Live before you die, so that death is also a lively celebration.
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Yoga is about the will, working with intelligence and self-reflexive consciousness, can free us from the inevitability of the wavering mind and outwardly directed senses.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Yoga enhances our ability to control our mind and senses through awareness and intelligence.
This quote by B.K.S. Iyengar emphasizes that yoga is not merely a physical practice but a mental and conscious effort that involves willpower and self-reflection. By engaging in yoga, we can cultivate an awareness that allows us to transcend the distractions of our mind and senses, leading to a deeper understanding of ourselves and our surroundings.
Themes
YogaMindfulnessSelf-AwarenessConsciousnessIntelligence
In practice
Example use cases
In a yoga class, the teacher might say, 'Remember that yoga is about the will, as B.K.S. Iyengar taught.'
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