In my opinion, traditional martial arts practice empowers an individual with personal growth and development. Growth and development of the mind, body, and spirit.
It is not about personal gain, even though attainment of beneficial knowledge is instilled (life skills).
It is not about others even though practice with others is greatly beneficial. It is a personal journey shared with others on a personal journey.
It is not about competition of accolades, even though it can certainly used in competition.
It is not about being a fighter, even though it can certainly be used in battle.
With person growth and development through traditional martial arts practice, one can empower themselves with tools for a happier and healthier life both mentally and physically.
Continual regular practice of traditional martial arts is required as your mind, body, and spirit is continually changing. This is the course of nature, traditional martial arts follows nature “nothing is absolute, everything must change and develop”.
Amituofo 🙏🙏🙏
Shaolin disciple Shi Xing Ao (David Greenland)