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Paul Crick's avatar

I’ve experienced this ‘out of breath’ on the Aikido mat and realised that I have a sense of being “near death” because I struggle to breathe after pushing my body to its limits. I am learning patterns of self talk to relax and let my body feel its way into a new way of being during physical exertion. Progress is slow but is progress nonetheless. This is a great article that addresses an important component of the martial element of martial arts. Thanks.

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Adam PT's avatar

Great article. Every point is solid. I know exactly what you are talking about.

On that voice from ego that keeps you going— that ‘I’d rather something break than tap to him’—that’s your enemy too. I have arthritis in both my shoulders! Happy days. Thanks ego.

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