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Tradition is the scourge of endeavour
A quote taken from Terry Pratchett’s “Unseen Academicals”.
Think about that.
Having been in a few environments where tradition has been deemed important, I can empathise with this quote. In fact, the hierachy of “people in charge” who have wanted to remain traditional have stamped on any signs of endeavour.
This could be in Karate- where bastardised forms of fighting have been put in sequences and ritualised beyond all recognition oif actual fighting.
It could be in the Armed Forces where drill is actually taken from 19th century combat commands, and ritually practiced. Actual combat and fighting is again different, but it would look a bit weird on a passing out parade for the troops to do some fire and maneuver.
It could be in agility drills where running over ladders is common practice, but bears no resemblance to sporting activity.
Recognise what is in place, and why. Tradition has its place, it is nice and warm and fuzzy, like an old jumper, but don’t get hampered by it.
Bruce Lee had lots to say on this.
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