One should be in harmony with, not in opposition to, the strength and force of the opposition. This means that one should do nothing that is not natural or spontaneous; the important thing is not to strain in any way.

I believe in teaching just a few students, as teaching requires a constant alert observation on each individual in order to establish a direct relationship. A good teacher cannot be fixed in a routine, and many are just that. During teaching, each moment requires a sensitive mind that is constantly changing and constantly adapting.

Jeet Kune Do: it's just a name; don't fuss over it. There's no such thing as a style if you understand the roots of combat.

Simplicity is the key to brilliance.

All martial art is simply an honest expression of one's body — with a lot of deception in between.

If every man would help his neighbor, no man would be without help.

Even today, I dare not say that I have reached a state of achievement. I'm still learning, for learning is boundless.