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To understand compassion one must first live compassionately.
There are constant messages guiding our paths through life. To hear we must stop our busy lives a moment and listen.
Uke’s part in trying to hold nage with strength within the technique, teaches spiritual & physical flexibility.
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.
Everyone seeks some form of appreciation. Strive to offer appreciation whenever possible and you will create a peaceful wake wherever you go.
Treat others in the way you would like to be treated and a harmony shall exist.
Have patience while walking the path of Aikido there really is no final destination. Study sincerely in the moment for today is what matters. Tomorrow will come all too soon. Reflect in the journey this is the ultimate goal.
To defeat an enemy with compassion over aggression will take great understanding. Introduce this as a part of your life’s philosophy.
It takes greater courage to lead by truth than to lead with fear and deception.
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.