Breaths Quote by B.K.S. Iyengar
“Mind is the king of the senses; breath is the king of the mind; and the nerves are king of the breath.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Light on Yoga, 1966
The mind, breath, and nerves are interlinked hierarchies governing perception and control.
In simple terms: Mind, breath, nerves are connected.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate awareness of their hierarchy.
Themes
mindfulness
physiology
spirituality
Mood
calm
focused
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- stress management
- physical therapy
Key Concepts
neuroscience
pranayama
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this hierarchy affect daily stress?
- Can you train each component separately?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on hierarchy may ignore individual variance.
