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

Those who only seek destruction within the martial arts are disconnected to themselves and all fragile life.

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.

To understand compassion one must first live compassionately.

You can own a sword, display a sword or collect to sell swords. But the way of the samurai sword is only revealed to the user.

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

Everyone seeks some form of appreciation. Strive to offer appreciation whenever possible and you will create a peaceful wake wherever you go.

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

As there are opposites such as, positive and negative, yin and yang, war and peace. We should always strive to seek the art of peace.

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