Training in the Internal
Arts
isn't just
physical but mental and spiritual.
Each practice is to strengthen and train our
body, mind, energy and spirit.
Nurture excellence.
Respect the founder, the art,
your teacher and classmates,
but think for yourself.
Shoshin: Beginner’s
mind.
In a beginner’s mind there are many possibilities.
In an expert's there are few.
The principles remain constant but the methods can change.
Seek to improve the art and improve the standard.
Question authority.
Always examine what is taught and what you are told,
find your own understanding.
The study and practice of the
internal arts
is to become independent and free,
not dependent on anyone or any system.
Keep thoughts and comments positive and healthy.
Train diligently, refine your
body, mind and spirit.
This is your responsibility.
Your teachers can show you the
way and help you,
only you can develop the skills.
Argue for your limitations and
sure enough they’re yours.
Next time you say "I can’t” replace it with
“I don’t want to try.”