EP 21: Balance Your Body and Mind with This Ancient Ayurvedic Principle - The Gunas
In this episode of The SELF (R)EVOLUTION Podcast, host Breanna Rae Blaney introduces one of Ayurveda’s most powerful (yet simple) tools for restoring harmony in your body and mind: the 20 Gunas - the pairs of qualities that govern all things in nature.
Breanna breaks down how the Ayurvedic principle of “like increases like, opposites bring balance” can help you intuitively manage anxiety, burnout, anger, and lethargy.
You’ll learn how to start tuning into your body, identifying imbalances, and using opposites (heat vs. cool, light vs. heavy, dry vs. oily) to bring yourself back into alignment physically, emotionally, and energetically.
Whether you're new to Ayurveda or seeking practical tools to feel more grounded, vibrant, and in tune with your true self, this episode will empower you to bring balance back into your everyday life.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- What the 20 Gunas are and how they affect your body and mind
- The foundational Ayurvedic rule: “Like increases like, opposites balance”
- How to manage anxiety, burnout, and lethargy with food, movement, and intention
- Simple ways to feel more energized, grounded, and emotionally balanced
- How to use your environment and daily choices to return to harmony
Plus: Download a free Gunas chart to support your daily energy balance (linked here: https://bit.ly/43x5AQj)
00:00 Introduction to the Self Revolution Podcast
00:33 Exploring Intuitive Tools for Body Balance
00:51 Understanding the Concept of Gunas
01:11 The 20 Gunas: Pairs of Qualities
01:21 Qualities in the Universe and Our Bodies
02:06 Interconnectedness of Mind, Body, and Spirit
02:38 Fundamental Principle: Like Increases Like, Opposites Balance
03:32 Balancing Anxiety with Opposing Qualities
05:32 Cooling Down Fiery Aggravation
06:47 Overcoming Lethargy with Movement and Light Foods
07:46 The 20 Gunas: Detailed List
08:26 Practical Application of Gunas in Daily Life