As the rice grain develops, the rice plant bends . As we develop in knowledge, we must become humble. In Aikido we don't have contests. Competition creates a competitive mind. The winners today will lose tomorrow, the losers will end with frustration in their minds and hearts.
Humility seeks no glory or honor.
Glory and honor come only when you are ready. Our training is to prepare ourselves, but not to seek it. Ki and Electricity Ki is for those who believe in it. It belongs to the universe. We are all part of the universal ki .