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Why is there so much energy given to the art of war? The art of peace requires so little!
Why is there so much energy given to the art of war? The art of peace requires so little!
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
Love never destroys; hate in itself bears the scars of countless battles.
To have no compassion in your martial art, shows a cover up of our most natural instinct; “fear”.
Uke’s part in trying to hold nage with strength within the technique, teaches spiritual & physical flexibility.
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.
The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.
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)
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.