[28] KARMA YOGA AND TRIGUṆA’S DYNAMICS AS DETERMINANTS FOR MENTAL HEALTH - INDIAN YOGA PHILOSOPHY
How to Cite the Article: Ritika Sharma & Anupma Chandel (2026). Karma yoga and Triguṇa’s dynamics as Determinants for mental health - Indian Yoga Philosophy. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research & Reviews, 5(5),342-358. https://doi.org/10.56815/ijmrr.v5i5.2026.342-358
Abstract
Mental Health has become one of the major concerns in the modern era where different components such as anxiety, stress, emotional stability are affecting the individuals. This study includes an understanding of karma yoga (the path of selfless action) and the three gunas Sattva (balance), Rajas (restlessness), and Tamas (inertia), this literature review examines the understanding of mental health and how the ancient knowledge effect our body, mind and the consciousness. The clarity of mind modifications (citta vṛtti) and emotional equilibrium can be attained by raising the balance of the gunas and karmas. Indirectly, our Karmas affect people mentally, physically, socially and spiritually. This study shows how the karma cycle affects our thoughts, and lifestyle, both of which are the determinants of mental health. The Gunas majorly play a role in our karma (actions). These lessons are in line with contemporary concepts of purpose, mindfulness, and mental health. When combined, they provide a comprehensive strategy for emotional fortitude and inner serenity that is based on age-old spiritual knowledge. This study includes the understanding of karma yoga and Triguṇa’s dynamics for our psychological well- being. The study examines how the predominance and interaction of these gunas influence psychological sate and how the practice of karma yoga can cultivate sattva thereby enhancing mental well- being and to balance Triguṇa’s and adopting the methods of karma yoga that can contribute to positive mental health. The study aims to present Indian philosophy as a practical approach and psychological framework that enhance emotional regulation, self- confidence, self- awareness and overall mental well-being in contemporary life. The aim of this study is to understand the role of karmas and Triguṇa’s play for our psychological well- being.
