Here I am, preparing for 7th Dan, and guess what? I'm still working on my stances, kicks, blocks, and punches!
It's funny how the basics never really stop being important. In fact, the higher your rank, the more you realize just how much there is to improve.
This cycle isn't just about completing requirements or earning another belt. It's about becoming a better martial artist than I was yesterday. And sometimes that starts with something as simple as a really good front stance.