You want to be paid as well, you virtuous! You want reward for virtue, and heaven for earth, and eternity for your today?
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In an asana, the mind has to reach inside the body to find a quiet space until a point comes where perfect balance is felt. If the mind is wandering while practicing, then one is not fully present, and there can be no union. Involvement, interpenetratio n and insight are the required qualities for the practitioner.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the need for mindfulness and presence in practice for achieving balance and unity.
Geeta Iyengar highlights that true mastery in asana practice involves a deep connection between the mind and body. It requires the practitioner to quiet the mind, achieving a state of full presence, which allows for a harmonious experience. Without focus and awareness, one cannot attain the desired state of balance or union, which are essential for genuine insight and understanding in practice.
Themes
MindfulnessAsanaPresenceBalancePractice
In practice
Example use cases
An instructor might use this quote to encourage students to focus during yoga class.
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