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To understand Aikido’s many layers-consistency is the “ki”
If you study the martial arts with aggression and malice this will eventually bring you to view the world from a fearful place.
Without some form of understanding of “ki”, the brain will always interpret technique from a physical perspective.
Treat others in the way you would like to be treated and a harmony shall exist.
To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.
The use of aggression for the martial artist is to cover up there anger and or fear. This contributes to their miss-understanding to truly know themselves.
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.
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)
To win over an enemy with love is a far greater reward than to conquer the enemy with hate.
When performing Nikkyo to the wrist, enter and then apply the pressure to the wrist, don’t apply pressure to the wrist first.