The Tenets of Tae Kwon Do
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Courtesy (Ye Ui).
To be thoughtful and considerate of others. Tae Kwon Do practisers (both students and instructors) should be polite, and show consideration for others.
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Integrity (Yom Chi).
Integrity describes how you should interact with others. To be honest and good, earn respect and trust.
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Perseverance (In Nae).
This basically stands for your internal drive. Challenges allow us to improve ourselves and should therefor not be avoided.
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Self control (Guk Ki).
To have control of your body and mind. A Tae Kwon Do student should practice controlling his actions and reactions.
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Indomitable spirit (Baekjool Boolgool).
To have courage in the face of adversity. A Tae Kwon Do student should never be dominated by, or have his spirit broken by another.
