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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.
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.
After a life time study in martial arts you may come to the realization that fighting or not fighting, is really the same.
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.
To defeat an enemy with compassion over aggression will take great understanding. Introduce this as a part of your life’s philosophy.
To show compassion is one of the highest values. Strive within your martial art to make this your priority.
Martial Arts should not focus entirely on the destruction of an enemy but in ways it can strive to embrace the enemy.
To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.
With shomen uchi ikkyo don’t meet at the top – the person may perceive this as you defending and change the attack.
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
The study of one’s posture within Aikido is as much spiritual as it is physical.