Tenets of Taekwon-Do
Needless to say, the success or failure of Taekwon-Do
training depends largely on how one observes and
implements the tenets of Taekwon-Do which should
serve as a guide for all serious students of the
art.
COURTESY - Refers to the student's ability to
respect oneself, as well as others. Respecting
oneself includes obtaining proper nutrition, rest,
and physical exercise. Respecting others involves
consistently demonstrating a gracious, just and
helpful attitude and behavior toward others.
INTEGRITY - Refers to the student's adherence
to an honor code of behavior. This concept entails
the student striving to be honest with oneself and
others in both thought and action. This approach
enables the student to develop their strengths and
minimize their weaknesses. Having the knowledge of
what’s right, to develop correct decision making
ability.
PERSEVERANCE - Refers to the student holding
steadfast to a course of action, belief, or purpose.
This tenet governs the student's tenacity or ability
to complete what is begun, never quitting and
enjoying the trip or course of action that he/she
started.
SELF CONTROL - Refers to the student's
capability to keep their emotions consistent and in
balance over time. Developing this principle will
permit the student to better live in harmony with
self and their environment. Knowing ones self, their
weaknesses, and their strengths. Making their
weaknesses in to strengths.
INDOMITABLE SPIRIT - Refers to the student
freeing his spirit in a manner which enables him to
achieve the greatest level of potential. This ideal
also encourages the student to tirelessly pursue and
stand firmly for the principles he holds to be true.
Confucius once declared: It is an act of cowardice
to fail to speak out against injustice.
Student
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