This perspective is natural and necessary for beginners. It provides a clear framework for learning techniques and understanding basic strategies. As

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This perspective is natural and necessary for beginners. It provides a clear framework for learning techniques and understanding basic strategies.

As we train and spar regularly, we begin to notice something interesting. Our actions and our opponent's reactions seem increasingly connected. We might throw a punch, only to find our opponent has moved in perfect synchronization, using our momentum against us.

1. Action and Reaction are Linked: We start to see that our movements and our opponent's are not separate, but part of a dynamic whole.

At this stage, we're still thinking in terms of "me" and "opponent," but we're beginning to sense a deeper connection.

As our practice deepens, the rigid boundaries between attack and defense begin to blur. We begin to see colors of “purple” in our awareness where previously nothing was there - a melding of the initial red and blue perspectives.

1. Roles Become Fluid: We find ourselves smoothly transitioning between attacker and defender, sometimes occupying both roles simultaneously.