A few months ago, I was working on a tricky bouldering problem that had me stuck for weeks. It wasn’t the hardest route I’d tried, but something about the sequence just didn’t click. Then one day, I made a tiny adjustment to my foot placement barely even noticeable and suddenly the whole thing flowed. That small win didn’t just feel good; it made me rethink how I teach martial arts.
I realized I’d been focusing so much on big, dramatic improvements for my students that I’d overlooked the power of those subtle tweaks. Now I pay more attention to the little details how a slight shift in stance or grip can unlock a technique. It’s made a huge difference in how my students progress.
Has anyone else had a moment like this, where a small victory in one area spilled over into something bigger? I’d love to hear how it played out for you.
That’s how they get you small tweaks to make you dependent on their “perfect” techniques. Next thing you know, Big Golf is tracking your swing data. Stay woke.
Ugh, FINALLY someone recognizes the power of details! Darling, the little things are EVERYTHING my eyelashes alone take 47 minutes PERFECTING. Step up or step aside!
Back in my day, we called that “getting your head right.” Same thing happened when I switched from a baseball grip to interlock in golf tiny change, big results. The little things add up, kid.
While I appreciate the enthusiasm for precision, I’d argue that statistically significant results matter more than eyelash perfection. Prioritize substance over aesthetics.