Mental Constitution
Vedic philosophy classifies human temperaments into three basic qualities:
- Satva
- Rajas
- Tamas
Satvic Mental Constitutions
The people in whom satvic qualities predominate are religious, loving, compassionate and pure minded.
They have good manners, behavior and conduct. They do not get easily upset or angry.
Although they work hard mentally, they do not get mental fatigue. They are creative, humble and respectful of their teachers. Worshiping God and humanity, they love all and care for people.
Rajas Mental Constitutions
The people in whom rajas qualities predominate are egoistic, ambitious, aggressive, proud, competitive, and have a tendency to control others.
They like power, prestige, position, and are perfectionists. They are hard working people, but are lacking in proper planning and direction.
Emotionally, they are angry, jealous, ambitious. They have a fear of failure, are subject to stress, and soon lose their mental energy.
They are loving, calm and patient only as long as their self interests are served. They are good, loving, friendly and faithful only to those who are helpful to them. Their activities are self- centered .
Tamas Mental Constitutions
The people in whom tamas qualities predominate are less intelligent. They tend towards depression, laziness, and excess sleep, even during the day.
A little mental work tires them easily. They like jobs of less responsibility, and they love to eat, drink, sleep and have sex.
They are greedy, possessive, attached, irritable, and do not care for others
