Morihei Ueshiba

Failure is the key to success; each mistake teaches us something.

Morihei Ueshiba

A good stance and posture reflect a proper state of mind.

Morihei Ueshiba

Life is growth. If we stop growing, technically and spiritually, we are as good as dead.

Morihei Ueshiba

Progress comes to those who train and train; reliance on secret techniques will get you nowhere.

Morihei Ueshiba

Those who are enlightened never stop forging themselves.

Morihei Ueshiba

Those who are possessed by nothing possess everything.

Morihei Ueshiba

When an opponent comes forward, move in and greet him; if he wants to pull back, send him on his way.

Morihei Ueshiba

A warrior’s mission is to foster the success of others.

Morihei Ueshiba

Be grateful even for hardship, setbacks, and bad people. Dealing with such obstacles is an essential part of training in the art of peace.

Morihei Ueshiba

Even the most powerful human being has a limited sphere of strength. Draw him outside of that sphere and into your own, and his strength will dissipate.

Morihei Ueshiba