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“True spirit of Judo is nothing but the gentle and diligent free spirit. Judo rests on flexible action of mind and body. The word flexible however never means weakness but something more like adaptability and openmindedness. Gentleness always overcomes strength.” quote by Kyuzo Mifune
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“True spirit of Judo is nothing but the gentle and diligent free spirit. Judo rests on flexible action of mind and body. The word flexible however never means weakness but something more like adaptability and openmindedness. Gentleness always overcomes strength.”

Kyuzo Mifune

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

True spirit of Judo emphasizes gentle, diligent, adaptable mindset over brute force, valuing flexibility and open‑mindedness.

In simple terms: Gentle adaptability beats raw strength.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate flexibility in mind and body.

Themes

discipline flexibility mind‑body gentleness strength

Mood

calm focused inspired

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • mart training
  • conflict resolution
  • stress management
  • teamwork

Key Concepts

Judo philosophy adaptability open‑mindedness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you apply gentle adaptability in a high‑pressure situation?
  • When does strength become necessary?
A Different Perspective

Flexibility alone may not overcome overwhelming force.

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