Quantum Aikido

How modern physics confirms the energetic power Aikido

• Draws on quantum mechanics and physics, like wave–particle duality and the unified field theory, to define the energetics of Aikido

• Explores concepts of Aikido such as musubi (to tie together), connection, and reconciliation to re-link the individual with the universal

• Provides lessons for everyday life to enhance personal and professional relationships and diffuse threatening situations

Aikido is a martial art that offers a philosophy of harmonizing energy. The techniques of Aikido focus on aligning oneself with the world in total harmony, and this begins by winning over the discord in our own minds.

Richard Moon applies the insights of quantum mechanics to explore key concepts of Aikido—such as musubi (to tie together), connection, unification, and reconciliation—to re-link the individual with the universal. As quantum physics and Aikido reveal, the dualism of two conflicting opposites is an illusion. It is the unified field of the two that creates life and from which reality emanates. The essential teaching of Quantum Aikido is to live as an expression of the single source of yin and yang rather than in polarity.

Embodying this teaching transforms one’s experience of life from being a struggle to a dance. These lessons can be applied every day to enhance personal and professional relationships and diffuse threatening situations. The author’s creative, flow-oriented approach illustrates how to negotiate challenges by absorbing and using the energy of any given situation to create innovative solutions.

The state of being described in Quantum Aikido exercises whole-brain thinking and self-reflexivity to help readers develop the measured temperament of a warrior. By offering ways to unify our being and live in acceptance and harmony, this book opens doorways to transformation and positive change.

About the Author

Richard began his study of martial arts in 1969, training in Shotokan karate, Kenpo, and kung fu under various teachers. In 1971, he began his practice of Aikido under Robert Nadeau Sensei, a relationship that continues to this day. Richard was also a personal student of Bira Almeida, Mestre Acordeon of Brazilian Capoeira, practiced Cheng Hsin with world champion Peter Ralston, and trained in qigong with B.K. Frantzis. Richard was the founder and chief instructor at Aikido of Marin. He was also a cofounder and senior instructor at City Aikido of San Francisco for many years.