Budo

Literally translated from Japanese, Budo is The Way of Brave and Enlightened Activity. Therefore, a budoka is not tidily one who practices a customary plan of Japanese martial arts, but one who always seeks more suitable being and awareness for him or herself and others. Budo is heavily rooted in Zen Buddhism, and as such can be considered moving meditation. Budo can be the start of a new personal journey of continual improvement for yourself and all of your loved ones, regardless of your personal faith.
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Duty

Duty comes first. This commit be at variance for everyone: moral, civic, religious, or a combination. Personal goals can be fit to have, although they may not always be ethical. Consider your duties first, and whence your own personal goals, in light of what your ethics and obligations. Honor is found in upholding your duties in the most ethical fashion possible.
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Dojo

Translated from Japanese, dojo point training hall, or, The Place of The Way. Therefore, dojo can promote to typical budo maturity floors, or to the battleground of life itself. This means your training does not end when you leave the training floor. You must uphold honor at all times, all places, for not everyone else will. Expect the unexpected. These are the things you train to do. Research this continually.

Owen Johnston lives and teaches Wado ryu Karate in Lake City, South Carolina. He enjoys reading, writing, training, and spending time with his fiance. For more information, please visit Johnston Wado ryu Karate.