#174 The Three Guṇas: Understanding the Energies That Shape Our Lives

The ancient Yogic teachings describe three fundamental qualities that shape our experience of life: tamas (inertia), rajas(activity), and sattva (clarity).In this short contemplation, we explore the guṇas not as labels or personality types, but as ever-changing movements within the mind and body. As we learn to recognise these patterns, we can respond with greater wisdom, balance, and presence.If you'd like to dive deeper into this topic, I've created a longer companion video  on Substack, where we continue exploring the guṇas through the lens of Jñāna Yoga, meditation, and everyday life. I'd also love to hear your thoughts over there. If this is a topic you'd like me to unpack further, leave a comment and let's keep the conversation going.Listen/watch the longer video on Substack:https://yogaheartmind.substack.com🙏 Support the podcast and explore the conscious brands I genuinely use and recommend:Red Light Therapy For the best red light technology: infraredi.com.au  Use STUARTWATKINS for a discount.Ayurvedic Bathing Rituals Take your baths to the next level with STEEP Ayurveda — pure, intentional, and deeply restorative.Conscious ClothingThe comfiest, healthiest clothes on the planet: One Golden Thread  Use STUART181 for 18% off.Barefoot FreedomFor grounding, strength, and connection to the Earth: Sole Mechanics  Use WATKINS6162 for 15% off.Sacred AdornmentFor the finest mala beads handcrafted in Bali: Aum Rudraksha  Use WATKINS10 for 10% off.Thank you, as always, for listening and for supporting Yoga Heart Mind. It means a great deal and allows me to continue sharing these conversations each week.With love,Stuart WatkinsSupport the show