Respect should always be offered to the opponent first. Often this can lead an attitude of dis-harmony into a peaceful resolution.

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

It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.

Why do we bear arms at the slightest miscommunication? Our relationship with our ego craves always to be right.

To overcome fear one must have lived with fear.

The true martial artist has a caring spirit that sees all as one.

Martial arts are not studied to enhance aggression, but to train the spirit to reveal flaws for ones own self correction.

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

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

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