I started learning martial arts at six and met various kung fu masters outside my instructors, including a master at the martial arts academy, a lion dance master, and an art teacher.
This is a story based on my personal experience, a tale about a uncle at the Chinese medicine clinic and me.
One day, while practicing, I injured my foot and went to the Chinese medicine clinic for treatment. The uncle at the Chinese medicine clinic was both a skilled doctor and a martial artist. He not only healed my foot but also advised me that hesitation and indecision during practice can lead to injuries. He taught me how to overcome my fears through my training.
After I learned not to hesitate, I experienced far fewer injuries. I never saw the uncle again, but his lesson remains one of the most valuable pieces of advice I've received in my years of practicing martial arts.
Published on December 2, 2021, on the NEXT New Generation WeChat public account
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