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Aikido is a means of self-correction of Intention through reflection.
Aikido is a means of self-correction of Intention through reflection.
Be more attracted to the less aggressive side within the martial arts, control without destruction is the key.
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.
In ikkyo the hand on the elbow must travel in the same direction as the hand on the wrist.
There are constant messages guiding our paths through life. To hear we must stop our busy lives a moment and listen.
It is not aggression from the martial artist that you should fear! It’s the calm from the lack of aggression you should fear the most.
Martial Arts should not focus entirely on the destruction of an enemy but in ways it can strive to embrace the enemy.
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.
Look for a Sensei that can inspire you to search beyond technique. The longer you study the martial arts, clearer will be your understanding within the applied techniques.