The acquirement and enjoyment of physical well-being, mental calm and spiritual peace are priceless to their possessors if there be any such so fortunate living among us today. However, it is the ideal to strive for, and in our opinion, it is only through Contrology that this unique trinity of a balanced body, mind, and spirit can ever be attained.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Pilates argues that physical, mental, and spiritual well-being are ideal states attainable through his method of Contrology.
- In plain terms
- A balanced body, mind, and spirit are valuable and can be achieved through specific exercise.
- What can you take from it?
- Strive for holistic health through disciplined physical practice.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does balance mean to you personally?
- How do you currently nurture your spirit?
Another view
The claim that Contrology is the only path to this trinity is subjective and unproven.
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