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“Always keep your mind as bright and clear as the vast sky, the great ocean, and the highest peak, empty of all thoughts. Always keep your body filled with light and heat. Fill yourself with the power of wisdom and enlightenment.”
“Those who are possessed by nothing possess everything.”
“A good stance and posture reflect a proper state of mind.”
“Opponents confront us continually, but actually there is no opponent there. Enter deeply into an attack and neutralize it as you draw that misdirected force into your own sphere.”
“In extreme situations, the entire universe becomes our foe; at such critical times, unity of mind and technique is essential - do not let your heart waver!”
“The divine is not something high above us. It is in heaven, it is in earth, it is inside us.”
“Everyone has a spirit that can be refined, a body that can be trained in some manner, a suitable path to follow. You are here to realize your inner divinity and manifest your innate enlightenment.”
“The purpose of training is to tighten up the slack, toughen the body, and polish the spirit.”
“When an opponent comes forward, move in and greet him; if he wants to pull back, send him on his way.”
“Loyalty and devotion lead to bravery. Bravery leads to the spirit of self-sacrifice. The spirit of self-sacrifice creates trust in the power of love.”
“As soon as you concern yourself with the 'good' and 'bad' of your fellows, you create an opening in your heart for maliciousness to enter. Testing, competing with, and criticizing others weaken and defeat you.”
“Life is growth. If we stop growing, technically and spiritually, we are as good as dead.”
“Mankind's role is to fulfil his heaven-sent purpose through a sincere heart that is in harmony with all creation and loves all things.”
“Do not look upon this world with fear and loathing. Bravely face whatever the gods offer.”