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Learning to receive holds like nikkyo, sankyo, kotegashi etc. Is the study of extending ki out of an arm that is constantly flexible.
Learning to receive holds like nikkyo, sankyo, kotegashi etc. Is the study of extending ki out of an arm that is constantly flexible.
Why is there so much energy given to the art of war? The art of peace requires so little!
Have patience while walking the path of Aikido there really is no final destination. Study sincerely in the moment for today is what matters. Tomorrow will come all too soon. Reflect in the journey this is the ultimate goal.
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.
To hate or to not hate an enemy! It starts within your mind! Train to see all from the same perspective.
After a life time study in martial arts you may come to the realization that fighting or not fighting, is really the same.
To defeat an enemy with compassion over aggression will take great understanding. Introduce this as a part of your life’s philosophy.
Uke’s part in trying to hold nage with strength within the technique, teaches spiritual & physical flexibility.
Learning to be soft when intimidated is the key to progress. If the ego will not yield to the attackers physical aggression a conflict of the physical to co-exist takes place. This restricts the true concepts of Aikido to be realised.
To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.