philosophy2
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
When performing Nikkyo to the wrist, enter and then apply the pressure to the wrist, don’t apply pressure to the wrist first.
Martial arts are not studied to enhance aggression, but to train the spirit to reveal flaws for ones own self correction.
Aikido is a means of self-correction of Intention through reflection.
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 view one as an enemy is to see ourselves without having any wrong.
Respect should always be offered to the opponent first. Often this can lead an attitude of dis-harmony into a peaceful resolution.
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.
All techniques must blend with your partner. If felt by their physical they will be resisted by their physical.