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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
Shreya Biswas

Japanese mindset of the day by Miyamoto Musashi: "If you wish to control others, you must first..." - the swordsman and strategist teaches life lessons on self-control and why mastering yourself is the first step toward effective leadership

Japanese mindset of the day by Miyamoto Musashi : Leadership is often associated with the ability to influence, motivate, or direct other people. However, some of history's greatest thinkers believed that true leadership begins long before a person attempts to guide anyone else. According to legendary Japanese swordsman and philosopher Miyamoto Musashi, the foundation of influence is the ability to master one's own thoughts, emotions, and actions before trying to shape the behavior of others.

Japanese mindset of the day today: Miyamoto Musashi's life lesson on self-control

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