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Instructors must always be positive. Even if someone fails at something, you must have the energy to help them turn it into success.

— Koichi Tohei Ki Sayings (2003)

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There is no conflict in the absolute universe, but there is conflict in the relative world.

Ki Sayings (2003)

Only those with their eyes open to the world of nature are capable of uncovering its truth. Everything springs from a sense of gratitude toward nature.

Book of Ki (1976)

Countless people have attempted to define the absolute power of the world of nature. Some praise it as God, some call it the Buddha, others call it truth.

Book of Ki (1976)

Each time you do something, you must return to your beginner’s mind, and give it your best.

Ki Sayings (2003)

Human beings cannot grow without feeling gratitude. Gratitude towards things is an attitude which fosters growth.

Ki Sayings (2003)

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