Knowing the basics of Aikido
Aikido is one of the oldest form of martial arts. Founded by Morihei Ueshiba, aikido came about through the studies of many different kinds of traditional martial arts. In fact, is often perceived as a form of exercise or a dance because of some of its forms. It is also viewed by some quarters as some form of martial mesmerism.
Aikido is even confused with Daito Ryu Aikijutsu, it is different in its essence. Still, its founder attributed his creation of aikido to the way, his master Sokaku Takeda, grandmaster of Daito Ryu, opened his eyes to the nature of Budo.
What is aikido?
Despite its many perceived forms, aikido is a Budo or martial arts. It is the refinement of the techniques that are being taught in traditional martial arts and is combined with a philosophy that calls on for the power of the spirit. In its essence, it is a blending of the body and the mind.
Its philosophy is basically derived from the belief that deceptions and trickery or brute force will not make us defeat our opponents. Instead, concentration that involves the spirit will be enough to strengthen us.
Aikido is also used as a way to discover our true paths so that we can develop our individuality. It also teaches its practitioners to unify their body and their mind so that they will become in harmony with the “universe” and with nature. Their power and their strength will come from this balance and harmony.
The word “universe” in aikido is not some obscure concept that one cannot achieve. It is actually quite concrete and is even within the grasp of the person. In aikido, “universe” can be achieved through actual experiences and everyday life.
Aikido’s movements and techniques are circular. When a circle is created in aikido, the person is said to be protected from a collision from an opposing force. A firm center, however, is needed to create this circle. An example of a firm circle is a spinning top that turns at fast speed. Without a firm center, the speed of movement will only create imbalance. The stillness of the spinning top while in speeding motion is what is called sumikiri in Aikido language. This is achieved only by what Aikido founder calls “total clarity of mind and body.” However, this is not so easily achieved. It takes a long time of study and practice in order to find this intense concentration and centeredness.
Training is important in aikido as well as concentration because while it may be easy to create a centered being when inside a martial arts gym, the same cannot be said of situations and circumstances outside. It will not be easy to keep one’s composure when faced with extraordinary circumstances. This is actually one of the goals of Aikido training. It aims to teach its practitioners to maintain their composure and their centeredness even in panic situations such as danger and calamities.
One method taught in aikido is to breathe with what is called the seika tanden point. This is the part of the body that can be found two inches below the navel. Controlled breathing is one key to being one with the universe and to center oneself with nature. When a person learns to do this, he or she will feel extraordinary calmness that they can use in the practice of aikido.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
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What is Aikido is all about?
Aikido is one of the traditional martial arts. Morihei Ueshiba is the earlier people who introduce aikido from his research about multiple traditional martial arts. There is people call it as a form of training and dance nevertheless martial mesmerism. Daito Ryu Aikijutsu is confuse with aikido but Morihei manage to make his idea of aikido learn from his master Sokaku Takeda also Daito Ryu’s grandmaster to open his mind to the Budo’s nature
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Wedding presents
One of the worst things about receiving a wedding invitation is to discover that there isn’t anything indicating where the couple has registered. It is even worse when you do some research and a friend or relative says that they have decided not to register. Now, you’re faced with the task of shopping for wedding presents. You may not have a clue as to what the couple already has or what they would need as a gift.
Perhaps you are all too happy to end up getting a gift certificate for the couple. Speaking from personal experience, getting gift cards and certificates as wedding presents is actually rather pleasant. My husband and I are so intent on saving money and paying off our debts that we rarely enjoy an evening out of the house. We received so many gift certificates as wedding presents that we could eat at different restaurants throughout the year. I always recommend getting a gift certificate for a restaurant. Give the couple an evening out and a night free from cooking and washing dishes. Gift certificates to a particular store or a mall are always welcome but often times the guests hesitate to go with that gift idea because it doesn’t seem personal. That is true, giving money or gift certificates isn’t always as personal as a gift. However, giving a gift that will go unused or become a duplicate certainly isn’t ideal either.
If you simply don’t know what might make an ideal gift, you can get gift certificates for things other than shopping or a restaurant. If you know that the couple enjoys theater, perhaps you can get them tickets to an upcoming show or event. A certificate for an overnight stay at a romantic bed and breakfast would make for some wonderful wedding presents. If there is a spa nearby, see if you can purchase a package for couples to be pampered together. There are lots of places that will eagerly give a gift certificate if you have the creativity to look around you and be resourceful. What about a class for cooking or dance? Perhaps there’s some sort of class that they would enjoy taking together but never bothered to look into taking.
Other people like to take the more traditional approach to wedding presents. They’ll buy unique candles or picture frames, perhaps something personalized for the couple. Those traditional items are always appreciated as well but they might be given in an overabundance. In my household, I can’t ever have enough of candles or picture frames but personalized items are a bit strange to me.
Shopping for wedding presents can be a challenge. You just may end up finding the perfect gift that will be appreciated for years to come. Of course, you need to put a bit of thought and research into finding that gift.
One of the worst things about receiving a wedding invitation is to discover that there isn’t anything indicating where the couple has registered. It is even worse when you do some research and a friend or relative says that they have decided not to register. Now, you’re faced with the task of shopping for wedding presents. You may not have a clue as to what the couple already has or what they would need as a gift.
Perhaps you are all too happy to end up getting a gift certificate for the couple. Speaking from personal experience, getting gift cards and certificates as wedding presents is actually rather pleasant. My husband and I are so intent on saving money and paying off our debts that we rarely enjoy an evening out of the house. We received so many gift certificates as wedding presents that we could eat at different restaurants throughout the year. I always recommend getting a gift certificate for a restaurant. Give the couple an evening out and a night free from cooking and washing dishes. Gift certificates to a particular store or a mall are always welcome but often times the guests hesitate to go with that gift idea because it doesn’t seem personal. That is true, giving money or gift certificates isn’t always as personal as a gift. However, giving a gift that will go unused or become a duplicate certainly isn’t ideal either.
If you simply don’t know what might make an ideal gift, you can get gift certificates for things other than shopping or a restaurant. If you know that the couple enjoys theater, perhaps you can get them tickets to an upcoming show or event. A certificate for an overnight stay at a romantic bed and breakfast would make for some wonderful wedding presents. If there is a spa nearby, see if you can purchase a package for couples to be pampered together. There are lots of places that will eagerly give a gift certificate if you have the creativity to look around you and be resourceful. What about a class for cooking or dance? Perhaps there’s some sort of class that they would enjoy taking together but never bothered to look into taking.
Other people like to take the more traditional approach to wedding presents. They’ll buy unique candles or picture frames, perhaps something personalized for the couple. Those traditional items are always appreciated as well but they might be given in an overabundance. In my household, I can’t ever have enough of candles or picture frames but personalized items are a bit strange to me.
Shopping for wedding presents can be a challenge. You just may end up finding the perfect gift that will be appreciated for years to come. Of course, you need to put a bit of thought and research into finding that gift.
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