Nine Basic Rules
Sin Moo Hapkido's basic rules are categorized into three groups to make a total of 9 rules. The first three are associated with Confucianism. The second are related to Buddhism. The last three rules are related to Seon Buddhism and Taoism. These rules will help the Sin Moo Hapkido practitioner to have a better and healthier life.
Physical:
- 1st Proper diet
- 2nd Healthy sexual behavior
- 3rd Beneficial meditation
Mental:
- 4th Do not be angry
- 5th Do not be sad
- 6th Do not be greedy
Spiritual:
- 7th Water control
- 8th Air control
- 9th Sunshine control
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