I dont promise people the stars and the moon. But in my lessons, I TRY my best to ensure learning unfolds in a way that feels natural, flowing from the familiar into the new, like stepping stones across a river. Ideas are offered in small, manageable pieces that gradually expand into larger patterns, making even complex concepts feel effortless to grasp. The mind is gently stretched to see things differently, to replace old limits with fresh possibilities, and to realize that change is not only possible but deeply rewarding. Each step honors the pace and experience of an adult learner, respecting what you already know while opening new doors to what you can become. Over time, you begin to feel a quiet shift within as if your mind is rewiring itself growing sharper, more flexible, and more alive to new ways of thinking and being. This isn’t just learning; it’s transformation, a rediscovery of the strength and clarity already waiting inside you.
Neuroplasticity, also known as brain plasticity, is the brain's capacity to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life. This ability allows the brain to adapt to new experiences, learn new information, recover from injuries, and adjust to environmental changes. For example, negative thought patterns in depression could be due to disrupted or impaired neuroplasticity processes. Exercises that promote positive neuroplasticity can help "rewrite" these patterns, improving well-being. Relaxation practices such as mindfulness and meditation can alter brain structure and function, enhancing emotional regulation, attention, and memory. How this is relevent to you? In silat, neuroplasticity is like training the mind alongside the body. It is the brain’s ability to reorganize itself, forming new connections with every movement, technique, and challenge. Just as practicing a certain type of jurus (not just any jurus) repeatedly strengthens muscle memory, consistent mindful training reshapes neural pathways, allowing a practitioner to adapt to new techniques, anticipate opponents, and recover from mistakes. Negative habits or reactive patterns on the mat, such as rushing attacks or tensing under pressure, can be rewired through focused practice, reflection, and awareness exercises. Incorporating mindfulness, meditation, or breath-focused drills into silat training enhances focus, emotional control, and memory of complex sequences, making the mind as agile, resilient, and adaptable as the body.
As a Doctor and your Silat teacher, these concepts above is what I am using to help you understand youself towards gaining new skillsets. You may think all these are nerdy pursuits until one fine day you realise that teaching methodology is just as big as the knlowledge itself. But nevertheless at the end of the day, YOU will also have to be congruent towards your aim and goals. Never stop learning and growing. Pursue knowledge, develop new skills, and challenge yourself intellectually. Continuous learning keeps your mind sharp and opens doors to new opportunities. Embrace a lifelong commitment to growth and discovery. By staying curious and open to new experiences, we keep our minds and spirits vibrant.
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