You know what is funny, I usually feel that a good sparring match is like dancing, if you can get on a good tempo with your partner.

Also I don’t see sparring as trying to hurt my opponent, a light touch is usually all you need in a sport like competition. Although nothing brings you closer to the present moment than a good kick to the solar plexus (although we may argue sunsets, mountains, rain, and smiles do the trick too)!

Is the coach no longer mad and allowing you to keep on practicing?