The Seven Principles of Mastery

This short book distills my principles of training swordsmanship into seven key ideas, divided into three internal principles, and four external principles. They are:

Internal:

1) Mindfulness

2) Flow

3) Adopt Useful Beliefs

External:

4) No Injuries

5) The Pareto Principle

6) Run a Diagnostic

7) Distinguish between knowledge and skill

This essential short guide describes each principle, and gives exercises for developing your ability to apply each of them.

Follow these for maximum effectiveness in your art, work, and life.