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ON THIS WEEK'S EPISODE: JALA – THE WATER ELEMENT IN YOGA & AYURVEDA
Water is life. It nourishes, connects, and flows within and around us. In this episode, we explore Jala Tattva (the water element) as part of our series on the five great elements (Pancha Mahabhuta).
KEY CONCEPTS COVERED
The meaning and qualities of Jala – liquid, unctuous (snigdha), cool, soft, and flowing
The personification of water as Varuna Deva, the compassionate guardian and judge of the oceans
How imbalance in water shows up – from emotional overwhelm and fluid retention to dryness and disconnection
Yogic practices to cultivate balance in water: fluid asana, cooling pranayama (like Shitali), and meditation on the crescent moon
Ayurvedic tips for hydration, from drinking living water to self-oil massage (abhyanga)
This episode is both philosophical and deeply practical, helping you weave the nourishing qualities of water into your yoga practice and daily life.
TEXTUAL SOURCES REFERENCED
Gheranda Samhita (Chapter 3: Dharanas on the elements)
Yogic association of Jala with Svadhishthana Chakra
Ayurvedic concepts of Snigdha (unctuousness) and Kapha dosha
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