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. 

Nadi Shodhana, a foundational pranayama practice, is a breathing technique that uses prana to restore balance to the mind. Commonly known as alternate nostril breathing, the practice involves alternating the breath between the right and left nostrils, using the fingers to gently close one nostril at a time.

The chakras are interwoven through the physical, subtle, and causal bodies and form a foundational part of yogic philosophy. Energy workers have been exploring the mechanics of subtle energies since the Kundalini Upanishad, and now academic research is expanding this knowledge, highlighting the benefits and necessity of subtle energy medicine techniques.

Sound bathing offers a unique way to practice mindfulness. Even when your mind wanders, a new sound can bring you back to the moment and your breath.