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Learning to receive holds like nikkyo, sankyo, kotegashi etc. Is the study of extending ki out of an arm that is constantly flexible.
Learning to receive holds like nikkyo, sankyo, kotegashi etc. Is the study of extending ki out of an arm that is constantly flexible.
There are constant messages guiding our paths through life. To hear we must stop our busy lives a moment and listen.
A martial artist should not be measured on their ability to hurt or destroy an enemy but how they can change aggression into 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.
To defeat an enemy with compassion over aggression will take great understanding. Introduce this as a part of your life’s philosophy.
With shomen uchi ikkyo don’t meet at the top – the person may perceive this as you defending and change the attack.
All techniques must blend with your partner. If felt by their physical they will be resisted by their physical.
To view one as an enemy is to see ourselves without having any wrong.