From one thing, know ten thousand.

Here is a thought for today.

Miyamoto Musashi, the legendary samurai, wrote in the timeless Book of Five Rings: “from one thing, know ten thousand things.”

I find that there is so much packed into this short sentence that it’s changed my approach to life.

1. Become a specialist and you will see patterns outside of your domain.

2. Every domain in your life will show the patterns you will see in your art or craft.

3. You will notice that everything matters. 

I will distill these three statements into one: the way you do anything is the way you do everything.

This is a sweet or bitter pill, depending on how you see it. Everything in your life shows an opportunity for your overall improvement. 

Your behavior in the weight room or your sports practice is reflected in your business practices, friendships and relationships. Just watch closely and you will see it.

Set goals, face them with integrity, prioritize technique, show up, adjust your goals with humility when necessary. Watch the transformation happen as you do this. 

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