Learning to be soft when intimidated is the key to progress. If the ego will not yield to the attackers physical aggression a conflict of the physical to co-exist takes place. This restricts the true concepts of Aikido to be realised.
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
The enlightened martial artist sees no enemy but the one within.
You can own a sword, display a sword or collect to sell swords. But the way of the samurai sword is only revealed to the user.
Aikido is a means of self-correction of Intention through reflection.
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.
Uke’s part in trying to hold nage with strength within the technique, teaches spiritual & physical flexibility.
Why do we study a lifetime of fighting within the martial arts? To seek a peaceful path to enlightenment.
