Sattva, Rajas, Tamas (gunas)

Three fundamental qualities (gunas) of mind and nature in Vedic philosophy: Sattva (purity, clarity, harmony), Rajas (activity, passion, restlessness) and Tamas (inertia, heaviness, darkness). The mental balance sought by Ayurveda leans toward Sattva. Palace retreats orchestrate sattvic food, meditation and a calmed rhythm to cultivate this quality in their guests.