Aikido and the Harmony of Nature book

Aikido and the Harmony of Nature Mitsugi Saotome
Publisher: Shambhala Publications, Inc.

Of Aikido, I think O‐Sensei could see new possibilities in martial training. Jul 1, 2007 - You can navigate through this blog with the characters at the side. Jun 20, 2012 - A long time ago, I was told that the kanji for the Ai, harmony, in Aikido represented one family living under one roof. The physical practice of this fundamental principle of Aikido leads to a better understanding of people and nature, while teaching essential skills for the resolution of conflict. In other words, if you focus on controlling your uke, or the anticipation of an attack, then your practice will not take you into an understanding the infinite, circular nature of Aikido. Our lives are governed by the forces of nature. The movement and energy of an attack is redirected without the need for collision or the use of force. The movements of Aikido are circular and flowing. May 6, 2010 - Aikido is a way for one to expand the spirit, balance the body and quiet the mind. If you would like to join the Aikido Family, please click Aikido @ TP for more information on how to contact us! Central to Aikido is the idea of being in harmony with your opponents, rather than in conflict with them. He envisioned a marital art with a focus on neutralizing the attack of an opponent; where the pursuit of peace and harmony is a central focus. Apr 20, 2012 - If you accept or agree that Aikido is as much a belief system, or philosophy on living and harmony as it is on a combat skill, there's little wonder why the quality and nature of its instruction can vary so greatly. Aikido One does not compete with superior force; one blends with it and leads it to a harmonious reconciliation.