Body Vs Mind Quotes

No matter where the body is, the mind is free to go elsewhere.

The painter or draftsman ought to be solitary, in order that the well-being of the body not sap the vigour of the mind.

We have rudiments of reverence for the human body, but we consider as nothing the rape of the human mind.

...it is certain that I am really distinct from my body, and can exist without it.

It is the sign of a dull mind to dwell upon the cares of the body, to prolong exercise, eating and drinking and other bodily functions. These things are best done by the way; all your attention must be given to the mind.

You rely too much on brain. The brain is the most overrated organ.

Human beings are divided into mind and body. The mind embraces all the nobler aspirations, like poetry and philosophy, but the body has all the fun.

It is a mark of a mean capacity to spend much time on the things which concern the body, such as much exercise, much eating, much drinking, much easing of the body, much copulation. But these things should be done as subordinate things: and let all your care be directed to the mind.