philosophy4
A martial artist should not be measured on their ability to hurt or destroy an enemy but how they can change aggression into the art of peace.
A martial artist should not be measured on their ability to hurt or destroy an enemy but how they can change aggression into the art of peace.
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.
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.
Respect should always be offered to the opponent first. Often this can lead an attitude of dis-harmony into a peaceful resolution.
Treat others in the way you would like to be treated and a harmony shall exist.
A martial artist should always train the mind as well as the body, but not always moving in synchronization.
Within the martial arts, while competition in the form of sport exists, the art of Budo, a way of love may never be truly understood.
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 study of one’s posture within Aikido is as much spiritual as it is physical.