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Why do we bear arms at the slightest miscommunication? Our relationship with our ego craves always to be right.
Why do we bear arms at the slightest miscommunication? Our relationship with our ego craves always to be right.
Aikido is a means of self-correction of Intention through reflection.
Uke’s part in trying to hold nage with strength within the technique, teaches spiritual & physical flexibility.
Respect should always be offered to the opponent first. Often this can lead an attitude of dis-harmony into a peaceful resolution.
Treat others in the way you would like to be treated and a harmony shall exist.
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.
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)
Martial Arts should not focus entirely on the destruction of an enemy but in ways it can strive to embrace the enemy.
There really are no throws in Aikido only the art of leading your partners ki with your ki in a unified direction. Anything other than this opposes harmony and will inevitably be a throw.