To overcome fear one must have lived with fear.

You can own a sword, display a sword or collect to sell swords. But the way of the samurai sword is only revealed to the user.

Respect should always be offered to the opponent first. Often this can lead an attitude of dis-harmony into a peaceful resolution.

To live only in today or the past leaves no room for tomorrow.

As there are opposites such as, positive and negative, yin and yang, war and peace. We should always strive to seek the art of peace.

To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.

There are constant messages guiding our paths through life. To hear we must stop our busy lives a moment and listen.

To understand compassion one must first live compassionately.