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Why is there so much energy given to the art of war? The art of peace requires so little!
Why is there so much energy given to the art of war? The art of peace requires so little!
The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.
Look for a Sensei that can inspire you to search beyond technique. The longer you study the martial arts, clearer will be your understanding within the applied techniques.
With shomen uchi ikkyo don’t meet at the top – the person may perceive this as you defending and change the attack.
Uke’s part in trying to hold nage with strength within the technique, teaches spiritual & physical flexibility.
Why do we study a lifetime of fighting within the martial arts? To seek a peaceful path to enlightenment.
A martial artist should always train the mind as well as the body, but not always moving in synchronization.
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.
If you study the martial arts with aggression and malice this will eventually bring you to view the world from a fearful place.