Health begins with firmness in the body, deepens to emotional stability, then leads to intellectual clarity, wisdom and finally the unveiling of the soul.
B.K.S. IYENGARThe physical body is not only a temple for our soul, but the means by which we embark on the inward journey toward the core.
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After a session of yoga, the mind becomes tranquil and passive.
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Words cannot convey the value of yoga – it has to be experienced.
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Without education, confidence does not come.
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Live before you die, so that death is also a lively celebration.
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Look after the root of the tree, and the fragrant flower and luscious fruits will grow by themselves. Look after the health of the body, and the fragrance of the mind and richness of the spirit will follow.
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When stability becomes a habit, maturity and clarity follow.
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The decision to relax rather than to grip, even in the face of impatience or fear, is a conscious and brave choice.
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Do not allow past experiences to be imprinted on your mind. Perform asana each time with a fresh mind and with a fresh approach.
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I always tell people, live happily and die majestically.
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Nothing is achieved by a mind that doubts
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As breath stills our mind, our energies are free to unhook from the senses and bend inward.
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Happy is the man who knows how to distinguish the real from the unreal, the eternal from the transient and the good from the pleasant by his discrimination and wisdom.
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Willpower is concrete, not ethereal. When you do something, you demonstrate your willpower, and it becomes all the easier to have the same power of will the next time.
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Health is not a commodity to be bargained for. It has to be earned through sweat.
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If you have the right mind, your body can do anything.
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