2024: The Strength of Kung Fu: A Journey of Perseverance and Inner Power
Kung Fu, success achieved through hard work and perseverance, is often seen as just physical combat, however it represents much more than that. Kung Fu is about discipline, perseverance, and the pursuit of inner strength. Achieving success in Kung Fu is not a quick victory, but a gradual, steady climb requiring dedication, resilience, and a commitment to self-improvement. It is the journey, not the destination.
The American TV host of ‘Mr Rogers’ Neighbourood’, Mr Rogers once said, “Most of us, I believe, admire strength. It’s something we tend to respect in others, desire for ourselves, and wish for our children. Sometimes, though, I wonder if we confuse strength with other words—like ‘aggression’ and even ‘violence.’ Real strength is neither male nor female; but it is, quite simply, one of the finest characteristics that a human being can possess.”
In Kung Fu, the real strength is not about dominating opponents through sheer force, but about mastering oneself—physically, mentally, and spiritually. Practitioners often discover that strength lies not in visible muscle or aggressive techniques, but in the patience and humility that grow through hard work.
Mr Rogers also said “When I was a boy I used to think that strong meant having big muscles, great physical power; but the longer I live, the more I realise that real strength has much more to do with what is not seen. Real strength has to do with helping others.”
This idea aligns with Kung Fu philosophy where true mastery is reflected not in overpowering others but in the ability to use one’s skills to protect and uplift those around them. Strength, in this sense, becomes a tool for compassion, and every challenge in Kung Fu teaches resilience and mental fortitude, proving that perseverance is the real key to success.
Like any martial art, Kung Fu demands dedication and years of training, but the greatest rewards do not come in the form of grades or belts, rather in the quiet strength that develops within. Kung Fu teaches that success, both in martial arts and in life, is achieved through persistent effort and the resolve to overcome obstacles—not by force, but through inner peace and resilience.
In both Kung Fu and in life, perseverance will always be the most important weapon in achieving greatness. The path is hard, but the rewards are profound.
We thank you all for supporting us and joining us on this journey, and we wish you a Happy New Year for 2025.
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