Why do you need a fire extinguisher?

Recently, I posted about the when we fight.  This post has more to do with the ability and use of fighting and weapons than previously. 

I bring up the example of a fire extinguisher because its something we have in our homes that we want on standby but don't actually want to ever use, because you know things aren't going well.  The ability to fight and use weapons is kind of like that, you want to have the ability but never actually want to use them. 

A fire extinguisher is there in case of emergencies, so is the ability to battle.  Many of us are complacent, content, and mindless.  The ability to fight allows for us to remain vigilant, sharp, and mindful.  The ability waits to be used, even only in practice, much like the fire extinguisher. 

So, how do we generate the motivation to learn to fight?  My reasons, and these are personal, is the thrill of the challenge.  Freestyle sparring is like working a dynamic puzzle, or high-speed chess match.  Not only are you physically challenging yourself, but mentally as well.  This type of practice can improve your fitness, body composition, cognition and problem solving. 

Each time you freestyle spar, it's like charging the fire extinguisher.  You become more prepared for what is hopefully not going to happen.  So why do you need this?  It can provide you with a fitness outlet that empowers you rather than makes you feel as if you are suffering each time. 

What is it about fitness that we succumb to the monotony of what is out there.  Try something new and charge your fire extinguisher
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