Posted by Cisco on April 20, 2002 at 12:30:00:
The Martial Way begins and ends with courtesy.
Therefore, be properly and genuinely courteous at all
times.
Following the Martial Way is like scaling a cliff –
continue upwards without rest. It demands absolute and
unfaltering devotion to the task at hand.
Strive to seize the initiative in all things, all the time
guarding against actions stemming from selfish animosity
or thoughtlessness.
Even for the Martial Artist, the place of money cannot
be ignored. Yet one should be careful never to become
attached to it.
The Martial Way is centered in posture. Strive to
maintain correct posture at all times.
The Martial Way begins with one thousand days and is
mastered after ten thousand days of training.
In the Martial Arts, introspection begets wisdom.
Always see contemplation on your actions as an
opportunity to improve.
The nature and purpose of the Martial Way is universal.
All selfish desires should be roasted in the tempering
fires of hard training.
The Martial Arts begin with a point and end in a circle.
Straight lines stem from this principle.
The true essence of the Martial Way can only be
realized through experience. Knowing this, learn never
to fear its demands.
Always remember, in the Martial Arts, the rewards of a
confident and grateful heart are truly abundant.