Today, let’s talk about how letting go can lead to success. The “strength” we often think of is not just physical strength. Mental strength, the strength of thought, and sometimes letting go can be true strength. Why is that? Let’s explain with specific examples.
The Craftsman’s Knife, The Artist’s Hand
A skilled craftsman prefers a tool with a slightly dull blade. Why? A too sharp blade hinders delicate work and can lead to mistakes. The same goes for art. Removing excess colors or lines and maintaining simplicity creates true beauty. It’s important to recognize natural imperfections and work flexibly rather than pursuing perfection.
The Secret of Baseball Pitchers
In baseball, pitchers must let go of tension when throwing the ball. Tightening all the muscles and applying force makes the ball fly incorrectly. Flexibility and elasticity in the body are necessary to throw faster and more accurately. It is said that it takes pitchers three years to learn to let go of tension, which gives us an important lesson. To achieve something, we need to approach it flexibly rather than rigidly.
A Car Stuck in the Sand
When a car is stuck in the sand, no matter how much you press the accelerator, it just spins uselessly. What should you do? You need to let out some air from the tires to widen their surface. This allows the car to get out easily. Similarly, when we face a problem, it’s important to let go of stubbornness and approach it flexibly.
The Attitude When Learning Something New
The same goes for learning something new. You need to let go of your fixed ideas and be open to receiving new information. Letting go doesn’t mean giving up. Putting aside your thoughts and approaching with an open mind is the true beginning of learning.
Conclusion
Do you understand why letting go is important? When we approach everything with flexibility, we can achieve greater results. This is not just a theory; it’s a method many experts and artists actually use. From today, try letting go and approach new challenges with a flexible mind. I hope you move towards success with a relaxed and flexible mind!