The supreme adventure in a man’s life is his journey back to his Creator.
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The yogi cannot be afraid to die, because he has brought life to every cell of his body. We are afraid to die, because we are afraid we have not lived. The yogi has lived.
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Keep your attention internal, not external, not worrying about what others see, but what the Self sees.
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When you see a mistake in somebody else, try to find if you are making the same mistake.
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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.
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The ultimate goal of yoga is to realize the brilliance of your soul.
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There is a universal reality in ourselves that aligns us with a universal reality that is everywhere.
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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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Your whole being should be symmetrical. Yoga is symmetry. That is why yoga is a basic art.
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Practice doing yoga with an innocent mind. Then, you will be able to cognize the things happening in your body
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You exist without the feeling of existence.
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True concentration is an unbroken thread of awareness.
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If the foundation is firm the building can withstand calamities. The practice of yoga is the foundation so that the self is not shaken under any circumstances.
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Yoga is like music: the rhythm of the body, the melody of the mind, and the harmony of the soul create the symphony of life.
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Mind is the king of the senses; breath is the king of the mind; and the nerves are king of the breath.
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Yoga is effort. Only practice is important. The rest of knowledge is only theory.
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