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B.K.S. Iyengar Quotes: Yoga is nothing if it is not perfect harmonyof the body, senses, mind and intellect, reason, consciousness and self. When all these are integrated that is true yoga.
         

Yoga is nothing if it is not perfect harmonyof the body, senses, mind and intellect, reason, consciousness and self. When all these are integrated that is true yoga.


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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.



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