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Old 04-26-2010, 05:03 AM   #13
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Re: Control in the martial arts.

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Jon Reading wrote: View Post
So for me, "control" implies my behavior influenced another's. If I punch falsely and do not modify my partner's behavior, I am not in control.
Excellent point.
Control implies control/influence over something or someone.
Control over self + control over other = control.
Perhaps that implies a connectedness.
Well said. Compliments and appreciation.

Lynn Seiser PhD
Yondan Aikido & FMA/JKD
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