This is the way of love and protection. If they just follow the philosophical part, that happens. They need something to put in between the two. They need daily practice. Then it is possible to make the connection between things.
Daily practice is so very important.
Sensei, perhaps because of your culture and background, you understand this necessary commitment. I believe that, yes. Because of that attitude I think American people are pretty smart, very unique. Aikido students seem very intelligent. So in that way, I have daily hope in this country.