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.
To win over an enemy with love is a far greater reward than to conquer the enemy with hate.
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 is to know love. Strive to love over hate, if we are all to survive.
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)
Why do we bear arms at the slightest miscommunication? Our relationship with our ego craves always to be right.
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.
To show compassion is one of the highest values. Strive within your martial art to make this your priority.
The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.
