It has been said, in regard to a judo expert's level of mental development, that "the arms are an extension of the mind."

Thus the principle of Judo, from the very beginning, is not one of aggression, but of flowing with things.

The technique and mind are just like the front and back of one’s hand, meaning they are very closely related.

Please Note: "Ouch" is not a term used in Judo.

You progress not through what has been done, but reaching towards what has yet to be done.

The 2 rules of Judo training: 1) the teacher is always right and 2) when you think the teacher is wrong, refer to rule one.