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The enlightened martial artist sees no enemy but the one within.
The enlightened martial artist sees no enemy but the one within.
Learning to receive holds like nikkyo, sankyo, kotegashi etc. Is the study of extending ki out of an arm that is constantly flexible.
Everyone seeks some form of appreciation. Strive to offer appreciation whenever possible and you will create a peaceful wake wherever you go.
Love never destroys; hate in itself bears the scars of countless battles.
Why do we study a lifetime of fighting within the martial arts? To seek a peaceful path to enlightenment.
To hate or to not hate an enemy! It starts within your mind! Train to see all from the same perspective.
Why is there so much energy given to the art of war? The art of peace requires so little!
Respect should always be offered to the opponent first. Often this can lead an attitude of dis-harmony into a peaceful resolution.
Be more attracted to the less aggressive side within the martial arts, control without destruction is the key.
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.