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“During any dance to which we surrender with joy, the brain loses it's controlling power, and the heart takes up the reins of the body.” quote by Paulo Coelho
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“During any dance to which we surrender with joy, the brain loses it's controlling power, and the heart takes up the reins of the body.”

Paulo Coelho

About This Quote

Source Book: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, 1988

Joyful surrender to dance lets the heart guide the body, reducing rational control.

In simple terms: Joy frees the heart.

Key Takeaway

Allow emotion to lead in creative acts.

Themes

joy embodiment freedom creativity

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • dance
  • sports
  • artistic performance
  • meditation

Key Concepts

Flow state mind‑body connection

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does intuition override reason?
  • How can you balance heart and mind?
A Different Perspective

Excessive surrender may lead to loss of self‑discipline.

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