Peace originates with the flow of things - its heart is like the movement of the wind and waves. The Way is like the veins that circulate blood through our bodies, following the natural flow of the life force. If… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
Consider the ebb and flow of the tide. When waves come to strike the shore, they crest and fall, creating a sound. Your breath should follow the same pattern, absorbing the entire universe in your belly with each inhalation. Know… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
To practice Aikido fully you must calm the spirit and go back to the origin. — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
THE ART OF PEACE is not easy. It is a fight to the finish, the slaying of evil desires and all falsehood within. On… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
In a real battle, atemi is seventy percent, technique is thirty percent. — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
Cast off limiting thoughts and return to true emptiness. Stand in the midst of the great void. This is the secret of the Way… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
In true budo there is no enemy or opponent. True budo is to become one with the universe, not train to become powerful or… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
The Way of a Warrior is based on humanity, love, and sincerity; the heart of martial valor is true bravery, wisdom, love, and friendship.… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
Polish the heart, free the six senses and let them function without obstruction, and your entire body will glow. — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
THE ART OF PEACE does not rely on weapons or brute force to succeed; instead, we put ourselves in tune with the universe, maintain… — Morihei Ueshiba Copy Share Image
