The Courage to Pause Before Drawing Your Sword: How February 24th Teaches a Way of Life That Makes No Enemies

Getters Iida has compiled
messages that resonate with the themes of all 365 days of the year into one book. It is a book that
reminds us with gentle words of the important things we
tend to forget in our daily lives.

I myself also open the page for the day every morning to gain new insights, and I would like to
share the words that caught my attention with you all. I would be happy if you could read them
at the start of your day.

Today, I will summarize the overview and key points of
“Getters Iida’s 365 Days of Stories to Improve Your Luck,” February 24th: “To draw your sword means that your opponent will also draw their sword against you.”

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■ Today’s Message

“If you attack emotionally, there is a risk that you will be attacked just as much. Therefore, choose a way of life that increases your allies rather than your enemies.”

The metaphor of “drawing a sword” refers to
strongly criticizing, denying, or attacking someone. If you draw your sword, the other person will also draw theirs in return—resulting in conflict, regret, and mutual harm.

Life’s luck and reputation are greatly influenced by relationships with others. That is why the idea that

“you don’t need to go out of your way to make enemies of people you don’t get along with” and “a way of life that increases your allies will help you”
is discussed.

■ Point 1:

Do not brandish your “own righteousness”

The stronger the thought that “I am right” becomes, the easier it is for people to draw their swords. However, if the other person also thinks “I am right,” it leads to clashes and conflict.

Before speaking out with criticism or denial, pausing for a moment to ask,
“What is the benefit of saying this?”
is described as the trick to avoiding trouble.

■ Point 2:

Even if you dislike someone, do not make them an “enemy”

In life, there are inevitably people you don’t get along with or people you dislike. However, there is no need to turn

“dislike” into “enemy.”

・Do not make a decision ・Keep your distance ・Calm down for a moment ・Imagine the other person’s background

There are many choices you can make to avoid conflict, it is suggested.

■ Point 3:

Use your energy to increase your allies and friends

Rather than making enemies,
increasing your allies, friends, and people you like will make life
overwhelmingly more enjoyable.

That way, you will gain more opportunities and support, and your relationships and luck will flow in a better direction
.

Making it a habit to
ask yourself, "Where can I connect with this person?"
will greatly change the flow of your life.

■ Point 4:

Imagine that the other person also has a "place where they belong"

Even if they don't get along with you right now, that person has
a place where they belong with family or friends. There is also a possibility that they
live as a kind person there.

By thinking, "The other person has their own background," you gain a perspective that prevents you from making them
a "total enemy" out of momentary emotion.

■ Practical examples you can start today

When you feel angry or snap, take a moment to pause in your heart.

・"Will these words lead to drawing my sword?" ・"Is there really a need to make an enemy here?"

Just by making these two things your own personal rules, you can apply today's message directly to your daily life.

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