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Love never destroys; hate in itself bears the scars of countless battles.
Love never destroys; hate in itself bears the scars of countless battles.
Be more attracted to the less aggressive side within the martial arts, control without destruction is the key.
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.
There are constant messages guiding our paths through life. To hear we must stop our busy lives a moment and listen.
When performing Nikkyo to the wrist, enter and then apply the pressure to the wrist, don’t apply pressure to the wrist first.
Why do we study a lifetime of fighting within the martial arts? To seek a peaceful path to enlightenment.
To hate or to not hate an enemy! It starts within your mind! Train to see all from the same perspective.
If you study the martial arts with aggression and malice this will eventually bring you to view the world from a fearful place.
Everyone seeks some form of appreciation. Strive to offer appreciation whenever possible and you will create a peaceful wake wherever you go.
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)