What is Sattva

What is Sattva? 

The nature of consciousness is pure, undisturbed Sattva. The word Sat may be translated as “to be,” which makes Sattva simply a state of pure being. Simple as Newton’s apple growing on a tree. Our mind, however, is a complex instrument designed to comprehend the internal self, and the external environment, and to ultimately bridge the two.  

 Our thoughts and desires move through the mental field, but balanced consciousness sees them for what they are, and discerns when to act and when to remain still — without angst, anxiety, or regret. Our Sattvic mind is an unbiased observer, not troubled by agenda or craving. 

Untroubled by agendas or cravings, doesn’t that sound nice? I’ll take two! The thing is, the guns are always acting upon one another, and this dynamic dance is what makes the world go round, and allows for creativity and change. 

I’ll be teaching a 5-day retreat this May @kripalucenter on Sattvic Living.