philosophy6
As there are opposites such as, positive and negative, yin and yang, war and peace. We should always strive to seek the art of peace.
As there are opposites such as, positive and negative, yin and yang, war and peace. We should always strive to seek the art of peace.
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.
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.
Those who only seek destruction within the martial arts are disconnected to themselves and all fragile life.
Learning to receive holds like nikkyo, sankyo, kotegashi etc. Is the study of extending ki out of an arm that is constantly flexible.
To have no compassion in your martial art, shows a cover up of our most natural instinct; “fear”.
Treat others in the way you would like to be treated and a harmony shall exist.
The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.
It is not aggression from the martial artist that you should fear! It’s the calm from the lack of aggression you should fear the most.
It takes greater courage to lead by truth than to lead with fear and deception.