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To hate or to not hate an enemy! It starts within your mind! Train to see all from the same perspective.
To hate or to not hate an enemy! It starts within your mind! Train to see all from the same perspective.
The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.
To win over an enemy with love is a far greater reward than to conquer the enemy with hate.
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)
It takes greater courage to lead by truth than to lead with fear and deception.
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.
Do not view martial arts as mere self-defence! You could miss out on so much more they offer.
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.
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.
In ikkyo the hand on the elbow must travel in the same direction as the hand on the wrist.