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A martial artist should always train the mind as well as the body, but not always moving in synchronization.
A martial artist should always train the mind as well as the body, but not always moving in synchronization.
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 view one as an enemy is to see ourselves without having any wrong.
Compassion is a powerful word. In it contains all of what is martial and what is art. Yet without the years in its study one may not come to understand its true meaning.
Why do we study a lifetime of fighting within the martial arts? To seek a peaceful path to enlightenment.
We are all of this earth, do not fight or lay greed. The earth is plentiful if we can all learn to share it.
To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.
Martial arts are not studied to enhance aggression, but to train the spirit to reveal flaws for ones own self correction.
The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.