From Sensei Michael Mackay,
Midtown Karate Dojo, Hombu
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"Determination Wins"

Determination requires ruthlessness and compassion, foresight and
flexibility, endurance and daring.

Embrace the occasional two steps backwards. They give you a running
start on many steps forward.

Domo arigato gozaimasu, Hanshi,

Michael Mackay, Midtown Karate Dojo