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Zanshin – Eight Directions of Awareness (Part 4)
Tens of thousands of cuts later I could spin like a top while executing vertical, diagonal and horizontal cuts at full speed. The smoother my movements became the less energy I expelled thus conserving my strength. I was slowly beginning to understand how the eight different directions came into play. I also began to understand the simplicity of the angles, which led me to not over think the techniques involved. This simplicity allowed me to practice at a higher level of awareness than I had experienced previously. Now, honed and practiced, my cutting patterns are executed at blinding speed with spot on accuracy. Through practice and repetition my thoughts and intentions were not