Backbends Quote by B.K.S. Iyengar
“Backbends are to be felt more than expressed. The other postures can be expressed and then felt. Like in meditation each person has to feel backbends.”
About This Quote
Source Yoga Manual, 1979
Advocates feeling backbends internally before expressing them, unlike other poses.
In simple terms: Feel backbends before showing them.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize internal sensation.
Themes
yoga
mind‑body
meditation
Mood
calm
focused
Type
instructional
reflective
When to use this quote
- yoga class
- personal practice
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
backbends
body awareness
inner feeling
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you deepen sensation in backbends?
- What adjustments help you feel before moving?
A Different Perspective
Physical limits may hinder feeling.
