[Jake Di Vita]

Other than that it is from a movie, what does this image mean to you? It speaks volumes to me. What do you think his state of mind is in that picture and how do you think it would transfer over to shooting?



The average joke is to be expected, but please if you feel the need to make a joke, post something constructive with it.

[AlamoShooter]

Nothing of value is gained with out risk, training, and work. Not much risk not much reward

[Sunuva]

I think, he is thinking that the wolf is in trouble.
He has no doubt that he will win this battle.


-Robert

[dirtypool40]

hungry, ready to fight, ignoring adverse conditions, task focused, not forcing the fight, but not hiding from it either...... something along those lines.

[PHolsted]

WIN! To lose is to die.

You must alway know that you are faster, stronger,smarter and above all a WINNER!



Is this image from 300?

I like it it is very cool.

This post has been edited by PHolsted: 21 September 2007 - 07:54 PM

[J-Ho]

I don't think this is just about shooting to me, it's about what makes us human. The wolf is obviously dangerous, weapons are built in. It is savage, ready to kill. The man looks calm and unafraid. The man knows he will win because he is equipped to win. He is armed and is calm. He knows that in this state he is more dangerous than a mere wolf.

That or he's just about to drop a load in his pants, errr, loincloth. (sorry, couldn't resist)

[BritinUSA]

He knows that he is going to win and in that knowing, is his victory.

If he has the slightest doubt the wolf will take that doubt and use it to win, so he cannot allow himself the luxury of doubt.

[EZ Bagger]

Wolf: I will eat you like all of the others.

Victor: Why were the others petrified by fear? The solution is visible and attainable.

[wide45]

He is not thinking, he is doing.


If he was thinking, it would be about how the pelt of this scrawny thing won't be big enough for a new wrap. Might be able to make some sort of strap, or sling. The boys need a house. Naturally, thinking leeds to losing. The invention of the thong was delayed for a very long time...

[Jake Di Vita]

Hmm...it's interesting how the majority of posters referred to "state of mind" as thinking and thoughts.

[j1b]

This image, to me, means that perception is NOT reality.

That threats could be opportunity.

Everyone thinks the wolf is a threat - like a stage. Why can't the wolf be an opportunity - a partner in fact - to accomplishing the goals?

Because his eyes glow doesn't mean he's an enemy (think about that in terms of shooting)

I've yet to meet a wolf I didn't like . . . if I trusted both the wolf and myself (Jake - you picked the wrong animal for me - I've grown up with wolves. The tat on my arm reminds me of the kinship we have together - not the threat against each other). And never forget - they can smell fear. Be sincere, play hard - or go home.

J

This post has been edited by j1b: 21 September 2007 - 09:14 PM

[Viggen]

The wolf is a pack animal. The naked guy, alone, in the snow, with a stick is about out of time.

[norbs007]

I think most of the comments are based on the scene and not the picture itself. I cannot really make a comment what the boy might be thinking just by looking at that picture. But based on the boy's facial expression, without fear and confident. I would say that he thinks that it's an opportunity for him. Out in the cold without cover, that fur is looking pretty warm.

[boo radley]

"Michael Vick sent me a BIG-ass puppy, for real!"









eta, sorry...Dunno, Jake. It's not clear from the image, if the human is on offense, or defense, but either way he seems prepared and without fear.

This post has been edited by boo radley: 22 September 2007 - 04:45 AM

[Pat Harrison]

Wolf: "Drop the stick and lets see how tough you are!"

[Pharaoh Bender]

The wolf is thinking about technique, timing, and form.

The human has no thought. He has been training all of his life for encounters such as this, and has allowed his subconscious to take control.

[Merlin Orr]

Pharaoh Bender, on Sep 22 2007, 08:59 AM, said:

The wolf is thinking about technique, timing, and form.

The human has no thought. He has been training all of his life for encounters such as this, and has allowed his subconscious to take control.

Excellent!

[BSeevers]

I think they are both wondering, whats for lunch?

I can't speak for the wolf but I would be looking for oppourtunity and be ready to defend. Definitely in the moment.

This post has been edited by BSeevers: 22 September 2007 - 08:25 AM

[Kingman]

see what you need to see. You don't WANT to miss with the spear.

[Wideload]

As it relates to shooting????? Shoot what you brung and shoot it well.

It's too late to think about what ever you might need that you left at home.

[Chris Keen]

Somebody is going home a winner .............. somebody is not.

[redmist10]

Without getting too heavy and because you asked:

I see the image of the man as "self" and the light in the background as his desired destination - awareness, skill, success, etc.

The self stands in the darkness and seeks to move into the light. The wolf represents all the personal inhabitions and mental/physical obstacles placed on self by self - a formidable adversary. Once the wolf is defeated the goals are attainable; however there are still mountains to climb in the distance and although the journey is easier once the wolf is defeated - defeating him is but the first step to move closer to the light.

The stick could represent the desperation of self to defeat the wolf. It is the logical weapon of choice since nothing else is available (ignorance, the usual tactics, the known quantity) and the first attempt to gain an advantage on the wolf (the "easy" road - what we're accustomed to doing when a challenge arises)....but what will eventually defeat the wolf is intellect and gile, agility and application of training (especially if you've watched the movie).

That's what is says to me anyway.

[Sam]

Say, isn't that Norman Rockwell's "Boy and Dog play fetch"?


Seriously, I think the lesson is that we better fully accept where we are, who we are, and be totally cool with it. The man is facing his own non-acceptance of "what is".



That wolf can be your worst enemy or your best friend. Free will is either a blessing or a curse. You choose.

[Hoofy]

"Watch your Threat"
For me, it reminds me why I train.
Sheepdogs says it well.
ON SHEEP, WOLVES, AND SHEEPDOGS
By LTC(RET) Dave Grossman, Ph. D, RANGER., author of "On Killing."

[BigDave]

Pharaoh Bender, on Sep 22 2007, 04:59 PM, said:

The wolf is thinking about technique, timing, and form.

The human has no thought. He has been training all of his life for encounters such as this, and has allowed his subconscious to take control.

I thought the exact opposite. The human is thinking, which is why the wolf (who isn't) has the advantage.