Understanding the Impact of the Gunas in Ayurveda with Myra Lewin

Ayurveda is Yoga's sister science. Every now & then, I bring Ayurveda guests on the show to highlight key aspects of Ayurveda that impact our every day. In this episode, we're exploring the Gunas & how they impact us on a regular basis with Myra Lewin.

Myra is an Ayurveda & Yoga Teacher with over 30 years of experience. She's an author, podcast host, the head of Hale Pule Ayurveda & a well-recognized leader in the western Ayurvedic community.

Episode highlights.

• What are the Gunas?
• The three primary qualities of the Gunas
• What are the differentiating aspects of the Doshas and the Gunas? 
• Is it possible to have a different Guna in your body and in your mind?
• How food and the environment affect our Guna's balance
• Is the Sattvic state of mind the more desirable Guna?
• Do we need both Rajas and Tamas to be more Sattvic?
• How do we start recognizing our Gunas
• Our emotions and their effect on our Gunas
• How do we tap into our emotions to our advantage?
• The specific practices for each of the Gunas
• The Pranayama practice in connection with the Gunas

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