Thread: Aikido, My Way
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Old 08-12-2009, 12:26 AM   #35
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Re: Aikido, My Way

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Ricky Wood wrote: View Post
How do you know you're good at it Anthony?
I like the way you presented the question. Simple, and straight to the point. But a seemingly open ended question.
I say I am good because of my experiences. Even other people have said it. I am not a bragger, but I'm very well aware when something kicks off, I am someone you want on your side. I am aware of what I am capable of. And yes I have run the gauntlet many, many times. Whether I wanted to or not. And truth be told, I don't like being "good" at hurting somebody. This is not to be confused with arrogance. It is self awareness. I never said I was unbeatable, nor have I ever been beat. Some people are good at fighting. Others are good at fixing cars. Some people have a "talent" for particular things, and some have a "talent" for other things. How do you know if a U.F.C. fighter is good for instance?
How does anybody know they are good at something?
What are you good at, and how do you know?

Were you expecting me to answer with a fight record, or go into detail over a specific instance?
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