Live before you die, so that death is also a lively celebration.
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Practice doing yoga with an innocent mind. Then, you will be able to cognize the things happening in your body
Interpretation
What this quote means
Practicing yoga with a pure heart allows for better awareness of one's body.
B.K.S. Iyengar emphasizes the importance of approaching yoga with an innocent and open mindset, suggesting that this attitude enables practitioners to become more attuned to their bodily sensations and experiences. By cultivating a sense of innocence, one can connect more deeply with their physical self and enhance their yoga practice.
Themes
YogaInnocent MindAwarenessBodyPractice
In practice
Example use cases
During a yoga class, the instructor shared this quote to remind everyone to practice with an open heart.
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