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Mike Galante · 12-21-2006, 10:21 PM

Hi Mark,
All i mean to say is that my teacher emphasized the practice of kototama sounds and Zazen and Aikido and weapons practice together.
With all due respect, unless one is born practically a saint, mindfullness won't cut the mustard for facing a lethal attack with calm mind and love in ones heart. Maintaining a peacefull mind is a prerequisite for allowing the spirit to take root in a person. Usheba said we are bringing heaven down to earth. A bridge if you will. Taking a fighting mind and leading it to peace.
Jo, how many enlightened people do you know?

12-21-2006, 10:21 PM	#22
Mike Galante Dojo: Aikido of North Jersey Location: Suffern, NY Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 85 Offline	Re: Zazen necessary for training Hi Mark, All i mean to say is that my teacher emphasized the practice of kototama sounds and Zazen and Aikido and weapons practice together. With all due respect, unless one is born practically a saint, mindfullness won't cut the mustard for facing a lethal attack with calm mind and love in ones heart. Maintaining a peacefull mind is a prerequisite for allowing the spirit to take root in a person. Usheba said we are bringing heaven down to earth. A bridge if you will. Taking a fighting mind and leading it to peace. Jo, how many enlightened people do you know?