As a white woman with a lifelong interest in Korean style martial arts, traditional Chinese medicine, and Japanese based 5-element shiatsu, this is kind of a horrifying article to read.

I’m happy to admit my Nordic origin, to cite and honor my teachers from other cultures, and to present as a student on the topics, not a master. I do want to be able to share what I’ve learned and practiced for over 38 years.

But I don’t want to appropriate. I just want to honestly appreciate.

Jeez…