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In the Line of Fire: How to Handle Tough Questions...When It Counts
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In the Line of Fire: How to Handle Tough Questions...When It Counts

by Jerry Weissman
June 2005
Intermediate to advanced content levelIntermediate to advanced
216 pages
3h 37m
English
Pearson
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Chapter 8. Preparation (Martial Art: Discipline)

The most important part begins even before you put your hand on the sword.

Jyoseishi Kendan By Matsura Seizan (8.1)  (1760–1841)

In the martial arts, the discipline required to learn new skills carries virtually the same weight as the skills themselves. Every martial arts treatise sets forth both the underlying philosophy and the rigorous steps required to attain mastery. In karate, the learning progression is marked by the graduated color coding of the uniform belts. Starting with the beginners’ white belt, the levels of achievement for most schools ascend through yellow, orange, green, blue, and brown, culminating in the coveted black belt. It takes years of disciplined practice and preparation ...

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