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

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

Treat others in the way you would like to be treated and a harmony shall exist.

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.

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

To live only in today or the past leaves no room for tomorrow.

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

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

Martial arts should not be a platform for displaying the ego. Methods that do can lead one down a wrong path.