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To understand compassion one must first live compassionately.
The enlightened martial artist sees no enemy but the one within.
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.
Uke’s part in trying to hold nage with strength within the technique, teaches spiritual & physical flexibility.
Everyone seeks some form of appreciation. Strive to offer appreciation whenever possible and you will create a peaceful wake wherever you go.
The use of aggression for the martial artist is to cover up there anger and or fear. This contributes to their miss-understanding to truly know themselves.
It is not aggression from the martial artist that you should fear! It’s the calm from the lack of aggression you should fear the most.
To defeat an enemy with compassion over aggression will take great understanding. Introduce this as a part of your life’s philosophy.
Aikido is a means of self-correction of Intention through reflection.
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.