philosophy4
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.
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.
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
The enlightened martial artist sees no enemy but the one within.
While performing the shomen uchi Ikkyo technique you must enter in first then raise your arms, not raise your arms then enter in.
Respect should always be offered to the opponent first. Often this can lead an attitude of dis-harmony into a peaceful resolution.
Why do we study a lifetime of fighting within the martial arts? To seek a peaceful path to enlightenment.
Treat others in the way you would like to be treated and a harmony shall exist.
Why is there so much energy given to the art of war? The art of peace requires so little!
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)
The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.