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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.
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.
Treat others in the way you would like to be treated and a harmony shall exist.
Why do we study a lifetime of fighting within the martial arts? To seek a peaceful path to enlightenment.
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)
Do not view martial arts as mere self-defence! You could miss out on so much more they offer.
Martial arts are not studied to enhance aggression, but to train the spirit to reveal flaws for ones own self correction.
To seek the path of ego within the martial arts will seed jealousy and corruption.
Aikido is a means of self-correction of Intention through reflection.
To win over an enemy with love is a far greater reward than to conquer the enemy with hate.