Why is there so much energy given to the art of war? The art of peace requires so little!

To win over an enemy with love is a far greater reward than to conquer the enemy with hate.

The enlightened martial artist sees no enemy but the one within.

There are constant messages guiding our paths through life. To hear we must stop our busy lives a moment and listen.

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

If you study the martial arts with aggression and malice this will eventually bring you to view the world from a fearful place.

To understand Aikido’s many layers-consistency is the “ki”

To seek the path of ego within the martial arts will seed jealousy and corruption.

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.