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“My life hasn't been static - I spent a lot of time in Europe, a lot of time in India. So I traveled around a lot, and I kept moving.”

Quote by Gary Kraftsow

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Gary Kraftsow is a renowned yoga teacher and author. His book 'The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: A New Translation and Commentary' delves into the study and elucidation of yoga philosophy. Details about his life and specific contributions are limited at this time. more

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