1. When there is no possibility of winning, one should try to defend oneself; otherwise, one should attack.
Sun Tzu
Ueshiba
Lao Tzu
Naoshige
2. The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
Lao Tzu
Naoshige
Sun Tzu
Ueshiba
3. Encourage and listen well to the words of subordinates. It is well known that gold lies hidden underground.
Ueshiba
Lao Tzu
Naoshige
Sun Tzu
4. The enemy comes running in to strike. At the instant of the attack, avoid his strike with one step and counter-attack in that instant.
Lao Tzu
Sun Tzu
Naoshige
Ueshiba