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

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

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

To view one as an enemy is to see ourselves without having any wrong.

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.

Training in a martial art has no end, just a beginning.

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

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

Your brain doesn’t always understand what your eyes see. Training is the only option to unlock the many facets to the martial arts.

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