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

Why do we study a lifetime of fighting within the martial arts? To seek a peaceful path to enlightenment.

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

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

To view one as an enemy is to see ourselves without having any wrong.

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

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.

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

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

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