RESPECT
Does it still have a place in martial arts in 2021
In the romanticized folklore of traditional martial arts values, the master instructor commanded respect through their deeds, their abilities and their profound learned wisdom and knowledge of philosophy and moral culture.
They led by example, gave sound advice and guidance, they were truly respected, educated in life, and more importantly showed respect and humility to all others, regardless of rank, position or perceived benefit to themselves.
But in 2021, and with the modernization and sportification of martial arts, and changing trends and values in society, the notion of RESPECT may be following the same fate at the dinosaur.
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