There are constant messages guiding our paths through life. To hear we must stop our busy lives a moment and listen.

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

The enlightened martial artist sees no enemy but the one within.

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

The ultimate goal of Aikido attained is seeing yourself and the world through eyes that are non-confrontational.

To overcome fear one must have lived with fear.

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

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

The pursuit of powerful aggression within martial arts are the most often sought. This only creates more distance from one another and will never be the answer. Seek the pathless path in your journey and all will become clear in time.