Last weekend I was driving behind a group of motorcycles. Every time the riders passed another group of motorcycles they would signal to them with this special hand wave.
This made me think about how as people we want to be part of a group. And also how dangerous this can be when we use this power against others who are not in our group.
I always try to make sure I do not discriminate someone just because they are not in "my group". Or miss-treat someone because they are not the same as me (yes - even these karate guys 😀).
As a black belt, I also try to make sure I am approachable and that I am respectful to all students. There are no black and white distinctions in my mind and non-black belt students might be even doing a technique better than I am.
Respecting others, learning from others - this is always in front of me.
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