Also known as the sub-doshas, Ojas, Tejas and Prana are the subtle energies or one can call them the pure essence of the three doshas Kapha, Pitta and Vata respectively. These sub-doshas only portray the positive aspects of the three doshas and are necessary for a human being to live a healthy and balanced life.

OJAS

Ojas is the subtle energy of Kapha dosha and how balanced your Kapha dosha is greatly dependent on the quality of Ojas. Ojas can be defined as the pure essence of the bodily tissues and is responsible for maintaining your immune functions on a cellular level. Ojas is also responsible for maintaining other mental functions including mental endurance and memory, focus and concentration, patience, contentment, peace, and concentration There are two kinds of Ojas – Para Ojas that reside in one’s heart and Apara Ojas that circulate throughout one’s body. A lack of Ojas can result in states of fear, worry, confusion, mental fatigue, memory loss, and dreaminess. On the other hand, excessive Ojas can lead to states of mental dullness, stubbornness, and complacency.

TEJAS

Tejas is the subtle energy of Pitta and how balanced your Pitta dosha is depended on the quality of Tejas. Tejas can be defined as the inner luminosity and fire that is responsible for intelligence, logical reasoning, curiosity, focus, self-discipline, insight, and clarity. A lack of Tejas can lead to states of mental fog, passiveness, bad decision-making, and inability to discriminate. On the other hand, excess Tejas can lead to states of aggression, hate, jealousy, and irritability.

PRANA

Prana is the subtle energy of Vata and how balanced your Vata depends on the quality of Prana. Prana can be defined as the life force that provides vitality & energy. Prana is the source of natural intelligence and regulates all psycho-physical functions pertaining to emotions, feelings and stimulation of senses. Prana is responsible for many bodily functions including digestion, respiration, and circulation. A lack of Prana can lead to states of mental fatigue, and curbed creativity and receptivity. An increase in Prana on the other hand can lead to states of laziness, inattention, impulsivity, neuroticism and impatience.