Friday, January 14, 2011

The Importance of Adaptation in Fighting

There is one additional necessity‒adaptation, which is the ability to adapt your tools or plans according to how the current situation is changing. Suppose you have your blueprint and the required tools and materials for your house. You begin to dig a hole for the basement and find that the ground is solid rock.

If you stick to your original plan, you will expend a large amount of energy to create very little gain. Here, it is wise to revise your original plan according to your newly gathered facts.

The human element of combat creates many instances of change. What appeared to be possible becomes impossible. What appeared to be unrealistic, becomes realistic. Constantly monitor the current circumstances to see if you can adapt your strategy or tactics to a better course of action. Watch for unexpected openings and be prepared with alternative plans when your original fails.

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