Sattva Yoga Society
Yoga and Pure livingWHAT IS SATTVIK LIVING?
“Sattva” is an ancient Sanskrit term that means harmony, clarity, and balance.
The three attributes (gunas) – Sattva, Rajas and Tamas exist intrinsically in all things in nature (and in the mind). Sattvik, or pure, is the ideal state of mind because a person with this quality is calm, alert, kind, and thoughtful. A person whose mind is predominantly Rajasik (too active/dynamic) always seeks diversions (incessant activity). The Tamasik mind is a dull, lethargic mind steeped in laziness and ignorance.
Eating sattvik food and following a sattvik lifestyle was (and still is) according to Ayurveda, a major goal in the pursuit of optimal physical and mental health. This concept of healthy eating and healthy living that existed thousands of years ago in India is remarkably relevant today!
Om Shanti Shanti Shanti.
References: Mr Gary Gran (USA), Ayurvedic Cooking for All (Amadea Morningstar), Yoga for promotion of Positive Health (Dr R Nagarathna, Dr HR Nagendra)
