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If you study the martial arts with aggression and malice this will eventually bring you to view the world from a fearful place.
If you study the martial arts with aggression and malice this will eventually bring you to view the world from a fearful place.
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.
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
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.
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)
As there are opposites such as, positive and negative, yin and yang, war and peace. We should always strive to seek the art of peace.
Have patience while walking the path of Aikido there really is no final destination. Study sincerely in the moment for today is what matters. Tomorrow will come all too soon. Reflect in the journey this is the ultimate goal.
Uke’s part in trying to hold nage with strength within the technique, teaches spiritual & physical flexibility.