Learning to be soft when intimidated is the key to progress. If the ego will not yield to the attackers physical aggression a conflict of the physical to co-exist takes place. This restricts the true concepts of Aikido to be realised.
The true martial artist has a caring spirit that sees all as one.
Do not view martial arts as mere self-defence! You could miss out on so much more they offer.
Within the martial arts, while competition in the form of sport exists, the art of Budo, a way of love may never be truly understood.
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
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.
If you study the martial arts with aggression and malice this will eventually bring you to view the world from a fearful place.
Love never destroys; hate in itself bears the scars of countless battles.
