The Warrior’s Way

December 11th, 2018

Today’s message is “Do what you can do perfectly or as nearperfect as possible”. To do something perfectly requires discipline of the mind. To experience heightened awareness, the student mustdirect their thoughts on the details. The warrior understands this andpractices it. They understand that the little things don’t mean a little , theymean a lot. As it is often said, “the devil lies in the details”. I wouldrather think of it as success lies in the details.

The Art demands total awareness and concentration. This is why the mindful warrior works constantly to develop self-control and discipline of the mind. As we train in lethal methods of self-defense, we have a special obligation to not use it unless it is absolutely necessary. Our “Moo Do” requires that we develop a humble heart and one that is focused. This is noteasy. We have all been in situations where our emotions get the best of us.This just reminds us that we are human and not perfect. We are just strivingfor perfection and that is why we do what we can do perfectly or as close to itas possible.

“Michael Jordon does not love basketball, Muhammed Ali does notlove boxing. Baryshnikov does not love ballet, and Tiger Woods does not lovegolf. What they truly love, is their state of consciousness while performingthese activities.”  Author Unknown