The Harder You Try, The Worse It Gets - Miyamoto Musashi

The Paradox of Effort: Why Trying Harder Isn't Always Better - Miyamoto Musashi
The Book of Five Rings : amzn.to/3Yv0qkY
Musashi's Dokkodo : amzn.to/45iYI8e
Stoicism: amzn.to/3QHb7Pt
🚀 Join Our Discord Community! 🚀 : / discord
❗More Similar Videos:
• The Power Of The Loner...
• How to Control Life - ...
• How to Maximize & Moti...
#wisdom #selfimprovement #quote #history #musashi #miyamotomusashi
🎥About the video:
In this insightful video, we delve into the intriguing philosophy of Miyamoto Musashi, the legendary samurai and author of 'The Book of Five Rings.' The video unpacks the paradoxical concept of 'The harder you try, the worse it gets,' also known as the law of reversed effort.
⚠️FAIR USE DISCLAIMER
All multimedia content in this video is used for purpose of review & commentary under terms of fair use. All footage, music & images used belong to their respective companies or creators.
Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.
This video is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to infringe any copyright laws. If you are the copyright holder and believe your material has been used unfairly, please contact us at the email address provided under in the about section ( of the channel).

[@statueofwisdom]

Thank you for watching! If you found value in what you've seen, we'd love for you to hit the like button&subscribe to stay updated. Enjoyed the content? Consider joining us as a member for more exclusive perks. We're grateful for your support!

[@NotNecessarily-ip4vc]

In this speculative scenario, let's consider Leibniz's Monad (first emanation of God), from the philosophical work "The Monadology", as an abstract representation of the zero-dimensional space that binds quarks together with the Strong Nuclear Force: 1) Indivisibility and Unity: Monads, as indivisible entities, mirror the nature of quarks, which are deemed elementary and indivisible particles in our theoretical context. Just as monads possess unity and indivisibility, quarks are unified in their interactions through the Strong Nuclear Force. 2) Interconnectedness: In the Monadology, monads are interconnected in a vast network. In a parallel manner, the interconnectedness of quarks through the strong force could be metaphorically represented by the interplay of monads, forming a web that holds particles together. 3) Inherent Properties: Just as monads possess inherent perceptions and appetitions, quarks could be thought of as having intrinsic properties like color charge, reflecting the inherent qualities of monads and influencing their interactions. 4) Harmony: The concept of monads contributing to universal harmony resonates with the idea that the Strong Nuclear Force maintains harmony within atomic nuclei by counteracting the electromagnetic repulsion between protons, allowing for the stability of matter. 5) Pre-established Harmony: Monads' pre-established harmony aligns with the idea that the strong force was pre-designed to ensure stable interactions among quarks, orchestrating their behavior in a way that parallels the harmony envisaged by Leibniz. 6) Non-Mechanical Interaction: Monads interact non-mechanically, mirroring the non-mechanical interactions of quarks through gluon exchange. This connection might be seen as a metaphorical reflection of the intricacies of quark-gluon dynamics. 7) Holism: The holistic perspective of monads could symbolize how quarks, like the monads' interconnections, contribute holistically to the structure and behavior of particles through the strong force interactions. em·a·na·tion noun an abstract but perceptible thing that issues or originates from a source.

[@raphaelmoris]

Tired of theses AI generated scripts, videos and voices...😪... KZbin is now flooded with this type of "wisdom"

[@Stoicism-wr5nb]

David Goggins checked in to the building

[@YHShinVH]

Miyamoto Musashi's philosophy is heavily grounded in concepts from Daoism, and if you've never delved into that philosophy, you'd misunderstand this video and what it means when it says stop trying. The Dao (or The Way), which is the universal force from which Musashi's ideas discussed in this video stem from, is called the effortless effort. The process of flowing with the dao is paradoxically both an effort that requires no effort. When man lets go of control and allows life to flow, he no longer needs to apply great effort to get what he wants, only small efforts at key moments that are instinctual and flow through him; small effortless actions fueled by intuition freed from the laborious thinking, planning, and overthinking of the controlling egoic mind. No action is wasted, and all flow in harmony. To achieve such a state, mastery of one's own emotions, thoughts, and desires is necessary, or else these things will sway one out of balance and disrupt the dao. The path to self mastery is not one of gripping tightly, but of letting go faithfully.

[@MinhNguyen-lb4xp]

Buddhism , Daoism , Christism ( true Christism) , Krishnamurti , ............................: Love , Humble , Selfless , Patience .....Like the mother doing things for her child - she has great effort but effortless ? .Like great artists : so spontaneous so natural so marvelous .May I am right ? With this idea .Thank you for sharing the thoughts of Miyamoto Musashi.

[@CK-lt6jl]

This is just bullshit written by people born with talent. Yes they work hard too, but this samurai would get no where if he had zero talent. Talented people work hard but like you said, it’s practically effortless for them.

[@Masssshysteria]

letting go and letting the universe take way. but also stay ready so you wont have to prepare to be ready

[@summersol5]

I call this ability Luck. My luck can accumulate. Be used up. Or if I'm lucky be saved for another moment. If used randomly it becomes complacency or self harm.

[@scientistwithanaxe2570]

​@@CK-lt6jlMusashi did also say "to know 10,000 things, know one well". He DEVELOPED talent through discipline rather than OVERwork. Perhaps "effort" isn't the best translation; "struggle" might be better. As another self-help dude says "motion does not equal action".

[@tryhardor]

But you'll never understand this until you've tried hard enough.

[@Hooliman434]

This is the way

[@jasonglenn5803]

This is the way

[@ajaymalik4473]

This is the way

[@Hautenani]

Exactly

[@vladimirsablic1627]

This is gold! Yes! You must go full circle to realise this! Only from experience comes wisdom!

[@michaelford2517]

If you want to find something, whatever it is, love, peace or whatever, stop looking for it and it will come to you.

[@MadonnaGrogan]

True but scary at times

[@Wallyman53]

Slow is smooth, smooth is fast.

[@thanasmanjunatha]

This makes a lot of sense

[@danimal519]

... you must be a disc golfer ;-)

[@Royslore]

Reminds me of a quote I read… "Mind moving fast is crazy. Mind slow is sane. Mind stopped... is God."

[@utkarshtiwari7738]

Jeff Bezos' ideology.

[@constantineslist5890]

Constantine ?

[@archiewebster5034]

Trying too hard will often suppress the more important things that you are unable to grasp to due tunnel vision. I like to "Look around" every once in while in case there is something I’m missing. Funnily enough, there always is.

[@langan209]

sounds like an endorsement for smoking a joint every so often 😀

[@PositiveEnergy733]

To everyone reading this, I sincerely pray for that whatever is causing you pain or stress will pass. May your negative thoughts, excessive worries and doubts disappear, replaced by clarity and understanding. May your life be filled with peace, tranquility and love

[@sonicemitter6131]

Thank you. You have a kind soul.

[@balsamon69]

I really want to say somethig more, but all i can think of is "Thanks, you too, man"

[@erational-e-rational2010]

Thank you and I pray the same for you

[@dtps_champion6016]

This is the praying in public the Bible warns us against.

[@briandube4503]

Thank you❤ and same and more to you

[@GarryBurgess]

Fight too hard and drown. Relax and float.

[@nonefvnfvnjnjnjevjenjvonej3384]

all this is nonsense.. jiri read all this and keeps doing all these things and then gets one punch knocked out by alex pereira.. goes to show instead of all these nonsensical old books and baggage, its much better to just practice the fundamentals over and over again. khabib never read all this crap and yet he was the best... those who fuck around too much with these books and shit never win..

[@Lieutenant-Dan]

Life isn't a UFC fight. Also Khabib is quite religious. It's definitely not all nonsense.

[@nonefvnfvnjnjnjevjenjvonej3384]

@@Lieutenant-Dan he doesnt mix religion and mma.. in fact he says fighting is not very good for religion.. mixing up these things like jiri is problematic.. find spirituality inside you... train mma outside... otherwise you will get popped like jiri got with all his shaolin..

[@Lieutenant-Dan]

@@nonefvnfvnjnjnjevjenjvonej3384 that doesn't mean there's no wisdom in it and that it's all nonsense...

[@nonefvnfvnjnjnjevjenjvonej3384]

@@Lieutenant-Dan i dunno.. nobody who has become great does any weird shit... its ok to get inspired by it but to live like that is too woo woo..

[@DJGENOTYPE]

This is exactly how my life has been all my life. The harder I try, the worse life just gets.

[@JohnSmith-fo5cx]

I've noticed this as well....Also, the more I care about something the harder/worse it becomes

[@jingleballs9935]

⁠@@JohnSmith-fo5cxI think it’s the attachment to it and constantly worrying about it .

[@atommi1]

I had this realization recently, now im going to try to slow down and stop putting myself in to immense pressure. Im no good to my employee if im going to burn out.

[@wearereligion2489]

I somewhat understand this. What about those who succeed through powerful effort. Like bodybuilders or martial artists or someone in a high-octane profession (surgeon, engineer, etc). There are times in life where I've tried hard and got nothing, but there have been times when I did nothing--and got nothing. So it would be ideal to know the right moves and execute at the right time.

[@debojitsaha0095]

It is said in Bhagavad Gita " work for work's sake not for the outcome"

[@sea-ra9995]

Mu : Approaching things with an open heart. Without preconceived notions, superficial distractions and unnecessary desires Let go of the desires fears and expectations and focus on the task at hand. With precise genuinness. As if It is the last thing you are doing. Flow state: In this state, one is exerting the right effort without the unnecessary feelings of the mind. Fully present in the moment. Without overthinking, which is also called analysis paralysis. It is the line between not trying enough and trying too hard It is as if you are in harmony with the universe, dancing with It is currents

[@bravo0105]

Agreed; I’ve noticed this throughout dealing with school, profession, and hobbies; there’s ALWAYS a point of diminishing return and it’s easy to lose perspective.

[@Dark_Mind6439]

As a kickboxer I've found out that when taking 2 months of from training made me better, I realised that I have gotten better, my striking and kicks were landing idk why or how but it just works

[@statueofwisdom]

Love that!

[@anon2034]

In my experience with BJJ, a few months off it made me better.

[@reycesarcarino4653]

I think everything you learn needed time to settle or to program in a way like an update so you can better use it and for that you need to take a break

[@sasquatchrosefarts]

​@@statueofwisdomovertraining is real. So is rest.

[@Hephaestios01]

​@@reycesarcarino4653i suspect this to be the case as well, instead of constantly trying to one-up yourself you let the basics and the overal result become your own. After that pause you start from the complete collection of the process instead of a particular part of it you tried to improve upon before. Its like that for other things than physical training as well. I think that might be part of why studying for a test over the course of a week works better than cramming the same information in one or two days.

[@johndillermand4053]

This is accurate. The writer has a deep grasp of these concepts and is eloquent without being long-winded or complicated. Thank you.

[@statueofwisdom]

Thank you, as well!

[@magnusstilling3204]

It is chat GPT and Voice Changer Ai. But Good Content!

[@johndillermand4053]

@@magnusstilling3204 goddamn, there we go. These AI have a better grasp of philosophy than anyone I speak to.

[@Infinite_warden]

He had the right effort

[@iRideuWatch]

Except these concepts are from Taoism more than Buddhism.

[@Steveirwin4477]

On Charles bukowski head stone says" don't try."

[@herbertwilliam3348]

A hell of a good poem by the way, search dont try bukowski and get kicked in the face with delight.

[@aaronhoary5625]

No one tried to put one I’m on his grave 😢

[@charlespackwood2055]

The dude died, not trying.

[@Steveirwin4477]

@@charlespackwood2055 not trying to be like the crowd . He said " if the crowd is going one way go in the opposite direction for they are always wrong." Charles bukowski

[@charlespackwood2055]

if you're an astronaut about to be shot into space and during a preflight briefing, all of the astrophysicists and aeronautical engineers tell you not to get on board that rocket..... it's ok to stop and recalculate. Furthermore, if every single person making up a particular crowd can kick your ass, then it's ok to try to blend in. ("The Tao ☯️ of Charles") kzbin.info7QztOlI9CmQ?si=YRrqrMQP2a5XMVvt

[@apolloisnotashirt]

You telling me, that at almost any task Musashi does, he is in a state of flow? How beautiful.

[@oentrepreneur]

It's not about being in the state of flow. It's about not wanting anything. Because when you do something, the stress of not having it right now makes what you need to do to get what you want seem very difficult or impossible. So learn how to become desireless

[@KahinAhmed72]

@@oentrepreneurWow… well said. I’ll try to implement this habit to my life. So a lack of emotional desire despite having goals = flow state?

[@splash-qi5kn]

Its so true. I just stopped trying and things immediately got better

[@Dakingsnake]

I discovered this on my own. After beating my head against the wall to reach a destination i was never meant to go. Climbing the mountain to find misery at the top

[@dominicm5657]

I've journeyed up many mountains in my lifetime, only to find nothing at the top. After all these years, I believe I am now finally climbing the right mountain, one in alignment with my True Self. I hope you're on to a new mountain too - the one you were meant to conquer.

[@rerarei]

As an overthinker, and quite of a dimwit, I'm vulnerable to worsening my state the more i try not to. Distractions. Burnout. Pessimism. Hearing the lines of "more wisdom than effort" is a bitter pill hard to swallow given the fact that it's always been effort that kept me going despite my lack of understanding and purpose.

[@MitricaCeaun]

Stay strong brother

[@Red_Absinthe]

I understand you But ykw, wisdom is acceptance of what is and putting in pleasurable efforts ( effortless effort) to what you truly wanna do . You would have been a dimwit if you didn't realise your fallacies. Someone who does recognise what goes wrong is a learner. Believe in yourself. Everyone learns from failures. Don't be discouraged.

[@agniveer5006]

Recently I got severe pnueomia my lungs were infected,and blood was present in muscus discharge. Turns out i was overtraining and it led to immune suppression that caused even weak pathogens to attack my body easily. Since I've recovered I have reduced my training volume to half , and to my suprise I am stronger than ever I'm hitting PR's even muscle gain is ridiculous. It's true the harder you try the worse it gets and sometimes less is truly more.

[@joaosampaio7393]

The best real life example I have of this was this uni work I had to do recently. I did it everyday for 3 weeks because it was a hard subject, had minimal productivity and the deadline was approaching. Ended up getting an extension because I thought I wouldn’t be able to finish it in time. Went to uni and finished it all in 6 hours, didn’t even need the extension. The stress and need to finish something fast was preventing me from calmly doing it, once I realised that I didn’t have to do it whilst rushing it, it started flowing

[@phillyfan-182]

Just what I needed to hear!!! Another fine piece of work!!!

[@NMbones98]

I've been overtraining like crazy due to me wanting to reach a goal this video helped me out for sure.

[@askaryibarra8420]

I agree halfway, there is a middle ground. Try everything you can with what you have now, and don't worry about the rest. And take breaks every now and then

[@oentrepreneur]

Yh but that's not an excuse to be lazy. And all this video is trying to say is "find peace in the suffering "

[@askaryibarra8420]

@@oentrepreneur you need to read my post again carefully

[@thebluecollarbadass9945]

Exactly it’s like fighting the tide you will never win unless you learn how to go with the flow🙏🏽✊🏽💯👍🏽

[@vanosscrewclips832]

I’ve been having a lot going on with me here lately, I’ve always had a lot of crazy things happening in my life, this video was much needed.

[@alonmadar5419]

What a masterpiece! This is my day to day practice! So happy to find more people with this approach 😍

[@statueofwisdom]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@malakius]

Very good video and it is hitting me in the right spots, in places in which I had pushed too much, expected exact results just to be disappointed by anything or no results. I have to learn to let myself flow, not expect thing, and overanalyze situations.

[@Sorine9]

Put the effort for the effort itself, not for what you wish or expect. Don't focus on the future, the outcomes. Put the effort and let it lead you where it will lead you. Its liberating. Lets you understand the true nature of success.

[@mmadmbjm]

Miyamoto Musashi has all the answers for life.

[@somethingsomething2825]

Dude this video hits hard , every word has enlightened me , and has guided me to something new that i never knew existed

[@suprafastmafc]

These concepts refined and perfected like a razor sharp sword, applied at the right time, place, and with the correct amount of force, are unimagineably effective. You would have to experience it firsthand to fully understand.

[@jeffglenn7609]

This refers to controlling people. The more it gets out of control, the more effort it takes until you realize you are not in control of anything, except one self.

[@alicewright9610]

I quit fighting my fires with gasoline and let the water finally cool me off thanks for the video I enjoy your content ❤

[@statueofwisdom]

Keep it up!

[@Eeiiaane]

I've only realized this concept when I was playing a certain genre of video game, it's a stealth genre, the more I try hard on those games the more I seem to fail worse than the previous attempt, this also goes to my experience in weight lifting the more I trained every single day without taking a break the less and less progress I seem to have had..

[@statueofwisdom]

Back when I was gaming, had that same experience hahah

[@uncleslo910]

Finally a helpful youtube recommendation. Thank you for making this video.

[@cqllel5186]

I don't care and I don't try. I just 'do'. If I fail, then I fail. If it don't work out, then it don't work out. It's pointless to get worked up over things, especially if I have no control over them The art of not caring gives me contentment with any results. I always prefered to just go about things with a casual mindset, as trying leads to stress and disencouragement right away. If something goes my way for a change, then that's cool. But I try not to get attached to anything or anyone. It's pointless That's the mentality I've had most of my life. Although I can't help but think if I've become apathetic or just indifferent and unmotivated. I've never really had anything or anyone to really care about, so I've never been motivated by such things

[@aidarjapykeev4544]

One of the best videos I’ve ever seen. So insightful, so useful, and helpful, game-changer in my life. Really helped to understand myself, my life and the right approach to life. I’ll read the book of 5 rings and study Musashi Miyamoto’s life. Thanks so much to the author of the video🙏

[@statueofwisdom]

Thank you so much, means a lot!

[@SydneyCarton88]

Bro. I'm glad I found your channel. Total gem.

[@chrismoiser6477]

This is presented very succinctly in Chuang Tzu's aphorism against "beating a drum in search if a fugitive". The better you get at something, the higher your expectations of yourself climb and you are never satisfied, never able to relax and simply be. When you play to win, you have already lost before making a single move.

[@Maya-sv1pz]

i always overwork and taking on too much at a time, and I got nowhere in fact I see people advance while i stagnate. And my attitude got worse because I had no time to self-reflect on my disappointment and jealousy. less is more. avoid unnecessary things. and jomo.

[@rachelloof7569]

To be honest: i didnt realize how much i needed this til i got the video thank you my guy!

[@ButchBrown7]

I can so relate because Martial arts teaches you principles & respecting the Elements & the Universe 🙏

[@365InnerPeace]

Amazing insight! This video perfectly captures Miyamoto Musashi's wisdom on effort and outcomes. Really puts things into perspective. Great job!

[@ethanbunch3274]

I've begun exploring these concepts in an effort to better myself and the concept pf "flow" he spoke of struck majorly with me. I have the same modern issues of overthinking and anxiety and it leads into all areas of my life. However when im wrenching on something or perhaps taking photos ive noticed a certain meditative state I enter where my mind silences and I simply do what I think. I've always described it as "flow" and the fact that its rooted in other cultures and philosophies makes me feel like im on the right path. Thank you my friend

[@trollingisasport]

I use this philosphy to deal with my constipation

[@swizzbeats1212]

Loved this vdeo. Basically, Musashi mastered ultra instinct haha. Thanks for sharing!

[@invincibleluis]

Absolute legend.

[@danielmcgregor8803]

Timely and beautiful. Many thanks for the video.

[@Aliens-Are-Our-Friends2027]

Doing your passion in the moment with no expectation of result.

[@krazylevin]

I have learned that there is a time for everything. There is a time to Hustle and there is a time to Relax and let things flow. The wisdom is in knowing which one we need when the time comes.

[@Bonnie-lt9tp]

you have a fantastic ability to draw people in with your storytelling!

[@icaroalencar99]

In Brazil we say: it's pointless to punch a knife tip.

[@FCCOLLEGEYT]

So true, I play the game FC 24/ FIFA, I realize to excel in the game it's not about pushing but playing less and using wisdom when playing!

[@bluejjay]

The worst moments of my life were when I was too hesitant to act, or when I was trying too hard to be something I'm not. The best moments were indeed, when I was decisive in the right moments and followed through. Musashi's book seems to hinge heavily on 'right timing', and how this principle applies in all the ways of life.

[@I_can_sketch658]

In flow or in essence means to say in simple understanding way means that if you are doing a work with true love and passion in it then you will feel it as pleasure and you will never think about the victory or loss you just did it for your desire in that time without knowing yourself you will achieve your goals .

[@bibi9984]

seeing your video makes you happy

[@TRA_070]

Thanks for explorin' un explored musashi's philosophies

[@alexandrenicolichi7709]

thanks man, helped me a lot.

[@hereticsoul666]

Many thanks for this insightful video.

[@lol_histicall4289]

One of my favorite quotes came from a fan of Arnold Schwarzenegger forgot his name but he said “Work hard but Relax Hard” if you always work hard you’ll burnout your muscles but if you give them a exceptional amount of time to repair themselves aswell as an exceptional amount of time training them you’ll be strong in no time

[@beniladelle9119]

love this

[@McCrapweasel]

I enjoyed this immensely.

[@LaynoProd]

Needed this video thank you!! 💪🏽🥋💎🙏🏽🌊

[@statueofwisdom]

So glad!

[@vladislavkaras491]

Thanks for the video!

[@statueofwisdom]

You're welcome!

[@nickn7857]

Thumbs up once I saw the clip of Kobe. He’s one of the greatest in mind and body mastery. Nice video!

[@AvengerCrazy]

Thank You so much 🕉️

[@geoffreybrei1048]

I love the clips from fight club and how it applies to the philosophical concepts.

[@LoveToLifeUA]

Great history, thanks!

[@Young_23]

First time coming across this channel. Absolutely loved it. Thank you. You earned yourself a subscriber.

[@statueofwisdom]

Thanks and welcome

[@MadonnaGrogan]

Me to

[@megandrown]

Whoa 😮 please make more videos like these 🙏🏼

[@Ryodante]

Video is awesome thank you

[@renanfpedro]

Really good job. I am really grateful for it.

[@statueofwisdom]

Thank you very much!

[@milosmilosevic9810]

Damn, worse takes hardship,grit,discipline and determination... Few will fail at attempts to get worse😐

[@rajsingharora26]

Thank you.

[@ihorako8716]

This video helps me so much, thank you.

[@statueofwisdom]

I'm so glad!

[@AntiquatedApe]

Everything must be flow state. Trying hard is like forcing it.

[@davidnorene5594]

"Never give up learning when to quit"

[@zilchgott]

Thanks!

[@Mramaazing]

Thank you for the lesson ✨

[@statueofwisdom]

Any time!

[@danielwilliams8346]

Thank you. This is fascinating & insightful and could help me in my Christian walk.

[@jcd5238]

Thank you for this video, you help me a lot

[@statueofwisdom]

Glad to hear that!

[@karla_so_and_so]

"beeeecause the harder you tryyyyy, the leeess you succeeeeed, don't try at all and get everything ya neeed" 🎶🎵🎶🎵

[@deaddevilking]

Ive actually lived by this way my whole life b4 i even knew this was a teaching wow

[@DriftWander770]

This is great friend

[@user-pr8ki6lj8s]

Yep, it just like "कर्म करो फल की चिंता मत करो"

[@ketank24]

Subscribed. That's the ultimate appreciation.🕊️🌹

[@statueofwisdom]

Thanks and welcome

[@charlespackwood2055]

You cant achieve a state of flow until to stop trying. But it helps to get to the place of flow if you tried hard in practice until flow occurs. Especially in regards to intricate and/or complicated systems.

[@ItsAllGoodGames]

“To try is to fail” - Milton Trager

[@M_SC]

Meh. Learning a musical instrument, a language, to walk, all things negate that

[@ItsAllGoodGames]

@@M_SC show me a baby that "tries" to walk or talk.

[@kisukoev]

Pro tip: don't tryhard, but do remember to try, don't get confused and avoid trying all together

[@Plus_Escapee]

When you're good at it, you make it look easy.

[@Zulaany]

10/10. True sage and monk.

[@mainstreet3023]

It depends on each person and their situation when dealing with a very big task. Lao Tzu recommends no action but that is a totally different life philosophy and way of life which can be applied generally.

[@kr1spness]

In matters of the spirit, the harder I've tried to fix things, the worse they gotten. Buddhist interpretations are quite nice, to simply stop worrying, wanting less means hurting less. Be disciplined for the sake of discipline instead of working against it by pushing against the flow.

[@InnocentSichi-jw1qv]

Before being able to enter a flow state you must first try hard because your neurons are new to the actions being performed then after a while you can perform the same action in a flow relaxed

[@maxlee8371]

Don’t try too hard. Just do what you need to do. Remember it’s only matter of time for you to win. It’s always a number game. Be water my fren

[@jenyjanjira]

Miyamoto Musashi, a legendary Japanese swordsman, philosopher, and ronin, left behind a wealth of wisdom. One of his well-known quotes is: "The primary thing when you take a sword in your hands is your intention to cut the enemy, whatever the means. Whenever you parry, hit, spring, strike or touch the enemy's cutting sword, you must cut the enemy in the same movement. It is essential to attain this. If you think only of hitting, springing, striking or touching the enemy, you will not be able actually to cut him." This quote reflects Musashi's emphasis on the importance of intention, focus, and decisiveness in martial arts and life. Musashi's teachings extend beyond the battlefield, and many people draw inspiration from his philosophy for personal development and strategic thinking.

[@transmutationdotse]

This is like a halftruth I would say. It comes down to what you wish to offer really. So the more you want to give basically. And that might take some time and effort as you have a clear intention on what that is but not a finished product simultaneously. So your vision and product match eventually for you to be satisfied with what you have accomplished. And perhaps then you realize. You surpassed yourself which is the real gain in the striving. ❤

[@reycesarcarino4653]

Balance that's the Gist Have that and the world is yours

[@marting.9613]

This is beyond insane advice.

[@rurounijay7100]

Most samurai were well rounded like renaissance men. It was believed that a great samurai was a poet, at times an artist, knew how to meditate. You had to be skilled not just with the blade and in combat, but skilled all around, balanced in spirit mind and body. You had to create a balance and be a complete man and warrior. The samurai were very intelligent, educated snd disciplined. They knew multiple weapons, knew hand to hand combat, and obviously were philosophers. Its little surprise what made him so great was the culmination of those things.

[@grawakendream8980]

you'll attain greatness in something, but it will probably not be in what you imagined