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Training in a martial art has no end, just a beginning.
The enlightened martial artist sees no enemy but the one within.
Everyone seeks some form of appreciation. Strive to offer appreciation whenever possible and you will create a peaceful wake wherever you go.
Learning to receive holds like nikkyo, sankyo, kotegashi etc. Is the study of extending ki out of an arm that is constantly flexible.
A martial artist should always train the mind as well as the body, but not always moving in synchronization.
Those who only seek destruction within the martial arts are disconnected to themselves and all fragile life.
If you study the martial arts with aggression and malice this will eventually bring you to view the world from a fearful place.
The pursuit of powerful aggression within martial arts are the most often sought. This only creates more distance from one another and will never be the answer. Seek the pathless path in your journey and all will become clear in time.
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.