Comments on: The 3 Gunas of Nature (Sattva, Rajas and Tamas) https://www.yogabasics.com/learn/the-3-gunas-of-nature/ Online Yoga Resource and News Tue, 26 Sep 2023 04:15:03 +0000 hourly 1 By: Andrew Martinez https://www.yogabasics.com/learn/the-3-gunas-of-nature/#comment-73733 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 04:15:03 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress5/?p=395#comment-73733 The fact that gunas cannot be separated or removed but can be acted upon consciously is a powerful reminder that we have control over our own well-being. Remembering to practice self-observation and discernment rather than reacting impulsively to life events can help us maintain sattvic balance and purpose.

]]> By: Ava Reynolds https://www.yogabasics.com/learn/the-3-gunas-of-nature/#comment-73072 Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:56:01 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress5/?p=395#comment-73072 The Bhagavad Gita quote about rising above the gunas and attaining enlightenment is so powerful. I’m definitely going to check out the yoga quiz to find out what my primary guna is!

]]> By: Kerrie https://www.yogabasics.com/learn/the-3-gunas-of-nature/#comment-72622 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 13:09:28 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress5/?p=395#comment-72622 The ultimate goal of a yogi is to transcend their identification with the gunas and be unattached to the ups and downs of life. Easier said than done, but worth striving for! 🙏

]]> By: Noah Anderson https://www.yogabasics.com/learn/the-3-gunas-of-nature/#comment-71995 Sat, 05 Aug 2023 06:12:33 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress5/?p=395#comment-71995 I find it interesting that the mind’s predominant guna can act as a lens that affects our perception of the world. It makes sense that if our mind is in a rajasic state, we’ll see everything as chaotic and demanding. Self-observation and discernment are key!

]]> By: Emma Rodriguez https://www.yogabasics.com/learn/the-3-gunas-of-nature/#comment-71932 Thu, 03 Aug 2023 06:37:05 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress5/?p=395#comment-71932 I can see how being aware of the gunas can be like having a GPS for life. It helps us make choices that lead to Sattva, the ultimate goal for yogis – a state of harmony, joy, and intelligence. Who wouldn’t want more of that in their lives? Sign me up!

]]> By: Mia Clark https://www.yogabasics.com/learn/the-3-gunas-of-nature/#comment-71485 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 16:19:52 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress5/?p=395#comment-71485 I’m curious to find out what my primary guna is! I’ll definitely check out the yoga quiz mentioned in the article. It’s interesting to learn how the mind’s predominant guna can affect our perception of the world around us.

]]> By: Abigail B https://www.yogabasics.com/learn/the-3-gunas-of-nature/#comment-70793 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 09:38:11 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress5/?p=395#comment-70793 this article has made me more aware of the subtle influences of the Gunas in my life and the world around me.

]]> By: V Razdan https://www.yogabasics.com/learn/the-3-gunas-of-nature/#comment-70598 Tue, 27 Jun 2023 23:49:41 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress5/?p=395#comment-70598 In reply to Adam Bernstein.

All static things and animals have inherent tamas gunas (ref: Shiv Purana)
All human beings have inherent rajas gunas (ref: Shiv Purana)
All deities (devas) have inherent satvik gunas (ref: Shiv Purana)

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