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A martial artist should always train the mind as well as the body, but not always moving in synchronization.
A martial artist should always train the mind as well as the body, but not always moving in synchronization.
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.
When performing Nikkyo to the wrist, enter and then apply the pressure to the wrist, don’t apply pressure to the wrist first.
To have no compassion in your martial art, shows a cover up of our most natural instinct; “fear”.
To win over an enemy with love is a far greater reward than to conquer the enemy with hate.
Look for a Sensei that can inspire you to search beyond technique. The longer you study the martial arts, clearer will be your understanding within the applied techniques.
The use of aggression for the martial artist is to cover up there anger and or fear. This contributes to their miss-understanding to truly know themselves.
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
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)