Lisa’s Reflections on the Teachings of JSKR– An Example for Practitioners

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Subject: Lisa’s Reflections on the Teachings of Jinyoung Ssangkum Ryu – An Example for Practitioners
(리사의 진영쌍검류 가르침에 대한 성찰 – 수련자들에게 주는 한 모범)

Recently, Lisa from the United States read some of my reflections and, inspired by them, developed her own thoughts in writing.

This is not mere repetition, but a meaningful effort to internalize the teaching and express it in her own words. Such an approach represents the true path of practice — to receive, to reflect, and then to expand with sincerity.

This writing organizes the philosophy I have consistently emphasized —
the integration of skill, philosophy, and healing — and presents it once again upon the foundation of previous messages.

It is a text that respects and seeks to spread this philosophy, reaffirming the teaching that
“the essence of training is to realize the love of nature and to follow its flow.”

The following reflection was written by Lisa, an instructor of Haedong Kumdo in the United States, based on this understanding.

I believe her writing serves as an excellent example for many practitioners, and I am pleased to share it here.

■ Lisa’s Complete Reflection

The Self in the Mirror and the Path of the Sword

The moment when the self in the mirror overlaps with the self in reality, I realize I am not simply looking
at two reflections. I am facing both the outer self that appears and the inner self that cannot be seen.

The world is the same. There is not only the visible three-dimensional reality, but also another
dimension beneath it, where time, consciousness, and energy are constantly flowing.

Within this overlap, life appears, connects, disappears, and returns once again. This realization is
directly tied to the essence of training.

In the act of swinging the sword, there is more than mere technique. Contained within it is the law of
Appearance – Connection – Disappearance. That movement reflects the circulation of the universe,
reveals the opening and blocking of energy, and leads us toward transformation and growth in life.

Within a single stroke of straight-line cutting, the essence of martial philosophy, skill, and healing is all
contained. One principle holds within it the truth of the whole.

The way of martial arts is more than skill – it is philosophy. And the way of philosophy is, in turn, the
way of life and healing. Even the moment of gazing into the mirror becomes a part of training itself.

■ On the path of the sword, we change and grow. That is the true essence of sword practice.

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Training: “I See You”

1. Seeing with the Eyes vs. Awareness through the Body
Ordinarily, “to see” means to perceive forms with the eyes. Yet in Avatar, “I see you” points beyond
sight to a deeper recognition of mind and energy (Ki).

In Jinyoung Ssangkum Ryu’s Ki-Mu training, the same principle is experienced. It is not about
merely observing movements, but about becoming aware of the flow of body and energy as it truly is.
Awareness, in this sense, means sensing the vibration of Ki, perceiving and feeling its flow.

2. Whole Acceptance of Existence and the “Harmony Without the Self”
For the Na’vi people, “I see you” is not a simple acknowledgment of appearance; it is a declaration of
seeing one’s soul, Ki, heart, and life in its entirety. Yet there is something even more important here.

“I see you” does not simply mean I focus my will to look at you. Rather, it means you and I are
connected as one. Within that connection lies a harmony in which the separate “I” disappears, and that
harmony itself is love.

From this perspective, love is not merely an emotion — it is the very substance of nature itself.
Recognizing this truth is the foundation from which genuine study and practice can begin.

3. The “Love of Nature” Within Training
The ultimate core of Jinyoung Ssangkum Ryu training is to “become aware of the love of nature.” The
phrase “I see you” in Avatar speaks to the same essence: not regarding the other as a mere object, but
respecting them as a life inseparably connected with nature.

Conclusion
Therefore, “I see you” can be understood in this way:

“I see your Ki.
I feel your flow and your essence.
And I know that you and I are connected as one.”

This is the awareness through the body that Jinyoung Ssangkum Ryu training cultivates — the very
essence of the Ki-Mu body. In this awareness, love and nature are one, and this unity marks the
true beginning of practice.

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The Three Cycles and “Follow the Energy”

1. Appearance (Beginning / Birth / Emergence)
• Sword: When the sword lifts and enters motion, energy takes form.
• Relationships: A person, feeling, or opportunity enters awareness.
• Follow the Energy: Notice where energy is arising.

2. Connection (Middle / Flow / Union)
• Sword: As the sword travels, Ki flows through body, blade, and space.
• Relationships: Trust, dialogue, and presence flow between people.
• Follow the Energy: Enter into the flow without forcing.

3. Disappearance (Ending / Release / Return)
• Sword: Every strike completes and dissolves into stillness.
• Relationships: Connections shift, transform, or end.
• Follow the Energy: Let go and allow space for the next cycle.

Essence:
The three cycles mirror all of life. To “Follow the Energy” means to move with this rhythm instead of
resisting it.
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Sharing Knowledge Worldwide: A Path for GM Kim

1. Preserve the Essence Clearly
• Written Works: Collect and organize reflections, diagrams, and essays.
• Translation: Make writings accessible in multiple languages.
• Core Principles: Repeat central truths so the message stays clear.

2. Embody and Demonstrate
• Seminars: Create experiences where people feel the teaching.
• Demonstrations: Record sword practice and Ki-Mu training.
• Lineage Students: Train a small group deeply as carriers of the knowledge.

3. Use Modern Pathways Without Losing Integrity
• Digital Platforms: Share teachings via YouTube, websites, and live classes.
• Educational Resources: Develop handouts, workbooks, or interactive apps.
• Organizational Structure: Use nonprofit/federation models to organize global reach.

Essence:
The three cycles apply here as well: Appearance = opportunities, Connection = flow with students,
Disappearance = release and renewal. This is how the Path of the Sword becomes the Path for the
World.

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The Flow and Following the Energy

The Flow in Sword Practice
When you swing the sword, rhythm carries through body, blade, breath, and awareness. You do not
create the flow — you enter it.

The Flow in Relationships
Between people, flow is the invisible current of trust, presence, and attention.

The Flow in Nature
Rivers, winds, seasons, and heartbeat all move in cycles without control.

Essence of Flow:
The flow is the circulation of Ki — life-force that appears, connects, disappears, and reappears.
It is unstoppable, neutral, and guiding. To “Follow the Energy” means stepping into that current with
awareness instead of trying to force it.

ref)
https://m.cafe.daum.net/enlightenment-k/dcM5/500?svc=cafeapp

「I See You」 – The Ki-Mu Body and the Blossoming of Nature’s Love in JSKR

https://m.cafe.daum.net/enlightenment-k/dcM5/503?svc=cafeap

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