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After a life time study in martial arts you may come to the realization that fighting or not fighting, is really the same.
After a life time study in martial arts you may come to the realization that fighting or not fighting, is really the same.
The study of being held strong reinforces & teaches Koichi Tohei’s 4 principles of Aikido. Relax completely (Physical) Keep one point (Spiritual) keep weight underside (Physical) Extend ki (Spiritual)
Uke’s part in trying to hold nage with strength within the technique, teaches spiritual & physical flexibility.
To train a life time acquiring skills of self-defence only to seek retribution in the destruction of others becomes a wasted journey; a path of self-destruction.
To show compassion is one of the highest values. Strive within your martial art to make this your priority.
Why do we study a lifetime of fighting within the martial arts? To seek a peaceful path to enlightenment.
Without some form of understanding of “ki”, the brain will always interpret technique from a physical perspective.
If you study the martial arts with aggression and malice this will eventually bring you to view the world from a fearful place.
The pursuit of powerful aggression within martial arts are the most often sought. This only creates more distance from one another and will never be the answer. Seek the pathless path in your journey and all will become clear in time.