The Japanese sword saint, Miyamoto Musashi, taught a crucial lesson: "Do not, under any circumstances, depend on a partial feeling." In the heat of battle, hesitation meant death.

But does this apply to modern leadership and relationships? In this episode, Cameron explores when "partial feelings" are dangerous inhibitors to authenticity, and conversely, when they are actually vital signals to pause and gather more context before reacting.

The Resource:
This insight is drawn from Musashi’s Dokkodo (The Way of Walking Alone). You can buy a copy here: Musashi's Dokkodo on Bookshop.org

The Inquiry:
This week, bring to mind an area of your life where you have multiple, perhaps conflicting feelings. Is there value in holding these partial feelings, or do you need to fully commit to one to take authentic action?

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Every Thursday, host Cameron Conaway shares a lens that has helped him live with more clarity and courage. No hacks. Just thoughts from a business school professor, former MMA fighter, and investigative journalist trying to wring every last drop out of this wild and precious life.