Without some form of understanding of “ki”, the brain will always interpret technique from a physical perspective.
With shomen uchi ikkyo don’t meet at the top – the person may perceive this as you defending and change the attack.
Martial arts should not be a platform for displaying the ego. Methods that do can lead one down a wrong path.
The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.
When performing Nikkyo to the wrist, enter and then apply the pressure to the wrist, don’t apply pressure to the wrist first.
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.
Have patience while walking the path of Aikido there really is no final destination. Study sincerely in the moment for today is what matters. Tomorrow will come all too soon. Reflect in the journey this is the ultimate goal.
In ikkyo the hand on the elbow must travel in the same direction as the hand on the wrist.
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