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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

To seek the path of ego within the martial arts will seed jealousy and corruption.

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.