It takes greater courage to lead by truth than to lead with fear and deception.

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

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

Treat others in the way you would like to be treated and a harmony shall exist.

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

To understand compassion one must first live compassionately.

The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.

Love never destroys; hate in itself bears the scars of countless battles.

To hate or to not hate an enemy! It starts within your mind! Train to see all from the same perspective.

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