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  • Choose the best yoga teacher training in India

    This is one of the most common questions I get asked, so instead of recounting my response 100 times on social media, I thought I should dedicate a whole article to the topic!

    Choosing a yoga teacher coaching seems like a very important decision, and to some level, it is. But when considered against almost anything else in the world, it just isn’t! Don’t overthink this decision too much because, in the end, you want to learn more about yoga and be certified in tech on some level, and almost any teaching will help you know how to teach.

    There’re a few key factors you should think about before making your decision, so, in my opinion, here’s how to choose the best yoga teacher training in India for your needs.

    1.) Training with an instructor you love. I think this is of utmost importance because not only will you be investing a lot of time with whomever you train with, but you’ll likely go from training with a lot of the same teaching features. It’s simple to find out more about our instructors, especially when we start the teaching journey, so don’t be very impressed if you end up using the same language as your teacher. So, do you like the way they teach? Does it motivate you? Is it simple and helpful? Is it genuine? So ensure that you really enjoy training with the teacher you choose.

    2.) Can you afford it? You afford to pay for the yoga seasons, and while I can’t think about how much more value you could get for the fees you pay, many people save from what they have to get it done. If you can’t do it now, don’t be stressed. Just avoid some costly expresses so you can save some cash for the training. There’s no need of being broke and in debts, even if it is in the name of doing something as modest as teaching yoga. Make your decision on when you can do it not just when you want to do it. Painful, but true!

    3.) Gradually, the more you learn is entirely in your hands. Yoga Teacher Training will get the fundamentals under your buckle, but take it from me: 90% of what I teach and what I know about individual anatomy, yoga history, and communication were all obtained through my learning outside of any training. This is not to say that YTTs aren’t useful, because they are. You’ll learn so much and bond hugely with your teacher and with the team you research with, so I definitely think it’s worth it. But, remember: ultimately, you are your own best resource, so don’t think that you can’t learn anything without spending a fortune because it’s basically not real.

    4.) Should it be Yoga Partnership certified? I’m undecided on this. I personally don’t think there’s value in a YA seal of approval, but many studios will not agree with me. If you seriously want to teach in studios, they’ll probably need you to have those coveted characters “RYT” at the end of your name. Just because an exercise is YA certified does not mean that it will provide you with a better chance to learn than another one. Like consistent research and how it’s not actually a precise value of intellect, yoga is not the only value of a teacher’s or studio’s qualifications.

  • Get an awesome yoga teacher training school in India

    Once we have journeyed on our path of yoga for a few years we can start to wonder if teaching yoga may be the next stage for us. Experiencing our own transformation naturally leads to a desire to share this feeling.

    The ancient yogis handed down their teachings and traditions in a Guru/Disciple relationship that often lasted decades before the student was released to become a teacher to others. However, modern lifestyles rarely can accommodate this kind of lengthy immersion. Imagine telling your spouse “I’m off to India to train as a yoga teacher. I’ll be back in 20 years.” Not a viable option for the average person although without a doubt the most thorough way to train.

    Currently there are two main options when choosing to embark on a yoga teacher training program. A long term training spread out over a year or more consisting of a monthly weekend session, or an intensive program whereby you immerse yourself daily for a period of a month or two usually in a location other than your local yoga centre.

    Both options serve as great trainings but not always suitable to your lifestyle. If embarking on a long term training, the up side is that it will allow you to continue your usual daily routine, working and earning a living along side your course. Classes usually are scheduled for weekends, once a month with homework and/or a mandatory public class attendance in between meetings. This can be a useful way to manage a training without much disturbance to your daily life. It is a good way to focus on the process in smaller modules. However, one of the problems with this method is that there is a tendency not to absorb the information fully. This is especially true when maintaining other commitments and family responsibilities. Through our own yoga practice we learn that experience itself is the greatest of teachers. If we are “dipping in” to our training and perhaps letting our daily yoga practice slide due to pressures of family or work we can feel the experience we gain on those weekends slips between the cracks of the rest of our lives.

    It may be that you are the type of person who needs to eliminate distractions in order to fully focus. Perhaps you are looking for a complete life change or have been made redundant from your job. In these cases a yoga teacher training that completely immerses you in the process of practice, training and theory can be a better option. With an intensive, full time course you would be working everyday for 6–8 hours developing your skills as a practitioner as well as learning how to teach and the general theories of yoga philosophy. This kind of course is usually separate from your local yoga school and tends to happen in places that surround you with a peaceful more yoga “authentic” environment. For many people looking to immerse themselves in a yoga teacher training India and other places in Asia are common options. The advantage to this is that your daily focus is fully on the course itself. This can allow each student to absorb the information as the repetition of a daily yoga routine embeds itself in the consciousness.

    Whatever your motivation for deciding to teach, it is a good idea to look into all the options available in yoga teacher training courses. There are a lot of trainings on the market so the choice is pretty big. Think about what will suit your lifestyle and needs before choosing. Being able to manage a family and work may be more important to you while you are training, as teaching may be just something you want to add to your current abilities. Or perhaps stepping out of your usual surroundings and daily habits and immersing yourself in the entire process of yoga is what you need to take you to the next stage on your path. Whatever option you choose yoga teacher training in India can be a very rewarding and life changing experience.

  • Huge choice of yoga teacher training in India

    If you are in the same position as I was two years ago when I decided to take my study of yoga further and train to become a yoga teacher you will probably be finding that you have a huge choice of yoga teacher training in India. How on earth do you make a choice from such a selection? When I made my decision to train I was in a position where I could go anywhere on earth to do it so my first, most obvious limit to choice was removed. I discovered that that made life harder!

    If you are in a situation where you know you want to train and you have to do it in your own country that makes it easier. It is then always a good idea to ask around starting with your yoga teacher to find out how they did their training and with which program. There are different schools of yoga from Asgtanga to Vinyasa and you have probably found a particular approach that you like and feel comfortable about training in. If not: keep looking. There will be a yoga style that is right for you and it is worth finding before you commit to training.

    There are different programmes on offer from 200 hour yoga teacher training in India Certificate level which can all be done in one go at a residential to one where it is spread part-time at weekends over a number of years. This can also help you make your decision if only one of these options will really work with your lifestyle. There are also 500 hour advanced Diploma programmes that incorporate the basic 200 hour Teacher Training but then extend it to different types of yoga and far more in depth information on history, metaphysics, healing approaches that complement yoga, meditation and so on. These programmes can also be done as an intensive or as modules spread over time. Again your lifestyle dictates what will work for you. Also what kind of person you are will play a part as some people love to do things intensely and in depth. Other are more bite sized approach which enables them to learn a bit, try it out, make it their own, then move on to the next bit. This kind of person may well take some years to do a whole 500 hour programme and be a very good teacher for most of that time. It is worth knowing that you need programme in order to be qualified to teach beginners classes in yoga. You can just do that and start working as a teacher as soon as you are qualified — or sooner if you have the opportunity while you train!

    Costs can vary and courses that include a residential element can add up. However it is worth working out how much you would pay in travel costs and food and comparing it before you write off the residential options. They can be surprisingly reasonable but the sums need to be done.

    Finally it is also worth joining in with any yoga schools online forum and asking for some feedback from students about their experiences to get a feel for the kind of thing you could expect and the kind of people you could expect to meet.

  • Yoga Teacher Training is a significant investment

    Deciding to do Yoga Teacher Training is a significant investment of both time and money. Some things to consider as you debate whether to train:

    – Do you have the time? If not, your yoga might become a source of stress and your training won’t be enjoyable

    – Do you actually plan to teach? If so, training is a must. If you just want to deepen your practice, workshops or retreats might be a better option is Oceanic Yoga from yoga teacher training in India.

    – Are you ready to take your own practice to a new level? Most trainings are physically intensive. If you’re sick or injured, it’s probably not the best time to embark on this journey.

    – Are you ready to deal with some of your own personal demons? Yoga training have a way of bringing you face-to-face with your own fears and insecurities, which is wonderful and illuminating if you’re ready and have the time to process everything that comes up.

    Yet ultimately, the decision to become a yoga teacher is a highly personal one and different for everyone.

    I found yoga at a crisis point in my life. Or some might say — yoga found me. I was determined to find something to channel my energy into positive things; things that would uplift and empower me. Yoga was just that. The practice immediately resonated with me — it challenged my strength and flexibility and made me sweat a lot, but more than that, if left me feeling rejuvenated and balanced unlike any other workout. If those are the feelings you have after a yoga work out, yoga teacher training might be for you too.

    Though I was initially drawn to the purely physical aspect of yoga, I realized that I had just scratched the surface of a much deeper, more profound, and utterly transformative practice. After having practiced yoga for only 3 months, I knew I wanted to become a yoga teacher. There was no way that I couldn’t not explore this practice in more depth for myself, but also to be able to share it with others through teaching.

  • Different kinds of yoga teacher certification programs

    If you wish to get into the fitness profession then you can be a yoga teacher as they are quite in demand these days. People have recognized the benefits of different yoga forms and are thus hiring yoga teacher training in India who can train them. However, to be a good teacher you need to get professional yoga training.

    A good yoga teacher certification would help you learn everything about yoga which would increase your knowledge about the same. When you opt for yoga teacher training then it also increases your job opportunities. Many of the institutes offering the yoga course employ the students in their institutes itself.

    If you have a yoga teacher certificate then it increases your business prospects. You can open up your own yoga studio and the students would join it as the certificate would assure them of your credibility. So if you are looking for a career in yoga then a course in yoga Professional training is recommended.

    There are a number of different institutes which offer different kinds of yoga teacher certification programs. When you opt for such a program, be prepared that it would take time and would require a little investment. For a fruitful career, it is best to join a yoga institute that offers certification.

    Earlier the certification courses were not required by teachers but since it is now becoming commercialized, people prefer to opt for a certified and registered yoga teacher. Formal training can help you learn more about this art and about the different kinds of forms and postures.

    You have the option to join online training courses or distance learning programs also wherein you are provided with the material and you have to practice it on your own. Once you clear the examination, you can get your yoga professional certification.

    Alternatively, many institutes take you to exotic locations and teach you everything. You can join such courses and get your certification from there. Another option is to join a studio in your own city which offers regular classes. Once you have gained enough knowledge, you can take Yoga Teacher Training at a professional yoga school in India as well.

  • Good idea to choose a yoga teacher training course in India

    If you are just beginning a yoga teacher training program, you may be concerned about the level of knowledge that you should have before the training begins. However, there is no need to worry if you don’t know your capitulum from your clavicle or your pranayama from plain old yama. Any respectable yoga teacher training course will cover yoga history, philosophy, anatomy, physiology, asana, aryuveda, meditation, breathing techniques, pranayama, Sanskrit, dialogue sessions, and practice teaching.

    If you know that one or more of these subjects are near and dear to your heart than I suggest seeking out a school that has a focus on that particular aspect of yoga. Some of the more popular yoga styles are Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Iyengar, Kundalini, Bikram, and ISHTA Yoga.

    The focus of your curriculum in a yoga program will depend on what kind of studio you select. If you’re more concerned with the spiritual side of yoga perhaps a Hatha or Kundalini studio may be right for you. In a Hatha teacher training, you can expect to get a firm knowledge of the basic yoga poses while learning to practice and guide meditations. Kundalini studios will emphasize breathing, meditation, and chanting while challenging you with a few sequences that can be intense.

    If you are interested in more vigorous workout, or perhaps would like to teach in a gym, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, or Bikram may be more to your liking. Vinyasa is a general term used to describe a yoga style that focuses on linking the breath with body movement through a series of poses referred to as a “flow”. Ashtanga is the precursor to what is commonly known as power yoga because of the relentless movement involved in the sequence.

    If you are interested in teaching, it is a good idea to choose a studio that is respected within the yoga community. I would recommend asking to see an old syllabus or manual if the school can provide one. This is a good indicator as to the level of organization and professionalism you will encounter at that studio. They may only allow you to peruse their manual briefly since you are not a student, but you can at least make sure it covers the aforementioned general topics.

    The majority of reputable yoga studios will also spend a good amount of time teaching you about the business side of yoga. This includes but is not limited to ethics of being a teacher of yoga, when and how you need to insure yourself, sound advice on opening your own studio, and ways you can polish up your resume in order to get a job teaching. Last but not least, whether you want to teach or just expand your knowledge, it is a good idea to take your yoga teacher training in India course from Oceanic Yoga school.

  • Why do you take a yoga teacher training in India

    So now you’ve got the yoga bug. You find yourself going to class, or at least wanting to, every day of the week. You wish you had more time with the teachers or could afford private lessons so you could deepen your knowledge of yoga! Then one day, while in your final shavasana, your teacher says, “We’re offering a 200-hour yoga Teacher Training in India next month.” Eureka! The answer to what feels like all of life’s questions ironically comes to you in corpse pose. But the answer of “Yoga Training Training” only leads to more questions. I will attempt to answer some of these questions for you.

    Before you apply to a yoga teacher training course, there are a few things you need to consider. “Why do I want to take a yoga teacher training course?” This question is important as it may effect where you decide to take your course. You may be looking to improve your personal practice, deepen your general knowledge of yoga, or actually become a teacher.

    If you are looking to teach, a good idea may be to talk to teachers whose classes you’ve taken and appreciated. Finding out where they trained and what the program entailed may give you a good idea as to what you need to look for in a yoga teacher training in India.

    You may, however, want to focus on teaching a particular style or segment of the populous. For example, there are yoga studios that specialize in working with children, senior citizens, pregnant women, post-traumatic stress disorder victims, etc. Most schools offer a discounted first class or a “community” class that is usually less expensive than normal. I recommend taking advantage of these opportunities and trying out a few different studios to see if any of the studios or styles are more appealing to you. Doing the research online and getting feedback from past teacher training students is also a good idea.

    Depending on your lifestyle and obligations, you may want to take an intensive program that meets more often over a shorter period of time. This may be convenient for you if you have summers off, taking a semester off from school, or in between jobs. If that doesn’t suit you there are also long format training that may meet every other weekend for longer sessions and can last anywhere from 4–6 months.

    Whether long format or intensive, yoga teacher trainings usually require a serious personal commitment. There will be lectures, yoga classes, projects, essays, books to read, and karma yoga. It can seem overwhelming, but is usually more enjoyable and enlightening then you’d think and well worth the process. Just think about why it is that you want to undergo the process, and let your intention guide you through your decision. After you have taken time to consider these things, you will be ready to apply to a yoga teacher training program.

  • Look for a yoga teacher training program in India

    If you have caught the yoga bug, you may want to look into yoga teacher training in India. You only have to have a love of yoga and a desire to participate to start off in a yoga teacher training program. A good program will offer more than just a textbook and memorization exercises. A full body and mind immersion should be included.

    Look for a yoga teacher training program that feels like a natural fit for you. Do they practice the type of yoga that you are interested in? Since there are so many types of specialized yoga techniques, see which one your training program offers. You’ll also want to see how much the training costs. If that’s a consideration for you, work within your budget. You should be able to find a program in every price range.

    A good yoga teacher is healthy in mind and body. She or he looks for ways to help people become their best self. You don’t have to have any formal educational background to become a yoga teacher. You just need to have a passion for spending time instructing people in this age old art form.

    If you are living a lifestyle that meshes well with the yoga lifestyle, you are an ideal candidate. Yoga teachers should aim for optimal health and well-being so they can help others achieve these goals as well. People who go into the field of yoga instruction immerse themselves in every aspect of yoga. There needs to be a balance between knowledge, a joy for yoga and a commitment to the practice.

    Not only will you spend hours in your training on the yoga mat, but also in the classroom. Most certification courses require 200 hours yoga teacher training in India. You’ll need to know about exercise physiology as well as all the specific postures and poses. You’ll need to combine an understanding of art and science. You’ll need to be well versed in anatomy, psychology and philosophy. It’s a comprehensive approach that requires intensive concentrated coursework.

    If you feel you are ready to begin yoga teacher certification, start searching for a program that fits your needs both geographically and financially. You can find them in most states and at all different price ranges.

  • Choose the right Yoga teacher certification programs

    Becoming a Yoga instructor can be a very rewarding career especially if you understand how the Yoga industry works. One interesting thing is that there are many programs that you can choose to train in all over the world. In the US alone there are over 1000 schools to choose from. The variety of programs makes it a bit confusing especially when you are choosing the Yoga programs that you can train in. These simple steps can enable you choose the right Yoga teacher certification programs.

    When you search for a Yoga school in India to take your Yoga teacher training program with, you will want to make sure they are registered with the Yoga Alliance. This is a non-profit group that sets standards for the Yoga industry and helps keep the integrity of the teacher training courses

    The next step is to decide on where to do your studies. Choose a Yoga instructor’s schools that you can attend more affordable. Those schools that are within your city are better since you will save on cost.

    Look at the programs that each school offers and make a decision concerning the one that has the exact programs that you would like to enroll in. There are many schools that can offer you the chance to learn specific Yoga styles Like Bikram, Iyengar or any other type. There are also some schools that make it possible to study for general certifications hence offering you the chance to practice widely. Consider the cost of each school and also their payments schedule and choose the right one that will meet your requirements.

    Ask where the Yoga instructors who will be teaching the course are trained as this are very important. It will also help knowing if they are certified or not. This will enable you have a clear picture of what is to be offered. If you are still not sure about what a certain school offers, you can give it a try by attending one of their sessions before committing yourself fully.

    Teaching Yoga can be very exciting. Taking your Yoga teacher training in India will push and challenge you in many ways. Practicing Yoga is one thing. Teaching it and leading a group of people watching you is another because you will need to be prepared to be in front of a lot of people. So if you are shy or have any issues speaking in front of large groups, then this will be an opportunity for you to overcome this challenge.

  • Which foods are tamasic?

    Sattvic foods are foods that are abundant in Prana- the universal life-force that gives life to all sentient beings in both plant and animal kingdoms. a Sattvic diet means not only vegetarian food, but food rich in Prana ‘life-force like organic fresh fruits and vegetables. It requires avoiding canned and processed food, and foods prepared with chemical fertilizers or sprays. It also means properly prepared fresh foods. Foods prepared with lots of love will add to their Sattvic quality.

    The ancient Ayurvedic criteria for foods to be considered Sattvic were quite simple: foods were grown organically on good rich fertile soil; foods were to be of attractive appearance, and be harvested at the correct time of year. Foods should be whole foods full of life-force and enzymes and be as close as possible as they are in their natural fresh state.

    Today, we need to add to these criteria for Sattva several other modern concerns. Sattvi foods should be grown without pesticides, herbicides, chemical fertilizers, hormones, irradiation or anything unnatural. Modern use of refinement processes and chemical additives, besides actually adding substances to our foods, depletes foods of their Prana ‘life-force’ and hence renders them heavy, impotent and lifeless.

    Sattic foods are nutritive vegetarian foods like organic nuts, seeds, whole grains and oily fruits and vegetables that help build the brain tissue and develop Ojas.

    The Three Gunas

    In the unmanifested Universe, energy has three qualities, known as Gunas, that exist together in equilibrium: Sattva (purity); Rajas (activity, passion, the process of change); and Tamas (darkness, inertia). Once energy takes form, one quality of the three predominates. Thus on an apple tree, some of the fruit is ripe (Sattvic), some ripening (rajasic) and some overripe (tamasic). But no matter which quality prevails, an Element of each of the other two will always be present as well. Most of an individual apple will be ripe, but part will be rotten, even if the naked eye cannot see it, and part will be in the process of changing from one state to the other. The three Gunas encompass all existence, all actions. If a man commits a robbery, the action is basically rajasic but the decision to rob and the motive may be predominantly tamasic, rajasic or Sattvic, according to the situation. In all people one of the three Gunas has superior strength and is reflected in all they do and think. Only in enlightenment are the Gunas completely transcended.

    Ancient Rishis have said you take on the karma of the animal you eat. When you eat meat you are ingesting all the stress hormones released when that animal was killed. The hormones released at death are present in the flesh when you eat it. At a cellular level, your body is getting the message that you are dying.

    One goal and effect of Ayurveda and following a spiritual path is to raise our vibrational levels. Meat has a very low vibration. On a continuum of lower vibrations, fish, chicken, lamb, beef, and finally pork have increasingly lower vibrations and their energy is very dark, dense and congested. Through the centuries it has been observed that vegetarians have a more refined etheric body and brighter aura. A vegetarian whose etheric body is brighter and healthier will generally heal at much faster rate than those who are not vegetarian.

    Ayurvedic Principles

    Everything on Earth has a primary quality (Guna). Anything we hear, smell, see, taste or touch may be classified into the categories of Sattvic, Rajasic or Tamasic.

    BALANCING THE EMOTIONAL BODY WITH FOOD

    In Ayurveda a dietary system was developed by the ancient Masters and Sages thousands of years in working with the mind to help support an individual on a spiritual path that perfected the ancient forms of Yoga and Meditation. It is also the foundation of many healing arts. It has a rich tradition that has been taught, practiced and passed onto many cultures over the world.

    Ayurveda or Sattvic foods all have one thing in common: they are high in Prana (the universal life force). More specifically, Sattvic foods are natural, organically grown, and as unrefined as possible. Modern food processing takes the Prana out of many foods and makes them heavy, impotent, and lifeless- or simply “dead food.”

    Mind balance in Ayurveda means modifying the mind from Tamasic Food or Rajasic to Sattvic state. Choosing those foods and activities that are Sattvic in nature in preference to those that are Rajasic or Tamasic does that. With consistent and dedicated attention to diet, environment and sensory experiences, total mind balance can be achieved.

    It often takes discipline and effort to become Sattvic, but the peace of mind, health, strength and immunity that is obtained from this state of mind makes it worthwhile. However, some rajas and tamas qualities are still required for action and motivation to achieve our goals and inaction, sleep or relaxation (tamas).

    There are three types of foods categorized by their primal essence or nature:

    Tamasic Foods

    Dark, and dull. A tamasic food list benefits neither the mind nor the body. Prana, or energy, is withdrawn, powers of reasoning become clouded and a sense of inertia sets in. The body’s resistance to disease is destroyed and the mind filled with dark emotions, such as anger, jealousy and greed.

    Tamasic foods include meat, poultry, fish, eggs, alcohol and other intoxicants including drugs. Foods that are over-processed, no longer fresh, and/or difficult to digest are Tamasic. Foods that are prepared unconsciously or while the preparer is angry or in a negative mood are also considered Tamasic. If you are interested in vital health and spiritual growth it is best to avoid these foods. Tamasic items include meat, alcohol, tobacco, onions, garlic, fermented foods, such as vinegar, and stale left over food, contaminated or overripe substances. Overeating is also regarded as tamasic. Tamasic food is the unhealthiest food of all.

    Rajasic Foods

    Rajas signifies the “can do” kind of energy. It is the energy, which we need to accomplish, create, and achieve. It represents worldly power and the sex drive. A Rajasic diet is good for “householders” who aspire to maintain a meditative mind but need to live and work in the world as well. It has been recommended by the ancient Rishis teachers that a combination of Sattvic and Rajasic foods for those who practice demanding disciplines such as endurance athletics, martial arts and Kundalini Yoga. They destroy the mind-body equilibrium, feeding the body at the expense of the mind.

    Foods that are very hot, bitter, sour, dry, or salty are rajasic. Too much rajasic food will over stimulate the body and excite strong emotional qualities and passions, making the mind restless and uncontrollable. Rajasic foods include hot substances, such as sharp spices or strong herbs, stimulants, like coffee and tea, meat of animals and fish, eggs, salt and chocolate. Many of the ground foods are Rajasic. Eating in a hurry is also considered rajasic.

    Sattvic Foods

    Sattvic means pure essence. This is the purest diet for a consciously spiritual and healthy life. It nourishes the body and maintains it in a peaceful state. According to Ayurveda, this is the best diet for physical strength, a good mind, good health, and longevity. And it calms and purifies the mind, enabling it to function at its maximum potential. A Sattvic diet thus leads to true health: a peaceful mind in control of a fit body, with a balanced flow of energy between them. They are known to have a very cleansing effect on the body. A Sattvic diet is excellent for those individuals who desire to live a quiet, peaceful and meditative life. Sattvic foods comprise the diet of many sages, yogis and spiritual teachers. These foods are supposed to produce calmness and nobility among men. Eating fruits and vegetables increases one’s magnetism. From what we understand today about diets we are sure that ancient Essenes and Rishis masters saints had a very good idea about food in general and their effect on the body and thinking pattern of man. Expression of the soul is dependent on the body, and the body is dependent on food.

    The Sattvic diet consists of light, soothing, easily digested food. Sattvic signifies the etheric qualities and includes foods such as fruits and vegetables, especially sun foods and ground foods. Many Sattvic foods are sun foods that grow one meter or more above the ground. They have a quickening and lightening effect on the body’s nervous and digestive systems. Ground foods are those foods that grow within one meter of the ground. They draw energy from the earth and are high in nutrients. Sattvic foods include sprouted whole grains, fresh fruit, land and sea vegetables, pure fruit juices, nut and seed milk and cheese, legumes, nuts, seeds, sprouted seeds, honey, and herb teas. Sattvic foods are those foods which do not agitate your stomach at all. According to the diet, the best foods are those that are fresh, which have a balance of all the six tastes and are consumed in moderate portions.

    Becoming Sattvic

    One should focus on work, self-improvement and intellectual or spiritual pursuits. Maintaining a positive nature, demonstrating generosity, kindness, openness, fairness (equality) and forgiveness also increases Sattva Guna. In addition spiritual inclination, faith and belief in the Great Spirit or God, engaging in selfless service or charitable activities help to become Sattvic.

    Nature’s Sattvic Foods

    Fruits

    Apples, Kiwi, Prunes, Apricots, Loquat, Tangerines, Bananas, Lychee, Pomegranate, Cantaloupe, Mango, Papaya, Cherries, Melons, Nectarines, Cranberry, Honeydew, Oranges, Grapefruits, Watermelon, Pineapples, Grapes, Peaches, Plums, Guava, Pears, Persimmon

    Vegetables

    Artichokes, Eggplant, Lettuce, Beets, Mustard, Greens, Asparagus, Daikon, Onions, Endive, Fennel, Maitake, Parsnips, Bok Choy, Peas, Broccoli, Green Beans, Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, Kale, Radishes, Cabbage, Leeks, Lima Beans, Shallots, Carrots, Celery, Spinach, Cauliflower, Chard, Chanterelles, Sprouts, Corn, Squash, Shitake, Mushrooms, Watercress, Turnips, Yams

    Sprouted Whole Grains

    Amaranth, Barley, Buckwheat, Bulgur, Millet, Quinoa, Rice:Basmati, Brown and Wild Rice.

    Oils: Olive, Safflower, Sesame, Sunflower, Garbanzo, Lentils, Mung.

    Spices

    Asafoetida (hing), Coriander, Basil, Cumin, Nutmeg, Black Pepper, Fennel seed, Parsley, Cardamom, Fenugreek, Turmeric, Cinnamon, Cloves, Ginger

    Nut/Seed

    Brazil nuts, Pumpkin seeds, Sunflower seeds, Walnuts

    Milks & Cheese

    Seed milk, Hemp milk, Almond or other nut milk

    Sweetners: Cane juice, Raw honey, Stevia, Fruit Juices, Maple Syrup

    It takes time for the effects of dietary changes to manifest on the mind. Changing our diet may not impact our psychology overnight, but in a period of months can affect it significantly.

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