nt if we unify our mind and body. However, it is ratherdifficult to maintain the oneness of mind and body throughout our daily lives withoutsomething to bind them together. As electricity keeps the computer and the robotworking together, Ki keeps the mind and the body working in sync. Some believe that the physical entity Ki simply does not exist. Instead, the spirit,the intention, the bio-physico-psychological coordination through relaxation andawareness are concepts being used in the teaching. One must first learn to control oneselfbefore attempting to harmonize and control others. Without a good balance and controlof oneself, one can neither avoid an attack nor apply an effective technique on others. It isthrough self-control that one can learn to enjoy a harmonious way of life. In order to harmonize with the laws of nature, we must first learn to develop andmaintain the right attitude of training. We must always keep the attitude of becoming onewith every situation. This is an attitude of respect for all things at all times. Regardless ofthe situation, friend or foe, one must always be ready to harmonize. The right attitudegreatly affects the efficiency of the action. It is not how strong, but rather how correctyou are that counts. This concept of mind-body connection will make it possible foranyone regardless of age or sex to perform the arts efficiently. There are Four keys to body and mind unity. First, Calmly let your mind settle atan imaginary point about two inches below the navel. Second, relax your entire body tothe point where you are able to maintain complete control of yourself by keeping calmnessof mind and body between tenseness and limpness. Third, naturally allow the gravitationalpull to settle your entire body down to where it should settle. Lastly, think positively andbe ready for action with a calm and flexible mind without referring to excessive physicalstrength. Aikido is a positive attitude to...