Kratos & Machete
Machete
I’ve seen plenty of soldiers break under pressure; how do you keep your pupils sharp when the world feels like a battlefield?
Kratos
When the world feels like a battlefield I tell my pupils that the only real enemy is doubt. I keep them focused by having them break every moment into a single breath, a single movement, a single intention. I train their bodies, then their minds, and make sure they see each challenge as a sparring partner, not a threat. That keeps the mind sharp and the heart steady.
Machete
Nice line of fire. Just remember: doubt’s a cheap enemy, but the real threat is letting it win the first round. Keep the breath tight, the mind sharper, and you’ll never need a backup plan.
Kratos
Good point. I keep my pupils focused on the present move, never letting doubt sneak into the first round. The breath is my anchor, and the mind is the blade. That way we never need a backup plan.
Machete
Good grind. Just keep that blade in shape, and if doubt tries to pop out, shove it back to the rear line. No backup needed when you’ve got the front line on point.