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To view one as an enemy is to see ourselves without having any wrong.
To view one as an enemy is to see ourselves without having any wrong.
Martial arts are not studied to enhance aggression, but to train the spirit to reveal flaws for ones own self correction.
Your brain doesn’t always understand what your eyes see. Training is the only option to unlock the many facets to the martial arts.
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.
Be more attracted to the less aggressive side within the martial arts, control without destruction is the key.
Without some form of understanding of “ki”, the brain will always interpret technique from a physical perspective.
The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.
When performing Nikkyo to the wrist, enter and then apply the pressure to the wrist, don’t apply pressure to the wrist first.
To defeat an enemy with compassion over aggression will take great understanding. Introduce this as a part of your life’s philosophy.