People say that steadiness of mind is an end; no, it is a…
“People say that steadiness of mind is an end; no, it is a beginning. I am there; I can explain everything up to that point. Then I struggle to discover what comes after, so this steadiness is not an end, it is the beginning and the instrument.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Yoga Philosophy Lecture, B.K.S. Iyengar, 1975
Steadiness of mind is not a final goal but a starting point that enables further exploration and growth.
In simple terms: Mental steadiness is a beginning, not an end.
Key Takeaway
Use mental steadiness as a foundation for deeper inquiry.
Themes
mindfulness
growth
exploration
Mood
calm
motivational
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- creative problem solving
- career planning
Key Concepts
Resilience
foundation
learning
Questions to Reflect On
- What does steadiness enable you to pursue?
- How do you move beyond mental stability?
A Different Perspective
Steadiness can become complacency if not challenged.