One of my favorite things about martial arts is that moment
when you hear the right thing, at the right time, from the right person, that
will forever change your game. Sometimes
it’s a small detail that makes everything easier. Sometimes it’s a mantra that will carry you
through your most difficult workouts.
The most amazing thing is when it’s a philosophy that will move you to
the next level. Today I witnessed that
moment happening and it made my heart smile.
“I work with principles, not techniques. You can fill this gym with encyclopedias of techniques,
who can retain all of that? Every
moment, every body, every situation is different and needs a different
technique, but it will use the same principle.”
Makes since to most anybody, but there is a moment where something
clicks and you understand that you know enough techniques and it’s time to
start focusing on the principles.
For the beginner, they only have instinct. They need technique. The "black belt" has an encyclopedia or two in
his mind. He understands the principles,
but the mind can get clouded by the sheer volume of his techniques. The master knows the techniques, and works in
the principles. Most importantly he knows
the perfect moment to share the wisdom which will put a student on the road to becoming
a master.
It’s not a matter of choosing to accept this wisdom. It is a profound gift that cannot be denied. The challenge comes in patience. You can’t change everything in one moment, but
one moment can change everything.
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