Everyone seeks some form of appreciation. Strive to offer appreciation whenever possible and you will create a peaceful wake wherever you go.

Martial arts should not be a platform for displaying the ego. Methods that do can lead one down a wrong path.

To defeat an enemy with compassion over aggression will take great understanding. Introduce this as a part of your life’s philosophy.

To overcome fear one must have lived with fear.

The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.

Treat others in the way you would like to be treated and a harmony shall exist.

After a life time study in martial arts you may come to the realization that fighting or not fighting, is really the same.