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Old 11-15-2004, 12:22 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by BaguaBoxer
I don't understand how so many people in Martial Arts bash Kung Fu. Why don't more people take the time to learn it. Or does it take to long is the American "I want it now" attitude taking over martial arts even. If it takes awhile, like 20 years to become prficient in Tai Chi, then get off your a$$ and try. Don't go "Its fake, thats not possible." just because you don't have the discipline or brass tacks to learn it. All styles have good points and bad points. It's the balance Yin and Yang that is found in all life. My ultimate point is If you haven't done it or tried it the how can you criticize it. Answer simple you can't. And just because you can't do something doesn't mean somebody else can't.


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Hey baguaboxer, i think it comes down to what you want out of your martial arts. If you live in a friendly, isolated part of the world why not pick up taiji? Its awesome for relaxation, balance and clearness of mind. I know nothing of its combat effectiveness, because I've never seen it.

The 'iwantitnow' attitude exists for a reason, because people want to learn how to defend themselves now, not 20 years later.
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