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Robert John wrote:
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David Orange wrote:
And he told me that I "pretty well understand" or "pretty completely understand" (daibu wakaru) aikido. But no one listens to a thing I say.
The reason being you still havent, even since the e-budo days, come up with a competent description of the body mechanics we talk about.
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Just to clarify, my statement was in reply to Mike's statement that I am probably used to groups of open-mouthed beginners listening to and believing what I say.
And I said no one listens to what I say.
And that does not primarily refer to internet discussion groups. It applies to anyone with aikido exposure--especially those with some kind of stature in an organization. People who have been uchi deshi to some caucasian guy in the US, etc.
Those with some position in a hierarchy, etc.
And don't mistake it for a complaint. As I said, I'd far rather be underestimated than fully understood.
David