We use our power for good not evil, like Superhero's . This is what I teach my young students but it applies to everyone. I hold my students to a higher standard. This is what we do as parents with our children and this is what I do as a Sensei . We set that standard high and want them to meet or even better exceed that mark. At the end of every class we recite the dojo kun and I wonder how many really understand what they are repeating. My philosophy has been and always will be that karate should make you feel good about yourself not stressed or depressed or worried. When you enter the dojo the outside world goes away. We all put on the same white uniform and we are there for only one-thing and that is to improve ourselves (karate-do) through hard training. We help each other, we encourage each other, we celebrate in victory and console each other in defeat. We are family. We are there for each other. Family sticks together.
Next time you recite the Dojo Kun listen to yourself. Try and understand what you are saying. Don't just repeat it like a parrot. It really means something.
Seek perfection of character
Be faithful
Endeavor to excel
Respect others
Refrain from violent behavior
Please excuse my ramblings. Just wanted to share some thoughts. I know I need work. It's a never ending battle.
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