“An arrow can only be shot by pulling it backward. So, when life is dragging you back with difficulties, it means that it’s going to launch you into something great. So justfocus, and keep aiming.” — Paulo Coelho
It's like having goals in life. We need to focus on ways to how we will achieve it. No matter how hard and painful it gets, we will endure it because we have a target. We have a mission- our goal. We need to strive hard to hit our mark, as close to the perfect “center” of our goal. We should work to balance the forces the universe gives us. When we aim toward our goals, our arrow should fly straight. You have to stand and position your body properly. Strengthen your arm, hold the bow right, pull it back, focus your eyes on the target then release. The outcome will depend on how you focus on the target. If you failed to follow the process from the very beginning. The arrow will fail and fall to the ground, its mission unfulfilled. Just like when we want to get something. We will endure everything, but sometimes when it gets hard, we don't follow the right procedure. We find it hard to trust the process so we'll shoot immediately because we think we can achieve our goal easily. We want a shortcut, so in the end, our arrow failed to hit the bullseye cause you release it when it's not yet ready, We should strive to hit the bullseye with whatever task we undertake, and balancing everything around us is the goal of hitting the mark consistently.
One day I'm so stressed so I asked the gang to do some activity, and I chose Archery. Katniss Everdeen feels. Just want to experience. Good thing I found this place near us. DMZ Archery Range. It's only in Sanville Subdivision Project 6, Quezon City. For only 199/hour, cheaper compare to others in the malls. Unlimited shooting/arrows with free basic coaching. Target, bow, arrows, and safety equipment are included. I find it hard at first. You really have to hold the bow right because if not, once you release the string, it will hit your forearm. I had arm bruises because of it. The bow alone is kinda heavy for me. I'm only 5' tall haha. And the string, it's hard to pull back. Proper position of the elbow and pulling is the key to avoid being hurt. I still enjoyed the experience. Our coach was kind and patient. It's worth a try. You can release your stress in Archery. Just think that the picture of the person that brings you stress is the target lol, just kidding. haha. Wanna try gun shooting but pandemic hits already so.. haha stay at home is the best policy char.
*all photos are mine
