Hindi Practices

Question 1

What are the physical signs of tamas?

Answer 1

Fatigue, lethargy, or lack of energy; craving heavy, processed, or stale foods; oversleeping or feeling sluggish even after rest.

Question 2

What are the mental signs of tamas?

Answer 2

Difficulty focusing or making decisions; negative thought patterns like apathy, doubt, or despair; feeling stuck or resistant to change.

Question 3

What are the emotional signs of tamas?

Answer 3

A sense of heaviness or emotional numbness; avoidance of responsibilities or withdrawal from activities; procrastination or escapism.

Question 4

How do you identify tamas in your life?

Answer 4

Reflect on energy levels, emotional states, and daily habits. A persistent lack of vitality or motivation may indicate tamas is predominant.

Question 5

What are the physical signs of mala (impurities)?

Answer 5

Blockages in digestion or sluggishness in the body; sensations of heaviness in areas like the chest or abdomen.

Question 6

What are the mental signs of mala (impurities)?

Answer 6

Persistent negative emotions like anger, jealousy, or fear; ruminating on the past; feeling weighed down by guilt or shame.

Question 7

What are the spiritual signs of mala (impurities)?

Answer 7

Difficulty connecting with your higher self or divine energy; feeling spiritually “stuck” or disconnected.

Question 8

How do you identify mala in your life?

Answer 8

Notice recurring heavy or stagnant emotional/mental patterns. Inner “cloudiness” or a lack of clarity suggests mala.

Question 9

What are the physical signs of granthis (energetic knots)?

Answer 9

Tightness or tension in specific body areas like the chest (heart center), throat, or head; sensations of “stuck energy” that won’t release.

Question 10

What are the emotional signs of granthis?

Answer 10

Difficulty expressing love or vulnerability (Brahma Granthi); over-attachment to material possessions (Vishnu Granthi); resistance to spiritual insights (Rudra Granthi).

Question 11

What are the energetic signs of granthis?

Answer 11

Challenges in experiencing free energy flow during meditation, yoga, or breathwork; blockages at specific chakra points.

Question 12

How do you identify granthis in your life?

Answer 12

Pay attention to where energy feels blocked during practices like meditation or pranayama. For example, tension in the heart during emotional processing may indicate a granthi.

Question 13

What are effective steps to diagnose tamas, mala, or granthis?

Answer 13

1. Self-reflection through journaling about thoughts, emotions, and habits.
2. Body awareness through yoga or body scans to detect tension.
3. Meditation and mantra to highlight blockages.
4. Guidance from spiritual teachers or energy healers.

Question 14

How can the gunas help diagnose these states?

Answer 14

Notice if energy feels heavy (tamas), overly active (rajas), or balanced and clear (sattva). Adjust practices to cultivate sattva for harmony.

Question 15

What are transformative practices for tamas?

Answer 15

1. Engage in movement like yoga or walking.
2. Eat fresh, light, and nourishing foods.
3. Practice grounding techniques like nature walks or sun exposure.

Question 16

What are transformative practices for mala?

Answer 16

1. Practice kriyas like breathwork or neti cleansing.
2. Purify emotions through forgiveness and letting go.
3. Chant mantras or meditate to release spiritual impurities.

Question 17

What are transformative practices for granthis?

Answer 17

1. Use pranayama to clear energy pathways (e.g., Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati).
2. Practice heart-opening exercises for emotional release.
3. Focus on surrendering attachments and cultivating trust in spiritual practices.