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

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

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

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

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.

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

If you study the martial arts with aggression and malice this will eventually bring you to view the world from a fearful place.

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