Connected to the manamaya and vijnanamaya koshas, the gunas are three states of mind that give us our sense of self and individualism; an awareness of the gunas can help calm the chitti vritti in the mind and be in a sattvic state. Practicing the yamas and niyamas, particularly svadhyaya, support the balance of the gunas as well as mediation. 

The koshas are where the effects of soul care are felt—through mindfulness, meditation, prana, chakras, and much more. While the subtle energy of the koshas may seem mystical or cosmic, they represent real, tangible experiences—it’s where yoga truly happens.