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Adoration Quote by Dharma Mittra

“It's a mistake to expect benefits from any pose. Expectations make you restless because if you fail to get what you expect, you feel miserable. Yoga practice is an act of adoration to the Lord. You do it because it has to be done. If you have this mental attitude, your selfishness disappears and…” quote by Dharma Mittra
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“It's a mistake to expect benefits from any pose. Expectations make you restless because if you fail to get what you expect, you feel miserable. Yoga practice is an act of adoration to the Lord. You do it because it has to be done. If you have this mental attitude, your selfishness disappears and the benefits come.”

Dharma Mittra

About This Quote

Source Book: Yoga for a Better Life by Dharma Mittra, 1995

Expectations create anxiety; practicing yoga without desire fosters humility and true benefit.

In simple terms: Let go of expectations to enjoy yoga fully.

Key Takeaway

Release expectations, embrace pure practice.

Themes

mindfulness humility spirituality health

Mood

calm reflective

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • daily yoga
  • stress relief
  • spiritual growth
  • meditation practice

Key Concepts

non‑attachment self‑lessness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What expectations limit your practice?
  • How can you cultivate self‑lessness?
A Different Perspective

Some may find it hard to detach from desired outcomes.

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