As we explore the soul, it is important to remember that this exploration will take place within nature (the body), for that is where and what we are.
B.K.S. IYENGARAsana is perfect firmness of body, steadiness of intelligence, and benevolence of spirit.
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Move from the known to the unknown.
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Live before you die, so that death is also a lively celebration.
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Savasana is being without was, being without will be. It is being without anyone who is.
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Nothing is achieved by a mind that doubts
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Your body is the child of the soul. you must nourish and train that child.
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Activity and passivity must go together in asanas.
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In your discipline, if doubt comes, let it come. You do your work and let doubt carry on with its work. And let us see which gives up first!
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Yoga is the method by which the restless mind is calmed And the energy directed into constructive channels.
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Knowledge of yoga is no substitute for practice.
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When you inhale, you are taking the strength from God. When you exhale, it represents the service you are giving to the world.
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There is no progress toward ultimate freedom without transformation, and this is the key issue in all lives.
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The art of teaching is tolerance. Humbleness is the art of learning.
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The beauty of a lake reflects the beauty around it. When the mind is still, the beauty of the Self is seen reflected in it.
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My Maman told me that only the crazy ones and the passionate ones accomplish anything in life.
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Health is not a commodity to be bargained for. It has to be earned through sweat.
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