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was it a slap or a punch? a slap is hardly abuse.
it could be that he was trying to get you to react naturally. like, DODGE.
Although I have to admit it is a bit harsh for a teacher to do this on your 3rd session, I think you should go back and keep practicing. This will show that you have endurance.
I have heard of this before, and our own sensei has been know to dish out a few slaps, usually when someone is either not paying attention OR if someone starts resisting purpousely when practicing, like "haha this doesnt work because...etc".
I've been slapped myself. It is humiliating but it is a learning experience.
How did it make you feel? Your senses, what happened? Your heartbeat? Your vision? Your concentration? Sharper?
Zen students frequently get slapped by their teachers. It's a wake up call.
KATZ!
Peace and good luck,
Sig.
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