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

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

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

As there are opposites such as, positive and negative, yin and yang, war and peace. We should always strive to seek the art of peace.

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

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

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

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

Why do we bear arms at the slightest miscommunication? Our relationship with our ego craves always to be right.

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