...
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
When we are calm, clear, and soft hearted, it's simple enough to get along. That means we know where to focus.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
I loaned out the label maker years ago, and was quite sad until it came back. The same thing happened when I loaned out my calculator. In related news, it's Virgo season. Now I know to keep these treasured objects nearby (along with the laminator, sheet protectors, and spare parts).
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Simplify. When I lift weights, eat oatmeal, and put away the laundry, life gets sweeter. The practice of discernment frees up energy.
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Nick Walker @dr-nicky.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Got some great pieces of Weird Luck fan art by some amazing artists, which will be appearing on the Weird Luck site at weirdluck.net in the coming weeks... and we still have space for a few more! #artists #art #fanart #comicart #comicsky #webcomics #oc #ocsky #ocart www.patreon.com/weirdluckcom...
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Artists: Draw Your Favorite Weird Luck Characters! | Weird Luck
Do you draw? Do you read Weird Luck? If so, we want your drawings of Weird Luck characters! Here's the story: If you send us your drawings o
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
I'm entering the mid-40s this week, and am reflecting on what a wonderful childhood I had. Two loving homes, horses and books, and plenty of healthy food. My parents are educated, spoke to us kids with intelligence, and asked questions to help us find our way. May we carry these gifts forward.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
I used to try and model excellence, though that can lead to extra pressure (for self and others). These days, I make an effort to model learning with a warm heart. It means more space for all of us.
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Autonomous Press @autonomouspress.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
It's an honor to share this upcoming anthology from Norton, edited by two of our collective members (Dr. Nick Walker and Andrew Reichart, AMFT). If you are in the United States and want to pre-order, there is a large discount too. wwnorton.com/books/978132...
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
The dojo is co-created sacred space. We put our phones on silent and store them away before bowing in. That means we can be fully present with each other. @aikiartscenter.bsky.social
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Autonomous Press @autonomouspress.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Thank you to Amy's Bookshelf for this interview with Hao Tran, and for naming his original book (Skinny Woman in a Straw Hat) as your book of the month. amysbookshelfreviews.com/book-of-the-... bit.ly/3UOzWgh
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Amy's Bookshelf Reviews & Podcast
Where Author's voices are celebrated and shared with unbiased, honest & ethical reviews. Everyone's voice matters.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
"With a string you can tie a knot But you gotta have somethin' to tie it to Otherwise all you've got is a knot When it ties me to you It's a whole other thing" Neil Diamond (We)
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
"... I persist, and the opening always happens eventually. So I keep at it, because I always want to discover what’s going to emerge next." Nick Walker Sensei, Aiki Arts Center @aikiartscenter.bsky.social aikiarts.com/the-awkwardn...
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
In every moment, there is a chance to observe and contribute thoughtful attention.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Things are going well at the dojo. Our youth class is learning tanto and strikes, along with freestyle. The students know that developing their power, focus, and heart is all part of the practice. Aiki Arts Center @aikiartscenter.bsky.social
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
When unraveling a habit, it helps to be open to many other paths. If we are too attached to any particular solution, that troublesome habit may just stick around.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Here is to more generations of readers. Anyone that wishes can add to the legacy of Dolly with the Imagination Library. donate.imaginationlibrary.com
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Make a donation and support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in communities around the world and help put more books into the hands of more children.
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Aiki Arts Center @aikiartscenter.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
We are delighted to share that new adult students train FREE in October. Students learn calm, grounding, and creative approaches to conflict resolution. It's a supportive and friendly group. See you at the dojo.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
The older I get, the more I focus on being reliable. Showing up early, putting in the preparation, and finishing projects is a skill set that any of us can learn. It shows engagement and gives the group focus.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
It's a great joy to winnow down to the essentials. I like taking supplements that add to strength, resilience, and brain function.
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Aiki Arts Center @aikiartscenter.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
We are wrapping up the Beginner Series next Friday, and will do these two strikes (and response options). It's a great chance to expand your skills, so come on out. yokomen uchi yokomen uchi hantai
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
We are delighted to share that new adult students train free in October. Students learn calm, grounding, and creative approaches to conflict resolution. It's a supportive and friendly group. See you at the dojo.
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Andrew M. Reichart @andrewmreichart.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Therapists, social workers, et al.: In May, I delivered the opening presentation at the PESI Autism Symposium, "Neurodiversity and the Ethics of Freedom: Cognitive Liberty, Autonomy, and Acceptance." 1.5 CE credits for practitioners... www.pesi.com/item/neurodi...
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Aiki Arts Center @aikiartscenter.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Our youth class for ages 7-12 is open all year round. And every two months, we open it up for parents to practice with us (family day). See you at the dojo.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
That's right, we are making three new black belts at Aiki Arts Center this fall. @aikiartscenter.bsky.social
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Word of the week: resourcefulness. We ask thoughtful questions and research the options before taking strategic action.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
I went to the North Berkeley library recently to renew the card (super simple) and pick up two new books.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
I'm really proud that the dojo is a place where serious people can develop themselves. We have fun too, it's all there. Our most advanced young student these days is in elementary school, super observant and quirky, and supporting them in developing power and confidence is a huge joy.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
It's an emerging value to share information and skills freely. If we are going to evolve as a species, any of us, we have got to start having more meaningful conversations that move humanity forward.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
It's a good day here. I made it to the shelter with clothes to donate and also boosted their funds. And the dojo is well stocked with spray bottles for Sunday's mat cleaning. Always fun to be prepared.
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Azzia Walker @azziamw.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
I have a friend that teaches elementary school and he is fundraising for a "calm cube" where kids can go relax when the day feels like a lot. If you are able, he would truly appreciate a donation. www.donorschoose.org/project/calm...
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Calm Cube For Peace Corner, a project from Mr. Marney
Help me give my students a brand new calm cube for our peace corner! From time to time students need a space in their classroom where they can gather themselves and destress. Every elementary teach...
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