To train a life time acquiring skills of self-defence only to seek retribution in the destruction of others becomes a wasted journey; a path of self-destruction.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.