The deluded mind is the mind affectively burdened by intellect. Thus, it cannot move without stopping and reflecting on itself. This obstructs its native fluidity.

For something that is static, fixed, dead, there can be a way or a definite path; but not for anything that is moving and living.

True thusness is the substance of thought, and thought is the function of true thusness. There is no thought except that of true thusness. Thusness does not move, but its motion and function are inexhaustible.

To reach me, you must move to me. Your attack offers me an opportunity to intercept you.

Don’t indulge in any unnecessary, sophisticated moves

A quality martial artist is always ready for any move, and trains oneself invincible.

Though they play an important role in the early stages, the techniques should not be too mechanical, complex, or restrictive. Remember, you are expressing the techniques and not doing the techniques. When attacked, your response is not technique 1, 2, 3, 4, 5--rather you simply move in like sound and echo, without any deliberation. React as when I throw something to you, you catch it. Nothing else.