Due to its physical nature, Taekwondo training promotes a healthy lifestyle including proper physical training, proper nutrition, proper rest and the maintenance of a balance in life. Morally, Taekwondo's tenets are courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self control, loyalty and the indomitable spirit. Taekwondo promotes good character and a non-violent attitude by teaching courtesy, humility, integrity, respect for others, self reliance, courage and self control under stress. In response to conflict, Taekwondo teaches calmness, avoidance and neutralisation. Students must respect fellow students and obey instructors.
Taekwondo demands patience, perseverance and a striving for perfection.
Psychologically, Taekwondo reduces tension and anxiety by providing a socially acceptable means of physical self expression, controlling aggression and venting hostility and frustration in a healthy, beneficial manner. It requires self respect, complete self control and respect for others, whether training partner or adversary. It also provides a means of personal achievement and advancement through mastery of its curriculum, testing and progression through its belt levels. Dedication to attaining a goal and successful goal attainment improve one's self image and sense of self worth. Aesthetically, Taekwondo involves skills and techniques to be mastered, with some latitude for personal style and self expression.