Every breath you take, you are getting closer to the grave. But every breath you take, you can also get closer to your liberation.
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Yoga is not a practice - the word 'yoga' means union. It does not mean standing on your head, twisting your body, or holding your breath. Yoga means to know the union of life. When you experience everything as a part of yourself, you are in yoga.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Yoga is about unity and connection in life, not just physical postures.
This quote emphasizes that yoga transcends physical exercises and embodies the concept of union. It's about experiencing a deep connection with oneself and recognizing everything in life as interconnected, fostering a sense of wholeness and belonging.
Themes
YogaUnionLifeConnectionMindfulness
In practice
Example use cases
In a yoga class discussing the essence of yoga beyond the physical postures.
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