On Monday I was discussing theory with several of my students. I came across the respect vs. discipline question, and although I had to lead them to some different thoughts, I was excited about what came out.
One specific point that was brought up was about self discipline. I had asked them what are some of the ways that they are or can be self disciplined. I think I stumped them. We went over a few things like practicing at home, push-ups, etc. So, I threw in one more- I said "You guys are here". Their response was something like "Yeah, of course. So?". Its the summer holidays, its a Monday night, we all have other things we could be getting done. Yet here you are, willing and eager. Thats pretty gosh darn great!
However, I don't think any of them had ever thought of it that way. Kung Fu is something that they do because they want to, they enjoy it and they get something out of it. This, I thought, is even better!
It takes alot to commit to anything, expecially something that takes so much time, money, sweat, blood and potentially a full lifestyle change. But, we don't see it like that, right?
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course not... it just kinda sneaks up on you while you are having fun. yah for that!
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