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Oryoki · 12-14-2003, 03:05 AM

I studied Akido about 20 years ago but had to stop because my Ki was in my head and I would get too dizzy.

Then about 10 years ago my Ki moved to my heart and I rejoiced.

Perhaps soon my Ki will go where it belongs and I will lead a balanced life.

The things I learned were only openings to reality or natural processes if you will.

I find it very natural moving through a crowd extending my Ki forward to clear the way.

Ki breathing comes to me in times of stress or pain for relief, or just when I want to relax. It is very natural to breath with the entire body.

When in a strange situation being ready and never underestimating ones opponent is automatic and very natural.

So yes, after 20 years of not practicing Akido I would say it is natural to use.

12-14-2003, 03:05 AM	#17
Oryoki Location: boulder colorado usa Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 1 Offline	natural to me I studied Akido about 20 years ago but had to stop because my Ki was in my head and I would get too dizzy. Then about 10 years ago my Ki moved to my heart and I rejoiced. Perhaps soon my Ki will go where it belongs and I will lead a balanced life. The things I learned were only openings to reality or natural processes if you will. I find it very natural moving through a crowd extending my Ki forward to clear the way. Ki breathing comes to me in times of stress or pain for relief, or just when I want to relax. It is very natural to breath with the entire body. When in a strange situation being ready and never underestimating ones opponent is automatic and very natural. So yes, after 20 years of not practicing Akido I would say it is natural to use.