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.

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.

To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.

To view one as an enemy is to see ourselves without having any wrong.

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

Why do we study a lifetime of fighting within the martial arts? To seek a peaceful path to enlightenment.

To live only in today or the past leaves no room for tomorrow.

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

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

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