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.

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

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

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.

To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.

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

To overcome fear one must have lived with fear.

To hate is to know love. Strive to love over hate, if we are all to survive.

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