The Art of Energetic Balance

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Balancing the 3 main Prana Vayus

What Are the Prana Vayus?

Prana is life force, the subtle energy that animates your breath, thoughts, digestion, and vitality.

Vayu means “wind” or “movement.”

The Prana Vayus describe the five ways energy moves inside your body.

Today, we focus on three of the most influential:

• Prana Vayu - the upward, receiving current
• Apana Vayu - the downward, releasing current
• Samana Vayu - the integrating, balancing current

When these three are balanced:
• You feel steady.
• Clear.
• Grounded.
• Energised, but not scattered.

When they are not:
• Energy rises into the head.
• You feel anxious or depleted.
• Or heavy and stuck.

PRANA VAYU

Direction: Upward
Location: Heart & lungs
Quality: Expansion / Inspiration

Prana Vayu governs how you receive life.

It moves energy upward from the breath into the heart and mind.

Balanced Prana feels:
• Open
• Inspired
• Clear
• Compassionate

Imbalanced Prana feels:
• Scattered
• Anxious
• Overthinking
• Shallow breathing

APANA VAYU

Direction: Downward
Location: Pelvis & lower belly
Quality: Grounding / Elimination

Apana governs release.

It helps you let go of waste, toxins, emotions, and mental impressions.

Balanced Apana feels:
• Stable
• Grounded
• Safe
• Clear in boundaries

Imbalanced Apana feels:
• Unsettled
• Heavy
• Low mood
• Digestive stagnation

SAMANA VAYU

Direction: Inward (toward center)
Location: Navel
Quality: Integration / Assimilation

Samana is the mediator. It balances the upward and downward currents. It digests food and experiences.

Balanced Samana feels:
• Focused
• Steady
• Strong digestion
• Clear decision-making

Imbalanced Samana feels:
• Overwhelm
• Poor digestion
• Mental overload
• Difficulty integrating learning

JOURNAL PROMPTS

1. When my energy rises upward excessively, I notice…
2. When my energy feels heavy or stuck, I notice…
3. What helps me feel grounded?
4. What helps me feel inspired?
5. What would balanced energy feel like in my life right now?

Ground to Grow ~ A Ganesha Sādhana

If you’re ready to practice this as a complete, guided path asana + pranyayama + kriya + mudra + mantra + yoga nidra + Japa + daily rhythm + integration, you’re invited into:

Ground to Grow ~ A Ganesha Sādhana
Clear obstacles. Ground and soothe your energy. Begin again with steadiness.