Hi people, I’m new here, has anyone here ever played with pressure points, meridians, alarm points and transport points? Just curious. Would be interested to know other people’s opinion or experience on the topic.

Question when we are training this way do we get belt level and if so how do we go about it?

A great old classic. Love the music by Nightwish too

“I am always fighting 8 opponents” The above carries significant meaning in the context of martial arts and self-defense. It suggests a multidimensional approach to combat, emphasizing awareness, adaptability, and inner challenges. Here’s an analysis: 1. Physical Interpretation • Multiple Opponents in Combat: • Fighting eight opponents implies a scenario of being outnumbered, which requires heightened awareness, efficiency, and strategy. • In self-defense, this could mean learning to prioritize threats, control spacing, and manage energy effectively to avoid being overwhelmed. • Techniques like targeting key opponents or using movement to prevent being surrounded become critical. 2. Mental and Psychological Opponents • Fear: Managing fear is essential to maintain composure in high-pressure situations. • Overconfidence: Avoiding arrogance to stay grounded and aware of all threats. • Doubt: Trusting your skills and training is crucial to prevent hesitation in critical moments. • Distraction: Staying focused on the present moment without letting external factors or emotions interfere. These “mental opponents” can be just as challenging as physical ones, if not more so. 3. Environmental Challenges • Space and Terrain: The environment itself can be an opponent. Uneven ground, confined spaces, or obstacles can limit movement and tactical options. • Fatigue: Fighting multiple opponents demands stamina and endurance, making energy conservation and efficiency critical. • Weapons: The potential for opponents to have weapons adds complexity to the encounter, requiring heightened vigilance and adaptability. 4. Strategic Perspective • Anticipation and Adaptability: • Always being prepared for multiple threats mirrors the martial arts principle of adaptability. • It encourages a mindset of readiness, as if eight opponents represent potential threats that may arise from different directions, whether physical, mental, or situational. • Constant Growth: • The “opponents” could also symbolize challenges in training or life—discipline, consistency, and resilience. The fight is not just external but internal as well.

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