One of the most striking features of karate is that it may be engaged in by anybody, young or old, strong or weak, male or female.
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What you have been taught by listening to others' words you will forget very quickly; what you have learned with your whole body you will remember for the rest of your life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Experiential learning is more impactful than passive listening.
This quote emphasizes the importance of experiential learning over theoretical knowledge. It suggests that lessons learned through active participation and physical involvement are retained much longer than those simply acquired through listening to others. By engaging fully with the learning process, individuals create lasting memories and a deeper understanding of the material.
Themes
LearningExperienceEducationMemoryParticipation
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a classroom setting to inspire teachers to incorporate more hands-on activities.
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