There must be relaxation in full extension.

Where does the body end and the mind begin? Where does the mind end and the spirit begin? They cannot be divided as they are inter-related and but different aspects of the same all-pervading divine consciousness.

This practice of yoga is to remove the weeds from the body so that the garden can grow.

How can you know God if you don't know your big toe?

A yogi's brain extends from the bottom of the foot to the top of his head

One day you too may experience what I have experienced. So right away go and practise.

I also say with backbends, you have to be cautiously bold. Not carelessly bold. You have to descend to the dictation of the spine. You cannot command from the brain to do the poses. As you play with a child, guarding the child from injuries, similarly you have to play in backbends, guarding your spine.