Duty
Duty. The force
of moral obligation. Obligatory tasks,
conduct, service or functions that arise from one’s position in life or in a
group. Conduct due to parents and
superiors. Respect.
These are just a few definitions of Duty. In our culture today, duty is all too often
forgotten, or worse, discarded by thinking “I paid for it. I have no further obligation”.
Sadly, some students think this way about
Chayon Ryu. They train only to get what they
want and leave. This attitude is very
selfish. Your training is worth far more
than your monthly dues. Whether you
train three months or a lifetime, Chayon Ryu training is something that will
always be with you, it will help you in every aspect of your life; it may save
your life. This knowledge is a priceless
gift and it should be shared with others in order to better their lives.
My entire life’s work has been dedicated to learning, to
developing and teaching a Martial Arts system that benefits the lives of
others. When I see someone take this
gift without sharing it with others, it saddens me deeply. It is our Duty as students, as instructors,
and giving people, to share this gift with those that would receive it and
better their lives. Only this way will
the system thrive and be passed on to future generations.
Train, learn, participate in events, teach. Not only is this our Duty, but it is an Honor
to do it. The more you benefit others,
the more you will benefit yourself.
Sincerely,
Kim Soo
Grandmaster Kim Soo
Founder Chayon-Ryu International Martial Arts
Association
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