The True Aiki Man Characteristics Of Development
Harmonizes strength and gentleness
Practices efficiency of movement
Is quick to seize opportunity
Corrects errors of action and thought
Accepts AIKI as a way of life
Looks, acts and feels sharp and 'on the top of things'
Lives in reality
Possesses the knowledge that nothing is free
Develops the technique of blocking soft and hitting hard
Practices self control in all things
Knows and accepts self
Consistently strives towards a better life
Never breaks training
Learns from everything
Seeks happiness from within
Relies on self
Gets better with age
One tries to develop as many of these characteristics as possible so they may receive the maximum benefits of their Martial Arts training.
P.M.A. (POSITIVE MENTAL ATTITUDE)
