Essence of Okinawan Karate-Do

He is human and so am I.
2. I cannot develop my own potentialities when in the trap of self-limitation.
3. I must discard this self-limitation. If he practices three times, I must practice six times.
4. "Do not be dependent upon others for your improvement." Musashi Miyamoto, Japan's greatest swordsman, once said, "Pay your respects to the Gods and Buddhas, but never rely on them."
5. Earnestly cultivate your mind as well as your body and believe in yourself.
6. Karate-do may be referred to as the conflict within yourself, or a life-long marathon which can be won only through self-discipline, hard training, and your own creative efforts.