death

[seeker]

Of course it would be wonderfull not to be affraid of death. I think it is possible, but it takes time to reallise, that the only way to stay alive is to stop being affraid. If you can say that you don´t fear death, nothing is impossible to you.
Fear is instrument. It can be used for getting what you need/want.
Or something...

[eXcessiveForce]

The concept is usually that if you have no fear of death, (which is by some considered the worst that could happen) then you can go with out fear of other outcomes. With out fear you have no boundries no ties to restrain you from acting.

in A Book of Five Rings he says fight as though already dead.

If you forget about consequences then there is nothing you cannot do.

A person who lives by this philosophy is truely a dangerous individual.

[Shadi]

If you really think about it, you shouldn't be afraid of death. You could die at any time. You may just have a heart failure, or car accident. You can be afraid of it, but you'll be afraid all the time...b/c you don't know when you're going to go. Don't mistake my words as go out and do something crazy. You can put your self in situations, where death is unavoidable.

[Biker]

It is actually one of the philosophies of the Samurai.

From Hagakure:

"The Way of the Samurai is found in death. When it comes to either/or, there is only the quick choice of death. It is not particularly difficult. Be determined and advance. To say that dying without reaching one's aim is to die a dog's death is the frivolous way of sophisticates. When pressed with the choice of life or death, it is not necessary to gain one's aim.

We all want to live. And in large part we make our logic according to what we like. But not having attained our aim and continuing to live is cowardice. This is a thin dangerous line. To die without gaining one's aim IS a dog's death and fanaticism. But there is no shame in this. This is the substance of the way of the Samurai. If by setting one's heart right every morning and evening, one is able to live in the Way. His whole life will be without blame, and he will succeed in his calling."

[Hulk]

i think its more of trying to tell us that to win or to become a better fighter, u gotta accept losing.. or something.

[Kingston]

beep beep

i dont think bruce lee ment that literally....

reminds me of the "i take risks to feel alive" sort of thing....

ignoring the human instinct to fear death is just plain stupid in my opinion.

I say use our instincts for our own benefit, dont push them aside.

i personaly feel alive by being alive.

just one mans opinion

thanks for reading.

[platinum_angel]

i said i agreed with him not that i would be able to do it. i agree with what your saying

come on bri thai get with it

[Bri Thai]

Easy to say, isn't it? have you ever stared the grim reaper in the eye? You might change your mind if you do.............

[platinum_angel]

i was watching Bruce Lees show on tv-warriors journey- and he he something like you shouldn't be afraid to die in order to live. i agree with that.