alright, before i say anything....is it just me or is everyone else having problems reading the replies for the posts? i guess what im asking for is someone to pm me really quick that way i will know if its a problem on my end....
now to the good stuff, even though i can't even read the other's replies...so forgive me if im reiterating or being redundant. if youre looking for symbolism...look for what bleeding, or an injured nose might mean; bleeding on white can have a LOT of meanings, but this seems like its in context of disciplined fighting. hard work is a good guess...but i would take it a step further, and ask you this, do you feel defeated or vulnerable? a shot to the face would make anyone feel vulnerable...and bleeding on white is that more shocking or embarrassing and can be downright disappointing. if you work hard at your discipline then it makes sense that your pride could be wounded by such a minor but obvious injury.
however if you work hard, then your discipline could require personal sacrifice....and what better example then bleeding on the white? you are no longer without your defenses, but if you play rough expect to get hurt and plan for it. perhaps you are finally recognizing that fact, and its a surprise because you weren't prepared for that fact consciously.
other things i could assume in the context of 'self discipline' is graduation. perhaps this is a sign that you have graduated out of white into more of a warrior, and the proof is that you have ritualistically shed your blood on your own clothes. on the other hand, it could mean you are in over your head, and you need to slow things down and practice the art of focus so that you do not feel overwhelmed by unknown enemies or problems.
if you read any one of these theories, and it vibrates with you...then theres your answer. hope acid came up with a better answer....but i dunno cuz i can't read it *sigh
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