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.

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

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

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

Training in a martial art has no end, just a beginning.

We are all of this earth, do not fight or lay greed. The earth is plentiful if we can all learn to share it.

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

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

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

Martial arts are not studied to enhance aggression, but to train the spirit to reveal flaws for ones own self correction.