An idea from The Book of Five Rings

There are 5 guard positions: high, middle, low, left and right. Each exists for one purpose, which is to cut. So don’t think about holding a stance. Move between them as the moment needs, and keep your mind on the cut.

From The Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi

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