Fear: Does it affect ability?

[MikeKerwin]

Hi Everyone,
This is my first post on this list, I look forward to making many more!

Fear in martial arts has interested me since I began training. I've just launched a website exploring fear as a martial artist, and I would love honest feedback from the community. Yes, it promotes an eBook on overcoming fear in martial arts, but I sincerely believe my fellow practitioners will find it useful information.

Never Freeze in a Fight Again

If you're curious, please take a look. I'm very interested in your opinion and personal experience.
Respectfully,
Mike

[GQchris]

That kicks ass.

[First Action]

I think there are good lessons to be learned in this subject

[kingoftheforest]

Bravery isn't about not being afraid (that's just plain stupidity) it's about overcoming your fear and doing what you have to do anyway.

[GQchris]

I think its important to spar as much as you can, that can help master the nerves.

[kingoftheforest]

I think its important to spar as much as you can, that can help master the nerves.

It's not so much about mastering nerves in my opinion. Sparring is good I agree, but you have to train your "flinch" reaction to be an attack instead of just standing there going "Oh Shit!!"

[sonialifedesign]

Fear is another state of mind, which in access can degrade your confidence. I would say, overcome the fear with self confidence. Then no one would be able to beat you in future!

[stevedav]

I think for saying what it was actually about. You prey on the fearful and victims. Frankly, I could care less if you were trading gold cord or a some illusion potion to make chicks drop in love with me. LOL I discovered the answers intriguing and wish you'll assist more to our forum

[Shanaia Mcglore]

Yes, fear affects your ability to perform things. I can relate to this experience because the first time i got this job in writing, I have many fears running inside my mind. Many "what if's". Then later on, i learned to face my fears and i was able to write well. If you want to see what im working on here is a link from my website.

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[Garland]

I think the book "On Combat" by Lt. Col. Dave Grossman may be something you may want to look at.

[Garland]

Oh...as for people who address this type of thing explicitly in their stuff...Richard Dimitri of Senshido, Geoff Thompson, Tony Blauer, Paul Vunak, etc etc etc... I really like the Senshido guys' stuff personally. Hands down current favorite RBSD guy. Think he's dead on about a lot of stuff. Oh...also look up the book "The Gift of Fear" by Gavin de Becker. Good book.

[nogibjjgear]

I think fear does affect ability. I find it hard to focus when im scared and trying too hard which at the end ends up with me being dominated by the opponent.