Arms Quote by B.K.S. Iyengar
“Think light! Try to impart a feeling of lightness to the body. Think light. This can be achieved by mentally extending yourself outwards from the centre of the body, i.e., think tall. Think not just of raising your arms but of extending them outwards and when you are holding them still, think again of reaching still further away from your body. Do not think of yourself as a small compressed suffering thing. Think of yourself as graceful and expanding - no matter how unlikely it may seem at the time.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Lightness of Being, 1975, Yoga teaching
Visualizing lightness expands the body and mind, fostering grace and freedom beyond perceived limits.
In simple terms: Imagine lightness to feel graceful and expansive.
Key Takeaway
Practice mental expansion for physical ease.
Themes
yoga
mind‑body
visualization
well‑being
growth
Mood
calm
motivated
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- yoga practice
- stress relief
- performance
- rehabilitation
Key Concepts
embodiment
mental imagery
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you apply lightness in daily tasks?
- What limits your sense of expansion?
A Different Perspective
Visualization alone may not change physical constraints.
