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Asana Quote by B.K.S. Iyengar

“Asana done from the brain makes one heavy and done from the heart makes one light.” quote by B.K.S. Iyengar
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“Asana done from the brain makes one heavy and done from the heart makes one light.”

B.K.S. Iyengar

About This Quote

Source Book: Light on Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar, 1966

Acting from intellect creates burden; acting from love brings ease and freedom.

In simple terms: Heart‑based actions feel light, mind‑based feel heavy.

Key Takeaway

Choose love over logic.

Themes

mindfulness balance inner peace

Mood

calm inspired

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

Yoga philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love change your approach to tasks?
  • When did logic feel heavy?
A Different Perspective

Pure logic can ignore emotional truth.

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