Tell me some wisdom you learnt from Zen archery.?

Question

Tell me some wisdom you learnt from Zen archery.?

Answer 1

dialectics, keep a balance between opposites

supply what needs it, and let go of what exceeds

Answer 2

very esoteric art. all about examining things mentally whilst shooting a bow.

Answer 3

huh?

Answer 4

Here's three:

+ You only learn by missing the target.

+ The only thing stopping you from hitting the target every time... is you.  

i.e. you have to shed you imperfections.

+ To think "not to think" is to think.

i.e. you can't concentrate on clearing your mind because this is a contradiction.