philosophy41
To seek the path of ego within the martial arts will seed jealousy and corruption.
To seek the path of ego within the martial arts will seed jealousy and corruption.
Martial arts are not studied to enhance aggression, but to train the spirit to reveal flaws for ones own self correction.
When performing Nikkyo to the wrist, enter and then apply the pressure to the wrist, don’t apply pressure to the wrist first.
Martial Arts should not focus entirely on the destruction of an enemy but in ways it can strive to embrace the enemy.
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.
Be more attracted to the less aggressive side within the martial arts, control without destruction is the key.
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.
Treat others in the way you would like to be treated and a harmony shall exist.