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.

Why do we study a lifetime of fighting within the martial arts? To seek a peaceful path to enlightenment.

To win over an enemy with love is a far greater reward than to conquer the enemy with hate.

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.

Everyone seeks some form of appreciation. Strive to offer appreciation whenever possible and you will create a peaceful wake wherever you go.

There are constant messages guiding our paths through life. To hear we must stop our busy lives a moment and listen.

To defeat an enemy with compassion over aggression will take great understanding. Introduce this as a part of your life’s philosophy.

Martial Arts should not focus entirely on the destruction of an enemy but in ways it can strive to embrace the enemy.

The enlightened martial artist sees no enemy but the one within.