1. Stay calm by being emtionally distant. 2. Foreknowledge by studying the opponent and what they tend to do. 3. Control physiology by doing deep breathing 4. Have a purpose that aligns with our grand goal other than the short term win or lose.
I read this from a Chinese saying on the back of a martial arts book, and it is very relevant here. "He who masters others is strong, he who masters himself is mighty."
That is why Musashi lived by himself. With no person around that can argue with you, gives you the space to think and not to be in conflict.
I am boxing coach. This has been part of my coaching for years. This is the first time I have heard about Musashi. It's so eerie to hear what I teach coming from a different source
This isn't just about handling conflict, it's about mastering yourself. Musashi's wisdom shows us that true power lies not in force, but in clarity, control and calm. In a world that rewards loud reactions, choose to be the stillness that disarms chaos. If you’re reading this, let today be the day you stop reacting and start responding with purpose. 💥 Stay grounded. Stay intentional.
This video really hits the point and made me think about this and how I recently started making few changes that help me stay calm and centered in any situation: 1. I stopped letting my emotions control me in the heat of moment 2. I read all books on Mindbloomery, and they've been huge in helping me develop a calm, focused mindset 3. I learned to stop reacting and instead I respond with purpose. This has been a game-changer in how I handle conflict 4. I picked up "Power of Assertiveness: Unlock Your Potential" book and it taught me that true strength isn't in aggression but in clarity and control of my emotions 5. I realized that inner peace is more important than winning every argument The biggest shift was realizing that true power comes from maintaining my calm, not from getting loud or defensive.
3 things that instantly changed how people treat me: 1) I stopped chasing attention. 2) I read books on Atruve. 3) I stopped trying to prove myself to people who don’t matter.
"I am feeling angry" "I am angry" the slight difference but bigger impact between the two. "I am feeling angry" reminds you that you are in control and the feeling of anger is attempting to take control rather than "I am angry" which is saying you already allowed the emotion to consume you and take control. You don't want that to happen so you instead recognize the emotion to control where it goes, if you don't and accept defeat to the emotion you will react in a undignified way. Wow, this really opened my eyes.
I honestly needed this because I'm not used to confrontation
I've worked in customer service for over 15 years. My job is handling staff and customers. This is such a wholesome perspective on how to handle people. Thank you very much.
Yesterday, I got into an unnecessary argument with a colleague. 😔 My emotions got the better of me, and I said things I shouldn't have. That night, I stumbled upon this video… and it felt like someone gently knocked on my soul. 🌌 Miyamoto Musashi wasn't just a swordsman — he was a symbol of calm amidst chaos. 🗡 His philosophy of "stillness within movement" made me realize: not every confrontation needs to be won — sometimes, it's about conquering yourself in that very moment. 🧘♂ Thank you for reminding us of a value that's fading in our fast-paced world — calmness. 🍃 A sword drawn in haste causes wounds, but a clear mind can save both sides from harm. 🤝 I will learn to "fight" like Musashi — through silence, observation, and understanding. 🙏 This video isn’t just worth watching — it’s worth living by. 💫
Self regulation is such a weapon. This is one of the biggest things my coaches worked with me on before my first fight. The rush of emotion that happens when the advantage is changing hands rapidly makes it hard to be detached and be objective. Being calm under pressure makes every facet of life easier to navigate
This was exactly what I needed to hear today. The part about emotional distance and breathing hit me hard—it’s incredible how something as simple as controlling your breath can shift an entire confrontation. I’m walking away from this video feeling more grounded and prepared to handle whatever comes my way. Wishing peace and clarity to everyone reading this. Stay strong! 🙏✨
The missing element here is the leverage the person has. Without leverage, at best you will avoid hurting yourself. Here Musashi is already ridiculously skilled in the technique and confident in his ability to exercise it when needed. How he conducts himself in conflict only cements his ability to win. Most people's anxiousness comes out of their own real or perceived incompetence on their side.
Great video, I am slowly learning how to be calm and stoic. It isn't easy after decades of anger, reactive aggression, resentment and protective confrontation. I have been seeking a different way of behaviour, better late than never at 59yrs old.
Thank you for this video, though it brings up painful memories. At first i was with an abusive husband for 13 years of my life, then i left when i couldn't bear it any longer, bear in mind i only stayed that long because of our kids. After two years of being single, i met the love of my life, and we had a fantastic first 5 months, then my PTSD kicked in and I did a lot of things because i wasn't properly healed, and he left me. I realize now and i feel so empty and lonely inside. I love him.
I had to cut ties with me and my brothers closest childhood friend because he was exactly the opposite of a mental warrior. I love how sports and martial arts reveals a persons inner demons so clearly. We would play soccer together on a team and he was notorious for being the worst player on the field yet self assigned captain of the team lol. Terrible mindset, hated losing and it was always someone else’s fault. The ball, the ref, the team wouldn’t listen to him, filled with ego and pride. Taught me to value everything he wasn’t and it made me focus on having full control of my mind and body on the field. Nowadays I’m on a different team but I hear stories passed around of him.
EMOTIONAL CONTROL has always been my greatest weakness. Working on it from 5 years now. It`s really hard, but i am getting better in it, even when the process is slow.
Those principles are the very reason i am still alive. To remain calm in dangerous, stressful and/or violent situations is crucial because if you stop think rational and becomes a victim of that emotional storm you wont make it.
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