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That’s definitely one of the issues with moving towards a different social paradigm, but I also think that one can train to be strong and adept with the intention of only using those skills in an actual fight if absolutely necessary. As far as I know, nearly all martial arts (that are based in Eastern traditions) have an aspect of restraint and self-knowledge at their core. Perhaps part of the transition answer is to make that sort of training a more integrated part of young people’s lives. A lot of the violence stems from insecurity, so if more kids/boys grew up learning to know and respect themselves, to honor the power that they have cultivated, and to only use it against another in a controlled setting like a dojo, or in an emergency, I wonder how that would impact society?

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Elle Beau ❇︎
Elle Beau ❇︎

Written by Elle Beau ❇︎

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