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In ikkyo the hand on the elbow must travel in the same direction as the hand on the wrist.
In ikkyo the hand on the elbow must travel in the same direction as the hand on the wrist.
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.
To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.
Why do we bear arms at the slightest miscommunication? Our relationship with our ego craves always to be right.
To seek the path of ego within the martial arts will seed jealousy and corruption.
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.
Martial Arts should not focus entirely on the destruction of an enemy but in ways it can strive to embrace the enemy.
Don’t be attracted only to powerful techniques within a martial art you do see, but more in the peaceful path of what you don’t see.
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.
To show compassion is one of the highest values. Strive within your martial art to make this your priority.