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Old 12-22-2008, 10:25 AM   #474
Aikibu
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Re: The continued Evolution of Aikido

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My ideal for training is that one can both attack and defend purely, without any intent at all. Someone cuts with the sword without rising hate or fury, and without rising fear of hurting your training partner---he simply cuts, fully present in the act. The other person simply defends, without holding thoughts of love, protection, choice, or any other---he simply responds, fully present in the act. Within the encounter, there is no notion of winning or losing, let alone scoring a point.
Great Post Joe. Thanks for your insight and clarity.

William Hazen

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