“One thing that makes aikido is so powerful, it utilizes power of opponents to win the fight.” — Toba Beta Copy Share Image
“Aikido means the oneness of the way of the spirit, of being at one with the life force. (Page 17).” — Sadami Yamada Copy Share Image
“To gain mastery you must unite the qualities of spirit, strength, technique and the ability to take the initiative. (Page 31).” — Sadami Yamada Copy Share Image
I lived in Japan for about two years. I spent my time equally between religiously studying Aikido in Shinjuku by day and… — Sturgill Simpson Copy Share Image
I want considerate people to listen to the voice of Aikido. It is not for correcting others; it is for correcting your… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
“Seek to become conscious of being filled with ki, the power of the universe, and to use that power well. To be… — Sadami Yamada Copy Share Image
Aikido is the principle of non-resistance. Because it is non-resistant, it is victorious from the beginning. Those with evil intentions or contentious… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
Pour some water into a tub and stir it up. Now try as hard as you can to calm the water with… — Koichi Tohei Copy Share Image
“In Aikido training, we learn from everyone. We learn from the most experience people, but we also learn from new students. Everyone… — Linda Holiday Copy Share Image
Aikido is love. It is the path that brings our heart into oneness with the spirit of the universe to complete our… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
Nonresistance is one of the principles of aikido. Because there is no resistance, you have won before even starting. People whose minds… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
“In Aikido we never attack. An attack is proof that one is out of control. Never run away from any kind of… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
“Don't make the mistake of depending on the presence of certain people for your training,' he advised me. 'Teachers come and go.… — Linda Holiday Copy Share Image
Today's aikido is so dimensionless. It's hollow, empty on the inside. People try to reach the highest levels without even paying their… — Gozo Shioda Copy Share Image
Forgiveness is like the martial arts of consciousness. In Aikido and, other martial arts, we sidestep our attackers force rather than resisting… — Marianne Williamson Copy Share Image
“To reach an understanding of Aikido as love, you have to be shinken [completely focused; as if wielding a real sword]. You… — Linda Holiday Copy Share Image
“Now is the most important time. The world today is chaotic-you know this. But the age of the heart will come. O-Sensei… — Linda Holiday Copy Share Image
The techniques of Aikido change constantly; every encounter is unique, and the appropriate response should emerge naturally. Today's techniques will be different… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
“Aikido practice is a method of incorporating the fundamentals of Great Harmony, Great Love, and Gratitude into one's own heart. To integrate… — Linda Holiday Copy Share Image
True budo is a work of love. It is a work of giving life to all beings, and not killing or struggling… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
I lived in Japan when I was younger for about two years. I spent my time equally between religiously studying Aikido in… — Sturgill Simpson Copy Share Image
Aikido is not merely about fighting and the development of the physical self but the perfection of the spiritual man at the… — Steven Seagal Copy Share Image
“The Aikido I practice has room for each of the world's eight million gods and I cooperate with each of them. The… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
“Through my willingness to train every day and to dig deep in the after-class ukemi sessions, over time I earned the respect… — Linda Holiday Copy Share Image
“However keen you may be to begin your study, before you venture on to the mat and attempt any of the basic… — Sadami Yamada Copy Share Image
“If you try to learn with your intellect, it is more difficult to absorb the teachings on a deep level. The mind… — Linda Holiday Copy Share Image
![“To reach an understanding of Aikido as love, you have to be shinken [completely focused; as if wielding a real sword]. You need to commit yourself, body and soul. Without a wholehearted focus, you won;t be able to effectively love yourself or someone else. You can't half-heartedly achieve a true…” quote by Linda Holiday](https://sms4smile.com/q/img-quotes/cfe/linda-holiday-38649_aikido_to-reach-an-understanding-of-aikido-as-l_2874882.jpg)
