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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

The enlightened martial artist sees no enemy but the one within.

To understand compassion one must first live compassionately.

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