Live before you die, so that death is also a lively celebration.
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Yoga is nothing if it is not perfect _x000D_ harmonyof the body, senses, mind _x000D_ and intellect, reason, consciousness _x000D_ and self. When all these are integrated _x000D_ that is true yoga.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True yoga requires the harmonious integration of the body, mind, and consciousness.
This quote by B.K.S. Iyengar emphasizes that yoga is not merely a physical practice, but a holistic approach that encompasses the complete alignment of one’s physical body, senses, mind, and higher faculties like reason and consciousness. Only when all these elements are harmonized can one truly experience yoga, transcending its basic physical aspects to achieve a deeper sense of unity and self-awareness.
Themes
YogaHarmonyIntegrationBodyMindConsciousness
In practice
Example use cases
In a yoga class, the instructor might quote this to emphasize the importance of mental focus during practice.
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