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This book is intended to open the reader’s eyes in several ways. In the martial sense, the objective is to provide the reader with the tools to look deeper into his or her art, to see concepts and principles that apply to all martial arts styles and systems. This process leads to a better understanding of the art we practice and at the same time, opens our eyes to the incredible amount of options available to us.

On the other hand, this book is meant to expose readers to (or remind them of) concepts which lead to a more fulfilling life and to offer principles by which to help them become more confident, compassionate, and understanding individuals.

One very important point: we cannot underestimate the importance of learning the basics. A student cannot just “jump ahead” to the more advanced, intricate techniques and concepts. We must all go through a progression of training (Shugyo no Junjo). This process starts with the individual making up his/her mind to dedicate the time and effort necessary, making it a priority in life. The student must also make up his/her mind to learn well the basics of the art, the fundamentals that lay the solid groundwork of a good martial artist. We must then sharpen and develop ourselves through countless repetition, eventually evolving into a master who has not only developed the physical attributes necessary to the art, but also the mental and internal attributes.