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To seek the path of ego within the martial arts will seed jealousy and corruption.
To seek the path of ego within the martial arts will seed jealousy and corruption.
To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.
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.
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.
A martial artist should not be measured on their ability to hurt or destroy an enemy but how they can change aggression into the art of peace.
Martial arts are not studied to enhance aggression, but to train the spirit to reveal flaws for ones own self correction.
Love never destroys; hate in itself bears the scars of countless battles.
Everyone seeks some form of appreciation. Strive to offer appreciation whenever possible and you will create a peaceful wake wherever you go.
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.
Those who only seek destruction within the martial arts are disconnected to themselves and all fragile life.