chrispillertkd
Senior Master
Then I don't know how to say it in clearer terms than this: it is intended as a bit of FUN that doubles as a way to reach a non-Taekwondo audience. And that's what it did. This video was originally introduced to me by a friend who is not a martial artist but knew 'Gangnam Style'.
But you're just upset, or seemingly so, that other people don't share your opinion. You thought it was a bit of fun, other people thought it was silly (not in a good way). They are certainly as likely to be correct as you are.
I'm not saying that, you're saying that. I'm not responding to your points here, because in my opinion, you need to let it go and move on. I really don't care.
That is what you're saying because of the way you stated it. Lots of people, which I'm sure you've experienced as well, saying things in an insulting manner.
In your opinion. Move on.
This is another example of you telling people how it is and expecting them to agree or shut up. And why do you get to tell other people to "move on," "unclench," or "not take themselves so seriously" but can't receive similar advice?
So is Taekwondo. The two aren't that different, I practice both. Martial arts are part of the Korean culture being exchanged.
Your previous comment as simply that Taekwondo was a "cultural exchange between Korea and other cultures" and had no sort of implication that it was more than that, which is why I said Taekwon-Do is more than that (not that it wasn't that, although I'd not use that term, personally). I'm surprised that you'd say Taekwondo and Taekwon-Do aren't that different. I practiced Taekwondo for a couple of years back in college and there were some pretty big differences, so I'm pretty interested in your insight in this area. Your profile says your a 3rd dan in Taekwondo. What dan are you in Taekwon-Do? How long have you practiced it? Which ITF are you ranked through?
Personally, I'm always impressed when people do both Taekwondo and Taekwon-Do because of the differences in body mechanics inherent in both styles. I've seen lots of people do two pattern sets in an identical manner, but very few who actually do two different styles, so that's pretty cool if you do that!
I came to comment on the video, and people's negative attitudes towards dance as part of Taekwondo, which I've done. You've yet to bring much to this discussion other than your statements about how you perceive my comment. How about actually expressing your opinion instead of taking umbrage at the way I express mine?
Well, what I was also trying to do is point out that your disagreement about others' opinion is itself just an opinion and is, therefore, worth exactly what their opinions are worth. Which is why I'm a bit confused about your reaction to me pointing out your rudeness. Your opinion is just as (in)valid as anyone else's so being rude to others is really not necessary.
I already did express my opinion on the video when I said people could do whatever they wanted.
Pax,
Chris