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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.
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.
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.
Martial arts should not be a platform for displaying the ego. Methods that do can lead one down a wrong path.
Love never destroys; hate in itself bears the scars of countless battles.
To view one as an enemy is to see ourselves without having any wrong.
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)
Those who only seek destruction within the martial arts are disconnected to themselves and all fragile life.
Your brain doesn’t always understand what your eyes see. Training is the only option to unlock the many facets to the martial arts.
Martial arts are not studied to enhance aggression, but to train the spirit to reveal flaws for ones own self correction.
If you study the martial arts with aggression and malice this will eventually bring you to view the world from a fearful place.