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Be more attracted to the less aggressive side within the martial arts, control without destruction is the key.
Be more attracted to the less aggressive side within the martial arts, control without destruction is the key.
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.
The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.
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 study of being held strong reinforces & teaches Koichi Tohei’s 4 principles of Aikido. Relax completely (Physical) Keep one point (Spiritual) keep weight underside (Physical) Extend ki (Spiritual)
It takes greater courage to lead by truth than to lead with fear and deception.
While performing the shomen uchi Ikkyo technique you must enter in first then raise your arms, not raise your arms then enter in.
To show compassion is one of the highest values. Strive within your martial art to make this your priority.
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
Love never destroys; hate in itself bears the scars of countless battles.