The practice of asanas purges the body of its impurities, bringing strength, firmness, calm, and clarity of mind.

It is through the body that everything comes to the mind. It is through and with your body that you have to reach realization of being a spark of divinity. How can we neglect the temple of the spirit?

The battle of yoga is with the body and with the ego. You must conquer your ego, or small self, so that you can let your soul, your big Self, be victorious.

The primary aim of yoga is to restore the mind to simplicity, peace, and poise, to free it from confusion and distress.

When you are practicing, do not just do that for the sake of doing. Learn to reflect while you are practising. Make your mind and brain observe and relearn what you are doing. Doing is mechanical; learning is dynamic.

Spirituality is not some external goal that one must seek, but a part of the divine core of each of us, which we must reveal.

Do not allow past experiences to be imprinted on your mind. Perform asana each time with a fresh mind and with a fresh approach.