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.
Martial Arts should not focus entirely on the destruction of an enemy but in ways it can strive to embrace the enemy.
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.
A martial artist should always train the mind as well as the body, but not always moving in synchronization.
All techniques must blend with your partner. If felt by their physical they will be resisted by their physical.
To show compassion is one of the highest values. Strive within your martial art to make this your priority.
Martial arts are not studied to enhance aggression, but to train the spirit to reveal flaws for ones own self correction.
To seek the path of ego within the martial arts will seed jealousy and corruption.
Do not view martial arts as mere self-defence! You could miss out on so much more they offer.
The enlightened martial artist sees no enemy but the one within.