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Miyamoto Musashi distinguished between two types of sight: 'ken' (seeing with the eyes) and 'kan' (seeing with the mind). He taught that in battle, one must not fixate on the opponent's sword, but perceive the whole situation. 'Perception is strong and sight weak,' he wrote. This soft, expansive focus allowed him to react to attacks from any direction. Musashi teaches us to broaden our awareness, to see the big picture without losing sight of the details, and to remain focused without being fixated.
"Do nothing which is of no use."
"In battle, if you make your opponent flinch, you have already won."
"Perceive that which cannot be seen with the eye."
"It is difficult to understand the universe if you only study one planet."
"Distinguish between gain and loss in worldly matters."
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