There is a saying that "the boughs that bear most hang lowest." Besides, we can say that "a skilled hawk hides its talons (the person who knows most often speaks least)." If the abundant and strong were humble, struggles would not happen and peace and harmony would be brought about in the world (society) around them. Moderately rich persons will be proud of their richness, while moderately strong persons will be proud of their strength. Then, truly rich or truly strong persons are extremely humble. Therefore, concerning true Budo-ka, the more they practice their arts, the weaker and softer they becomes.
A Japanese psychologist and mindful martial artist, SHINTARO YUKAWA's personal essays on martial arts and ways as well as mindfulness, Zen and Tao, written both in Japanese and English. I will explore here the truth and quintessence of martial arts and ways, and hope you will know and share them. マインドフル・マーシャル・アーツ:禅とタオ (湯川進太郎・身体心理学)
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