Miyamoto Musashi | A Life of Ultimate Focus

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  • Опубликовано: 28 май 2024
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    Miyamoto Musashi is one of the most legendary samurai and famed as Japan’s greatest swordsman - undefeated in more than sixty duels. After he escaped death during the Battle of Sekigahara, Musashi became a ronin. Aside from being a swordsman, he was also a philosopher, artist, and well-learned Buddhist. Before he died, Musashi left us with twenty-one principles named Dokkōdō. These are timeless rules that can inspire us today to live well. The majority, if not all, of these rules, help us to establish one thing: ‘focus’.
    Focus is the quality of having a concentrated interest or activity on something. Needless to say, ‘focus’ was a crucial component in Musashi’s life, or, what he called ‘the way’, which is a life of ongoing practice. His writings reveal that his lifestyle revolved around restraint, sacrifice, discipline, and not being swayed by pleasure. These virtues were all established by or in support of being able to ‘focus’. Especially when he spent time apart from society, Musashi was only concerned with perfecting his skill, while aiming for enlightenment by the Way of the sword.
    This three-part series elaborates on the twenty-one principles from Musashi’s Dokkōdō. The first part explored the first seven principles. This second part will explore how to live a life of ultimate focus, based on the next seven principles. Please note, the elaborations in this video are based on existing philosophies, the author’s interpretations, and reasoning, and are intended to be an inspiration for present-day life.
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    00:00 - 0) Intro
    01:57 - 8) Never let yourself be saddened by a separation.
    04:03 - 9) Resentment and complaint are appropriate neither for oneself or others.
    05:48 - 10) Do not let yourself be guided by the feeling of lust or love.
    07:25 - 11) In all things have no preferences.
    08:34 - 12) Be indifferent to where you live.
    10:02 - 13) Do not pursue the taste of good food.
    11:51 - 14) Do not hold on to possessions you no longer need.
    #miyamotomusashi #dokkodo #ronin

Комментарии • 2,2 тыс.

  •  3 года назад +664

    Part 1: ruclips.net/video/bhlvYmn1IUQ/видео.html
    Part 3: ruclips.net/video/NGQQGeI1MmE/видео.html

    • @natebutler4626
      @natebutler4626 3 года назад +11

      I'm very curious if you've heard of Berserk, and if so, what your take away is from the philosophies of that series?

    • @minimars3696
      @minimars3696 3 года назад +6

      I am so inspiered by these two videos! I will wait for the third part! Thank you so much for these videos!

    • @Povhc
      @Povhc 3 года назад +5

      Einzelgänger
      I don't know if this is story about focus or not but when i watched The Mahabharata 89' adaptation by Peter Brooks there is a scene where archers on target practice have to tell their master what do they see and they all describe the target and the sorroundings but one archer Arjuna says i see the eye of the bird (target). When asked again he said i can't, i see only the eye. My only tought upon seeing this scene was; FOCUS and that one should do things only in absolute focus and comitement. I mention this to you as an idea for further topic, Mahabharata perhaps. Cheers.

    • @strider_hiryu850
      @strider_hiryu850 3 года назад +6

      Your content is excellent.

    • @diegosantos5818
      @diegosantos5818 3 года назад

      @@Povhc Amazing comment dude! Thanks for the reference, i'll be totally searching for the movie

  • @Dacademeca
    @Dacademeca 3 года назад +10434

    "It May Seem Difficult At First, But Everything Is Difficult At First."
    - Miyamoto Musashi

    • @sofiahamza3451
      @sofiahamza3451 3 года назад +52

      I've read that book before

    • @mjolninja9358
      @mjolninja9358 3 года назад +9

      @@sofiahamza3451 .

    • @jaysensei65
      @jaysensei65 3 года назад +10

      Wow.

    • @wakkun8183
      @wakkun8183 3 года назад +6

      @@sofiahamza3451 name the book

    • @koiiyhonze9148
      @koiiyhonze9148 3 года назад +10

      A know knowledgeably quote added to my creation of the universe

  • @QuietlyMagnetic
    @QuietlyMagnetic 3 года назад +4755

    One of my favourite teachings from Miyamoto Musashi is that 'you can only fight the way you practice'. It's similar to the concept that we do not rise to the level of our expectations but fall to the level of our training. Embracing this mindset, has done wonders for the way I approach life.

    • @rapture87
      @rapture87 3 года назад +23

      This is great ty

    • @MindNow
      @MindNow 3 года назад +10

      Very well said! 🙏❤️

    • @rim157
      @rim157 3 года назад +29

      Can you elaborate on how you apply it to your life and how it’s affected your life as a result?

    • @mjolninja9358
      @mjolninja9358 3 года назад +8

      Oh shit *nigga*

    • @crimsonwish4077
      @crimsonwish4077 3 года назад +3

      Can u say how u put it to your life

  • @cadennevah7248
    @cadennevah7248 3 года назад +4154

    Switching to your side arm is always faster than reloading.
    - Mitamoto Musashi

    • @feudist
      @feudist 3 года назад +235

      “Trust the Force, Harry. “
      Gandalf

    • @skys6655
      @skys6655 2 года назад +60

      Carry two primaries

    • @sisda_8176
      @sisda_8176 2 года назад +101

      If its a 2 vs 1 just jump the enemy
      -Sun Tzu, The Art of War

    • @larrygoatfish1000
      @larrygoatfish1000 2 года назад +2

      This is too good

    • @larrygoatfish1000
      @larrygoatfish1000 2 года назад +3

      @@skys6655 this is too good

  • @WestRightDawn
    @WestRightDawn Год назад +496

    “You must understand that there is more than one path to the top of the mountain”
    - Miyamoto Musashi

    • @vibhav8237
      @vibhav8237 Год назад

      But pls tell what does it exactly mean!

    • @TheScroll
      @TheScroll Год назад +13

      @@vibhav8237 You have an apple. Your goal is to eat it. There are many ways to eat it, but ultimately it is consumed as nutrition.

    • @harisbo6
      @harisbo6 Год назад +3

      @@vibhav8237 If your current job isn’t working out, there are more paths to follow

    • @timjohnson1199
      @timjohnson1199 Год назад +2

      Failure is temporary. Try again a bit differently.

  • @Dacademeca
    @Dacademeca 3 года назад +3545

    "You Must Understand That There Is More Than One Path To The Top Of The Mountain."
    - Miyamoto Musashi

    • @MindNow
      @MindNow 3 года назад +16

      Love that quote!

    • @sirajjordan2847
      @sirajjordan2847 3 года назад +8

      Wonderful comment I agree now let's work on everyone else to help them with that concept

    • @FlatlandMando
      @FlatlandMando 3 года назад +4

      You may also realize there is absolutely no need to go...ie. Everest. By the time the entire multiple routes are scattered with litter & dried frozen bodies of dead climbers you know it's just not a " thing" anymore

    • @stephenparks9141
      @stephenparks9141 3 года назад +1

      True

    • @nitinvsjain
      @nitinvsjain 3 года назад +1

      Mahaveer Jain - Anekantvad ❤️🙏

  • @mjolninja9358
    @mjolninja9358 3 года назад +6722

    Fasting made me realize how beautiful food tastes, even black coffee tastes sweet.

    • @davidtran6928
      @davidtran6928 3 года назад +88

      Yuck! I hate black coffee lol. I'd spit it out if someone made me drink it. I need to add milk and a bit of sugar. I don't get people who like their coffee black. I mean, do they also eat biscuits with no sugar in them lol. It's like how some people out there like Dr pepper.. it taste SOOO disgusting! I bet some people like it because it's been marketed to them and that they don't actually like it. It's pretty scary knowing how some people can be so easily manipulated. I bet you would like your coffee better if you added the right amount of sugar. I had a friend who drank black coffee not because he liked it, but because he thought it looked cooler. Pllleeeeease.. how lame lol. i was like come on bro, no one thinks that but you lol

    • @Micaboii
      @Micaboii 3 года назад +320

      I truly get this. I like the bitterness of the coffee, same with tea, I used to drink it with sugar but these days it feels like it breaks the harmony of the tea. Same with coffee. It is perfect as it is, there is no need to add anything to it. I feel the same about fruit and vegetables too, appreciate the simplicity of things.

    • @mjolninja9358
      @mjolninja9358 3 года назад +417

      @@davidtran6928 I’m not sure what you’re trying to prove with that but I respect your opinion

    • @mjolninja9358
      @mjolninja9358 3 года назад +89

      @@Micaboii yeah man, I used to LOVE sweet beverages too back then especially coffee based drinks! But once I tried Cold Brew I’ve rarely make or get sweeter coffees!

    • @PreludeDude
      @PreludeDude 3 года назад +120

      @@davidtran6928 if you brew the coffee from real beans and it's some good stuff, French press or something, the "black" coffee can actually have a slightly sweet aromatic taste. You might be referring to black coffee from McDonald's or something, which does indeed taste bad. Another thing to note is my taste buds changed around 24 years old and I began liking more bitter tastes like vinegar, beers, coffee, etc

  • @New_Black_Chaos
    @New_Black_Chaos 2 года назад +2372

    "With Greater Power Comes Greater Electricity Bills."
    - Buddha

  • @PeterMasalski93
    @PeterMasalski93 3 года назад +676

    "I don't pay attention, attention pays me"
    - probably Miyamoto Musashi

    • @opp5772
      @opp5772 3 года назад +5

      Stop

    • @nasser-um8oq
      @nasser-um8oq 2 года назад +6

      🤣🤣😂😆

    • @gravy4708
      @gravy4708 2 года назад +10

      I hate that "probably". It ruins the comment.
      But if you remove it now, the "edited" will ruin the comment.
      Just delete this mate.

    • @parkyamato9450
      @parkyamato9450 2 года назад +3

      @@gravy4708 it ain't that deep tard

    • @danielbraga3498
      @danielbraga3498 2 года назад +15

      @@gravy4708 nah it makes it funnier

  • @DvNezarto
    @DvNezarto 3 года назад +2565

    It’s insane how Musashi and Aurelius reached pretty much the exact same conclusions

    • @pantsumaster4891
      @pantsumaster4891 3 года назад +405

      Musashi said that there is different path to the mountain top. Clearly, both have different path but reached the peak of their life and pursuit - able to leave a mark in history eons later.

    • @ryanweston9677
      @ryanweston9677 3 года назад +164

      Basically stoicism is the foundational principal of their beliefs.

    • @pantsumaster4891
      @pantsumaster4891 3 года назад +285

      @@ryanweston9677 Mute the external world, focus on the internal self. The world has always been insane, but it can get worse.
      By preparing oneself to face adversity is the greatest self-love one can give to themselves, not sugarcoating obstacles with rewards.

    • @DvNezarto
      @DvNezarto 3 года назад +90

      @@pantsumaster4891 Accept what you cannot control, accept the impermanence of things and live a virtuous life

    • @Armdfg
      @Armdfg 3 года назад +110

      Truth is one and the same. They just found it in different cultures, not so strange after all.

  • @MopSpadowski
    @MopSpadowski 3 года назад +761

    “Friendly fire will not be tolerated.”
    -Musashi

    • @parthsawant9904
      @parthsawant9904 3 года назад +10

      😂😂

    • @cabnbeeschurgr6440
      @cabnbeeschurgr6440 3 года назад +52

      "You were killed by a grenade. Watch out for the grenade danger indicator."
      -Musashi

    • @MopSpadowski
      @MopSpadowski 3 года назад +2

      @@cabnbeeschurgr6440 Preach it.

    • @ndkoy07
      @ndkoy07 3 года назад +2

      The heck!

    • @ndkoy07
      @ndkoy07 3 года назад +5

      😂😅🤣

  • @thatkarbide
    @thatkarbide 2 года назад +1266

    I'm going through a rough separation with my wife of 21 years married, 26 years together. I'll be 42 in a month and we have 3 kids under 10. I seriously can't explain how valuable your collection of videos have been. Just when I felt like everything was ending I understand it's just the beginning. Thanks for these videos they have literally saved my life.
    Update 11/28/2022: Well damn, I never expected the support I've received here and still getting comments and requests to see where I'm at. Just know I appreciate every comment and words of well wishing. I'm still putting in the work and still focusing on improving myself. Some days are still harder than others but those are becoming fewer and fewer. I'm doing much better now than I was when I first posted here and curious to see where I'll be a year from now. A huge thanks and gratitude for all the support to anyone who has taken their time to read or comment on this thread. it means a hell of a lot to me and know that I wish you all the best as well! 👊

    • @hakaishinkage9899
      @hakaishinkage9899 2 года назад +46

      I wish you the best man🙏🏽

    • @jklflufj22
      @jklflufj22 2 года назад +52

      The fact you can say that in a state you’re in is beautiful in itself. You’re definitely on the right path. The never ending path of obstacles and overcoming. With every challenge comes a new beginning. Keep going my man, as you’ve seen in life before. It’s not over til it’s over.

    • @thatkarbide
      @thatkarbide 2 года назад +10

      @@hakaishinkage9899 Thanks I really appreciate it.

    • @thatkarbide
      @thatkarbide 2 года назад +21

      @@jklflufj22 Every day gets a tiny bit better. Finding new things to do during this time has been a big help for sure. Thanks for the encouragement. I'm not one to typically air my problems in a public forum but I'm glad I did.

    • @jklflufj22
      @jklflufj22 2 года назад +9

      @@thatkarbide yea man no shame in any choices you make wether it feels right or wrong. Find ways to physically suffer daily for example running cold showers or anything the ego has tough time doing. I’m sure there’s things you do right now but the more you can evolve your routine the more present you become. Less controlled by thoughts that are anything but the present you feel. No rush tho patience is a necessary skill. Seems like I don’t need to hope you feel better because it seem you’re inevitably already on your journey to it.

  • @carbcrusader7306
    @carbcrusader7306 2 года назад +405

    Fun fact, there’s a manga about Musashi’s life. It’s called “Vagabond”. Sadly it wasn’t finished from what I know, because the author wanted to move on to other works. But it has >200 chapters.

    • @jaw9095
      @jaw9095 Год назад +50

      Yeah the art work is some of the best art work you will find for any comic

    • @iopiok5602
      @iopiok5602 Год назад +3

      is there anywhere to read online

    • @lordofdestruction9351
      @lordofdestruction9351 Год назад +3

      baki wlso has its own version of musashi

    • @PeachDragon_
      @PeachDragon_ Год назад +25

      @@lordofdestruction9351 yes but it's not even remotely comparable to vagabond lmao

    • @thearab2569
      @thearab2569 Год назад

      yes, this manga called Eiji Yoshikawa book called simply "Musashi"

  • @ismailboughanem493
    @ismailboughanem493 3 года назад +1004

    Preoccupied with a single leaf... you won't see the tree. Preoccupied with a single tree... you'll miss the entire forest. Don't be preoccupied with a single spot. See everything in it's entirety... effortlessly. That is what it means to truly "see.
    "Vagabond"

    • @erikkvaden3063
      @erikkvaden3063 3 года назад +8

      What is this from?

    • @rngnakka9850
      @rngnakka9850 3 года назад +101

      @@erikkvaden3063 the manga vagabond which is about musashis life and his duels amazing Art recommend reading it

    • @Saffarts
      @Saffarts 3 года назад +36

      @@rngnakka9850 came here because I just finished Vagabond

    • @krispybeats6615
      @krispybeats6615 3 года назад +3

      Nice one 😘✌️

    • @weiping869
      @weiping869 3 года назад +5

      i remember and really love this quote

  • @kramnrib4888
    @kramnrib4888 2 года назад +191

    "Switching to your secondary weapon is faster than reloading."
    - Miyamoto Musashi

    • @ormstoodotcom7634
      @ormstoodotcom7634 2 года назад +5

      "make sure to take overkill as to carry two primary weapons"
      - Miyamoto Musashi, maybe...

    • @timjohnson1199
      @timjohnson1199 Год назад

      @@ormstoodotcom7634 Nah, Miyamoto could, with superior training and skill defeat a magnum with a .22

  • @huevonesunltd
    @huevonesunltd Год назад +73

    "There is no knowledge that is not power"
    -Miyamoto Musashi

    • @blues05
      @blues05 Год назад +5

      That's actually from the UMK3 intro

  • @Guilherme_Pereira
    @Guilherme_Pereira 3 года назад +715

    "The things you own, end up owning you." --Tyler Durden

    • @dirkdiggler2430
      @dirkdiggler2430 3 года назад +15

      You are not your f***ing khakis!!!!!

    • @koiiyhonze9148
      @koiiyhonze9148 3 года назад +16

      Like he said in the video we really don't own anything, not even our bodies. Death will come for everybody, once you understand this you'll be ready

    • @eskrimagitarista274
      @eskrimagitarista274 3 года назад +1

      You are not the money in your pocket

    • @kevziro
      @kevziro 3 года назад +4

      “You are a nothingness” “you become as you think” “be still and know yourself”

    • @mexiparkourman
      @mexiparkourman 2 года назад +4

      You are not a beautiful and unique snowflake

  • @spike-de5zo
    @spike-de5zo 3 года назад +309

    Mandatory mention of the manga Vagabond. One of the best mangas out there.

    • @griffith9964
      @griffith9964 3 года назад +6

      I read 16 Chp it's slow but good

    • @mjolninja9358
      @mjolninja9358 3 года назад +17

      Oh Vagabond is such a journey, Highly recommend it.

    • @StrangerE0ns
      @StrangerE0ns 3 года назад +13

      *whatever happens, happens?*

    • @spike-de5zo
      @spike-de5zo 3 года назад +2

      @@StrangerE0ns right on man

    • @Antside
      @Antside 2 года назад +3

      @@StrangerE0ns cowboy bebop

  • @Yuri_wasright
    @Yuri_wasright 3 года назад +2311

    "Maybe Girls Should eat makeup so that they can become pretty from inside" - Sun Tzu, Art of War.

    • @AJayZy
      @AJayZy 3 года назад +35

      You copied that comment. Idt you’ve been focusing on the content from this channel smh

    • @Yuri_wasright
      @Yuri_wasright 3 года назад +10

      @@dropbearjd8986 Next Video Soon 🙏

    • @hueyhooverhampton7060
      @hueyhooverhampton7060 3 года назад +8

      Is that a real quote?

    • @twins2936
      @twins2936 3 года назад +12

      @@hueyhooverhampton7060 no

    • @hoonterofhoonters6588
      @hoonterofhoonters6588 2 года назад +14

      @@hueyhooverhampton7060 Yes.

  • @ZOCCOK
    @ZOCCOK 2 года назад +397

    Miyamoto is a rare example of a Samurai.
    Most Samurai's in Japan were more or less highly glorified Mercenaries who cared only about money or land by killing and collecting bounties of opponents (Not that different from everyday people except the killing part).
    Miyamoto is a rare example who embodied the samurai values of honor, something that even high ranking Samurai didn't care much about

    • @arstar5435
      @arstar5435 2 года назад +30

      He wasn’t a samurai, he was a ronin. Samurais belong to families and clans. And their codes of honor are twisted and nonsensical.

    • @ttchme9816
      @ttchme9816 2 года назад +11

      @@arstar5435 the irony is the funniest part. Although it does make me think, Musashi isn't a moral person and what if all of this virtuous ideals he spoke of is just his boasting. Who knows? My point is that just like Musashi once did ( or so he claims ), take it with a grain of salt.

    • @someonesomewhere3761
      @someonesomewhere3761 Год назад +17

      @@arstar5435 He was a samurai. Ronin are samurai without a lord or master

    • @rgddydshevchenko2448
      @rgddydshevchenko2448 Год назад +4

      @俊也角田 OH IM SORRY MISTER RELATIVITY, I'LL NEVER SAY HITLER IS EVIL AGAIN, BECAUSE OBVIOUSLY MORALITY IS SO SUBJECTIVE

    • @rgddydshevchenko2448
      @rgddydshevchenko2448 Год назад

      @俊也角田 am I wrong?

  • @TheDhammaHub
    @TheDhammaHub 3 года назад +284

    The principles of success are truly timeless and get (re)discovered by so many people throughout history. What the Buddha discovered 2600 years ago is just as relevant to Miyamoto Musashi as it is to us today

    • @MindNow
      @MindNow 3 года назад

      What principles are you applying atm?

    • @TheDhammaHub
      @TheDhammaHub 3 года назад +20

      @@MindNow Several! One of the key principles is likely moderation - or as the Buddha put it, the middle way

    • @MarcusRoy
      @MarcusRoy 3 года назад +3

      As well as aspects of the way

    • @eskrimagitarista274
      @eskrimagitarista274 3 года назад +10

      Yes great leaders like the buddha, jesus, aurelius, musashi, confucious, even marley and etc. Seem to me all stoic. Its all just about positive vibrations man. Dont be greedy and remain positive. Thats all to it.

    • @meowisla2032
      @meowisla2032 3 года назад +2

      You forgot the best leader of all humans. I will give you a hint. He was the only man supremely successful in religious and secular affairs...

  • @abhisheksirohi7699
    @abhisheksirohi7699 Год назад +5

    "Once u understand things broadly, u can see it in all things". Profound!

  • @akhilbs9625
    @akhilbs9625 3 года назад +39

    He already said *scroll back up*
    Why are you still here my dear friend?

  • @pushpashakya4235
    @pushpashakya4235 Год назад +40

    Sun may set but it always rises up
    -musashi

  • @zero_meercat8624
    @zero_meercat8624 3 года назад +227

    I love this content man, found you from mainly the teachings of Alan watts

    •  3 года назад +32

      Thanks, great to hear! Alan Watts is a gem.

    • @garradmill5946
      @garradmill5946 3 года назад +1

      Same here. Loved your work on Taoism, I read the Tao the Ching off the back of them

    • @brentnevius2849
      @brentnevius2849 3 года назад

      Check out Mooji, he actually lives the example instead of just playing parrot.

    • @zojirushi1
      @zojirushi1 3 года назад

      I found him through RUclips recommendations lol

  • @solo_soul7426
    @solo_soul7426 3 года назад +303

    As much as I learn, I realize I know so less

    • @kinggilgamesh013
      @kinggilgamesh013 3 года назад +31

      Knowledge only multiplies every answer you come to will lead to more questions.

    • @ghostsinthegraveyard5766
      @ghostsinthegraveyard5766 3 года назад +3

      Little*

    • @Weweta
      @Weweta 3 года назад +2

      Thats creepy and beutifull,its kinda of showing us how world is exotic

    • @tranthanh5937
      @tranthanh5937 3 года назад

      @@Weweta I have to read your comment thrice to kwym, but its all g

    • @giantspacemonstr
      @giantspacemonstr 2 года назад

      The less you know the better.

  • @IronReef77
    @IronReef77 Год назад +4

    Love a Focused lifestyle. Most of society don't understand and it is what it is

  • @hunchojackjackhuncho68
    @hunchojackjackhuncho68 Год назад +6

    Jiri Prozchaka’s fav RUclips vid

  • @PowerMatrixAnime
    @PowerMatrixAnime 3 года назад +71

    Read Musashi
    by Eiji Yoshikawa. One of the most fascinating novels that explore his life.

    • @rogerwright4234
      @rogerwright4234 3 года назад +4

      David Kirk has also written a 3 part epic about Musashi’s life. Only the first two books have been published so far. They are an excellent addition to the Yoshikawa book.

    • @cabnbeeschurgr6440
      @cabnbeeschurgr6440 3 года назад +4

      The novel is a fictionalized version of his life, but much of his philosophy in the book is derived directly from the Dokkodo and the Book of Five Rings.

    • @xkdjdnskdnscndjdj984
      @xkdjdnskdnscndjdj984 3 года назад +7

      I am reading vagabond (the manga adaptation of 'Musashi') and it was a life changing experience, the way I started to view my education and my overall life including sports, relationships and my inner thoughts has changed drastically. I am glad that I am reading vagabond while I am 17, can't thank the mangaka enough for this masterpiece.

  • @tyresehulbert3020
    @tyresehulbert3020 3 года назад +61

    I feel as if I’ve been lost in my life recently, just drifting through, slowly giving up and becoming more hopeless. I’m trying to get better, I know I will. But it’s hard. I just keep everything inside, I’m not happy with life, I’m not the person I want to be, and I feel like I won’t ever be that person. I feel weak, especially considering what I was not so long ago, and how I was constantly improving. But right now my mind and body are struggling.
    Just had to get this off my chest somehow

    • @eudaimonia9260
      @eudaimonia9260 3 года назад

      Counter intuitive but quit trying to be better. All the reasons why you want to be better are the same reasons why you're not.

    • @neeli1023
      @neeli1023 3 года назад

      @@eudaimonia9260 Could you please elaborate on what you mean? I'm going through the same situation as the op but I didn't understand your comment.

    • @eudaimonia9260
      @eudaimonia9260 3 года назад +9

      @@neeli1023 Most people create this ideal version of themselves in their head and fail time and time again to actualize it. This leads to suffering. The mind comes up with all theses reasons to why you should but if you were that ideal.. you wouldn't have to try so hard. A better attitude and acceptance of the present moment is what matters most.

    • @neeli1023
      @neeli1023 3 года назад +5

      @@eudaimonia9260 It makes sense now I understand it better. Thank you for replying.

    • @vishalshrm
      @vishalshrm 3 года назад +1

      You are not alone bro it’s exactly how i feel . Almost 30 and not even close to what image i have in my mind for myself. The untouched potential i have, all the good aspects and habits ruined because of some lifelong problems.But no matter what keep the hope and the change will come. People will tell you their perspectives about doing this or that just like me but its different for everyone so you gotta find the way it works for you. Also Prioritise the things that are holding you back and get em sorted

  • @phillipemeca
    @phillipemeca 2 года назад +32

    From the book of five rings comes my favorite thought from Musashi: “in a fight to the death it is shameful to die with a weapon still undrawn”

  • @bhuveshaggarwal9905
    @bhuveshaggarwal9905 2 года назад +15

    “People tend to make very unwise decisions while enchanted by lust and love”… how true that turned out to be for me, slowly studying philosophy for fun has brought out so many answers to the questions which no one would have the answer to, how amazing it is.

  • @kellforcer1237
    @kellforcer1237 3 года назад +21

    "As long as your taste buds is working, there still hope"
    - Filipino Modern Proverb

    • @akonglacanlale354
      @akonglacanlale354 3 года назад +2

      Michael Belangel Remano “As long as you can smell any aroma, life’s good” - Another Filipino Modern Proverb

    • @kellforcer1237
      @kellforcer1237 3 года назад +1

      Nice 😁 kaFrequency.

    • @baba-yoshino
      @baba-yoshino 3 года назад +1

      don’t let Covid-19 catch you

    • @RedDragonfly205
      @RedDragonfly205 3 года назад +1

      @@akonglacanlale354 Nothing prompts your memory better than a smell!

  • @InfinitiSin
    @InfinitiSin 3 года назад +168

    He was badass, came up with something known as Niten Ichi-ryū. Which means "the school of the strategy of two heavens as one".

    • @Dacademeca
      @Dacademeca 3 года назад +1

      Sup man

    • @InfinitiSin
      @InfinitiSin 3 года назад +2

      @@Dacademeca Yo how are ya doing man?

    • @Dacademeca
      @Dacademeca 3 года назад +2

      @@InfinitiSin good, u?

    • @InfinitiSin
      @InfinitiSin 3 года назад +3

      @@Dacademeca same bruh, I’m alright. Hit me up on discord if you ever up for a chat.

    • @vatsalbhatnagar4351
      @vatsalbhatnagar4351 3 года назад +4

      Have you read the Young Samurai book series ?
      It involves the Niten-Ichi Ryu and is a great read !

  • @someoneprice2371
    @someoneprice2371 3 года назад +24

    “If you can‘t change the world,change yourself!”

  • @SFSwerve
    @SFSwerve 2 года назад +11

    “If you can taste, you can cook.” - Filipino Moms

  • @jubindeka8087
    @jubindeka8087 3 года назад +294

    "random quote."
    - random person

  • @96grungeALEXANDER
    @96grungeALEXANDER 3 года назад +24

    "what the fuck"
    -The mosquitoe that bit Magic Johnson

  • @johnxander12973
    @johnxander12973 Год назад +18

    Miyamototo Musashi or by his Buddhist name, Niten Dōraku, was indeed one of the greatest and most inspirational Buddhists to have ever lived. May he attain eternal bliss of Nirvana, In in future births. Namo Buddhaya!

  • @Vincentarthur100
    @Vincentarthur100 2 года назад +39

    My entire life I’ve lifted weights, I broke all sorts of record at 12+ then started wrestling and won nationals my 3rd year. Trained all day every day for years. I accomplished so much but now I have a broken spine and can’t stand up for more than a Few minutes at one time. Really makes you wonder if being truly great is actually worth it.

    • @xnerk
      @xnerk Год назад +3

      How did you break your spine man, what happened?

    • @tiesdijkmans
      @tiesdijkmans Год назад +1

      @@xnerk Lifting heavy weights or doing heavy things while your body is still in high development. Like with a 12 year old can be detremental to the body. It is best to really start doing it once your body has had the most of it's growth. Even then moderation is still key to preserving your body

    • @wrcz
      @wrcz Год назад

      It's probably worth it if you're not an idiot who breaks his own spine. Training safely and risking your health only when you absolutely need to.

  • @xiaomaozen
    @xiaomaozen 3 года назад +30

    Brilliant. Musashi seems to have been a real lotus: at home in the muddy water.

  • @deepfuchsia7204
    @deepfuchsia7204 3 года назад +80

    I find these rules very similar to those I can see in Seneca’s “Letters”. So I can say that Musashi somewhat was a stoic himself. I’m really happy to become interested in philosophy, since it tries to answer those questions that aren’t popular nowadays, yet the most important in one’s life.

    • @wrcz
      @wrcz Год назад

      Buddhism and stoicism are very similar.

  • @dimarogiv3358
    @dimarogiv3358 Год назад +21

    The principle about food is not only about food actually. Human always gets used to anything, to simple, to difficult, to larger, to less. There is no reason to buy expencive food since you can get used to simpler and healthier. We need to think by our minds, not emotions.
    Especially I liked the 11th point: in all things have no preferences.
    Only this way you can fully enjoy the life as it is, without unsuccessful trying to change everything, and lets you focus on things that really matter to you
    I like the video

  • @BorbaFerreira
    @BorbaFerreira 2 года назад +2

    John Wick is a man of focus, commitment and sheer f@cking will.

  • @anassabidar3453
    @anassabidar3453 3 года назад +55

    This was a mind opening video! I feel like I was in a therapy session! Thank you!

  • @alvishhussain8383
    @alvishhussain8383 3 года назад +42

    "The things you own, end up owning you"
    Tyler Durden

  • @henriquemonteiro1519
    @henriquemonteiro1519 Год назад +2

    Enchanted with this Channel

  • @Wisdomfoundationlive
    @Wisdomfoundationlive 2 года назад +15

    You have no idea how much value you added into my life. Thank you so much, you're such a great soul!

  • @phurian_6560
    @phurian_6560 3 года назад +33

    This is crazy, it's literally touching every problem I have in my life rn 😐

    • @tirgod100
      @tirgod100 3 года назад +1

      Its because these are the problems of everyone. Je was also just a human but he was thinking about the problems and what causes them... its called philosofy

    • @lashankavishka383
      @lashankavishka383 2 года назад +1

      answers to your problems can solve tru Buddhism....

    • @shiningeditedmoon
      @shiningeditedmoon 2 года назад

      @@lashankavishka383 I prefer Christianity

  • @sunainaawasthi7423
    @sunainaawasthi7423 3 года назад +18

    Wasn’t feeling good about anything in life for some time now, again. I think with this video, the doleful phase of my life ends. Much thanks to this channel that is helping so many people in different ways!

    • @wrcz
      @wrcz Год назад

      I think you missed the point. The "doleful" phase never ends. You just have to accept it.

  • @johnmchugh8049
    @johnmchugh8049 Год назад +2

    The simplicity is beauty 🖤

  • @babydemonlab
    @babydemonlab 3 года назад

    Thank you for putting all this together.

  • @HarshSingh-yo7cn
    @HarshSingh-yo7cn 3 года назад +42

    Einzelgänger! Thanks for making this amazing video on focus. Much appreciated.

    •  3 года назад +3

      Thank you Harsh! You're welcome!

  • @Neffariousnyc
    @Neffariousnyc 3 года назад +42

    Musashi used to ambush his foes, fight with advantage and when knowing he would face defeat, run away. He was very focused on winning.

  • @sandesh8521
    @sandesh8521 3 года назад +4

    My journey to find peace in being alone, I discovered your videos. I take my time to write down quotes and read them through my days to keep me practicing on focus. I will watch your videos for as long as you so wish to work on these videos.

  • @aGr3atD4y
    @aGr3atD4y 5 месяцев назад

    Tank you very much for this great video!

  • @quincylee2276
    @quincylee2276 3 года назад +14

    I found austerity to be the ultimate method of cultivating strength, and thus happiness.

  • @GaminGawdess
    @GaminGawdess 3 года назад +4

    This is epic and look forward to the rest of the series. Thank you for such an enlightening channel.

  • @Marston687
    @Marston687 3 года назад

    Thank you so much for this video🙏
    This is truly the principles I will going to adapt and learn.

  • @SirianXM
    @SirianXM Месяц назад

    Your videos always captivate that part of me that truly understands how meaningful these ways of life can be. Musashi's writings really are poignant, especially because of how you delivered them. Thank you, for being YOU 🙏

  • @jimbeam2299
    @jimbeam2299 2 года назад +3

    He’s been an inspiration for over a decade now. Unbelievable wisdom.

  • @Tactical_DZ
    @Tactical_DZ Год назад +9

    A large part of my own philosophy ties in with the teachings of Musashi and the Book of Five Rings. This is timeless wisdom.

  • @NoBody-nu6kx
    @NoBody-nu6kx 3 года назад

    Thank you. I am patiently waiting for part three

  • @Ayrton22432
    @Ayrton22432 3 года назад

    This is very good quality content! Not just the theme itself, but all the editing, timeline, transitions, music, etc. Thanks.

  • @Nofux2give
    @Nofux2give 3 года назад +115

    "God i miss cocaine"
    .
    .
    -Old lady from Deadpool

    • @danielsobowale9496
      @danielsobowale9496 3 года назад +1

      😂😂😂😂😂😂I’m dead

    • @yeddiemon7317
      @yeddiemon7317 3 года назад

      🙌🏽😂

    • @ThePeter172
      @ThePeter172 3 года назад +2

      The only time I tried cocaine, was when I was Extremely drunk. It woke me up immediately, and for the next two days. A drug so powerful, that it can counter a hangover and even the natural sleep hormones. That's pretty scary.

    • @Nofux2give
      @Nofux2give 3 года назад +1

      @@ThePeter172 that's a no from me dawg

    • @eskrimagitarista274
      @eskrimagitarista274 3 года назад +2

      @@ThePeter172 if cocaine is bad, crystal meth is most evil

  • @childesbrokenribs
    @childesbrokenribs 2 года назад +6

    Thank you for explaining everything so clearly! I really like your videos, they teach me a lot and are very fun to watch.

  • @mufterobombero247
    @mufterobombero247 Год назад

    Thank you for making these videos!

  • @yahshua873
    @yahshua873 Год назад

    Thank you for this video.

  • @klenrussel5813
    @klenrussel5813 3 года назад +7

    i love watching this at 4AM while drinking my favorite coffee.

  • @timcisneros1351
    @timcisneros1351 3 года назад +6

    Joseph Campbell's message ......with a sword. ...."Follow your bliss. Magical things will happen that you couldn't even have imagined. Doors will open where there were only walls. Invisible hands will reach out when you least expect it (but in your greatest hour of need) Follow your bliss and don't be afraid. Be your own Hero. By doing that you not only save yourself but all those you love and by example the world.

  • @ouroboros7388
    @ouroboros7388 Год назад

    Thank you for the video!

  • @pichazai
    @pichazai 2 года назад

    thank you... feeling inspired every time I watch one of your videos.

  • @David-cm4ok
    @David-cm4ok 2 года назад +4

    'Trying is the first step towards failure'
    - Miyamoto Musashi

  • @erik_1953
    @erik_1953 3 года назад +59

    Perfecting his skill, he bought a gun...

    • @RodrigoBassoM1986
      @RodrigoBassoM1986 3 года назад

      You need training to shoot a gun too

    • @erik_1953
      @erik_1953 3 года назад +7

      @@RodrigoBassoM1986 I'm an archer. And i even shoot with a Yumi. Practise with a bow takes many years, with a gun , many months.

    • @JasonDBike
      @JasonDBike 3 года назад +3

      Guns back then werent so easy and accurate as todays.

    • @laksanaadi878
      @laksanaadi878 3 года назад

      what about vodoo?

    • @rc59191
      @rc59191 3 года назад +1

      @@erik_1953 a good instructor could get you proficient with guns in a few weeks.

  • @luisd5098
    @luisd5098 Год назад

    Always coming back to this banger!!

  • @scottmiller6270
    @scottmiller6270 2 года назад

    Thank You Sir, I love this small series!

  • @peipeixi
    @peipeixi Год назад +3

    This type of video is the what I need whenever I feel like my emotions are overpowering my rationality. It's difficult to control one's emotions but it's not improbable. I hope that I can find the methods that work for me.

  • @Dacademeca
    @Dacademeca 3 года назад +16

    Dude that old man is everywhere.

  • @jjhanson343
    @jjhanson343 2 года назад

    These videos are literally the most calming thing, i dont listen to relaxing music to fall asleep, i listen to this to fall asleep, and of course soak in words of wisdom

  • @BOSS3ayed89
    @BOSS3ayed89 2 года назад

    Thank you for making this video

  • @SamVueti
    @SamVueti 3 года назад +13

    Resentment is like drinking poison and waiting for the other person to die.

  • @censoredanon8928
    @censoredanon8928 3 года назад +6

    Focus on your life work is incredibly important for not only your success, but also your happiness.

  • @abhishekrajput9434
    @abhishekrajput9434 Год назад

    Thank you for this video

  • @deanmoore8324
    @deanmoore8324 Год назад

    Thankyou for this knowledge🙏🏼

  • @MarkmakinHD
    @MarkmakinHD 3 года назад +5

    I've been waiting so long for part 2. Also looking forward to see part 3! Your videos have so much value in them. Thank you for taking your time to make them. Keep them coming!

  • @senthurank509
    @senthurank509 3 года назад +4

    Samurai champloo introduced him to me🔥🔥.

  • @Singhamar313
    @Singhamar313 3 года назад

    Thank you for this.

  • @scott3614
    @scott3614 Год назад

    This is a fantastic video. Thank you

  • @LennefalkStudios
    @LennefalkStudios 3 года назад +39

    I actually read the Musashi book in high school 15 years ago, a hugely inspirational book for sure 👍☀️

  • @sumansouravmohapatra9691
    @sumansouravmohapatra9691 3 года назад +6

    Thank you...you sir certainly changed my lifey

    •  3 года назад +4

      I'm delighted to hear that my work has benefited you. Best wishes!

  • @Phillisteum
    @Phillisteum Год назад

    Thank you for pursuing your passion and create this channel and videos! They are most valuable and helpful.

  • @omarnaimsawaya4297
    @omarnaimsawaya4297 3 года назад

    Beautifully said!;! Thank you

  • @teagamer187
    @teagamer187 3 года назад +20

    " stay true to your path and your walk will represent your true " J.Brido

  • @coda_01
    @coda_01 3 года назад +49

    Me: "A life of focuse"
    My ADHD: "Are you challenging me?"

  • @KenCrocodile
    @KenCrocodile 2 года назад +2

    revisiting this video was actually eye opening. made me reassess my current situation and how i have been overtly negative towards it. when what should matter is my mind set towards said situation and environment.

  • @timelesssjolander4775
    @timelesssjolander4775 Год назад +2

    Very good video. Thank you very much🙏

  • @ADcrackerjack
    @ADcrackerjack 3 года назад +5

    I loved this specific series of the Ronin and his philosophy. Great channel man. Thank you, sincerely.

    • @natnaelabdissa7879
      @natnaelabdissa7879 3 года назад

      You play apex

    • @ADcrackerjack
      @ADcrackerjack 3 года назад

      @@natnaelabdissa7879 indeed. How do you know?

    • @natnaelabdissa7879
      @natnaelabdissa7879 3 года назад

      @@ADcrackerjack I remembered a comment you made on a video. I dont know which one though

    • @ADcrackerjack
      @ADcrackerjack 3 года назад

      @@natnaelabdissa7879 lol. Fun thing we both like Apex and... philosophy.

    • @natnaelabdissa7879
      @natnaelabdissa7879 3 года назад

      @@ADcrackerjack ya. If you like we can run some games.

  • @ronanseymour8565
    @ronanseymour8565 2 года назад +5

    My names Ronin, and I’ve been watching this three part series repeatedly for some time now and the lessons I’ve learned, and the people and things I’ve allowed myself to let go of have allowed me to live fulfilled once more and I thank you greatly for allowing someone like me to learn from miyamoto by creating a much more simple explanation of the 5 scrolls.

  • @billyjobato6285
    @billyjobato6285 3 года назад

    thank you for sharing this video

  • @ShinrinnoTatsujinENGVTUBER
    @ShinrinnoTatsujinENGVTUBER 2 года назад

    I appreciate these uploads, I have learned a lot!