Martial Arts should not focus entirely on the destruction of an enemy but in ways it can strive to embrace the enemy.

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

Aikido is a means of self-correction of Intention through reflection.

Without some form of understanding of “ki”, the brain will always interpret technique from a physical perspective.

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

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

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

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

The use of aggression for the martial artist is to cover up there anger and or fear. This contributes to their miss-understanding to truly know themselves.

We are all of this earth, do not fight or lay greed. The earth is plentiful if we can all learn to share it.