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To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.
To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.
Learning to receive holds like nikkyo, sankyo, kotegashi etc. Is the study of extending ki out of an arm that is constantly flexible.
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)
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.
Don’t be attracted only to powerful techniques within a martial art you do see, but more in the peaceful path of what you don’t see.
All techniques must blend with your partner. If felt by their physical they will be resisted by their physical.
Your brain doesn’t always understand what your eyes see. Training is the only option to unlock the many facets to the martial arts.
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
Why is there so much energy given to the art of war? The art of peace requires so little!