Yes, I was on the receiving end of his side kick. It was like getting hit with a truck.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author recounts receiving a side kick from a formidable fighter, comparing its impact to a truck.
- In plain terms
- He got hit hard by a skilled fighter.
- What can you take from it?
- Physical impact from a master can be overwhelming.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle being overwhelmed?
- What respects do you have for power?
Another view
A single anecdote does not prove overall superiority.
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