Dharamshala: In a serene corner of the Himalayas, where silence speaks louder than chaos, the Z Meditation Centre in Dharamshala is becoming a haven for those seeking clarity, inner peace, and purposeful living. At the heart of this spiritual awakening is meditation coach Ajay Kapoor, who believes that self-awareness is the first and most crucial step toward personal transformation.
Kapoor, an experienced guide in the field of silent meditation and self-inquiry, explains that each individual operates under the influence of three fundamental qualities—Sattva (purity and balance), Rajas (action and desire), and Tamas (inertia and ignorance). These three “gunas,” rooted in ancient yogic philosophy, shape our thoughts, habits, and ultimately our destiny.
“Your daily habits—how you think, eat, speak, and react—reveal which guna dominates your life,” says Kapoor. “If you’re constantly restless, craving stimulation and achievement, Rajas is at play. If you feel dull, lazy, or uninspired, Tamas might be leading. And if your mind is calm, compassionate, and content, Sattva is the dominant force.”
According to Kapoor, meditation is not just a practice to relieve stress—it is a mirror that reflects one’s internal state. Through silent reflection, breath awareness, and mental stillness, individuals can recognize which guna influences their behavior and learn to shift from negativity toward a more balanced and joyful state.
“Self-awareness is the key to transformation,” he emphasizes. “Once you recognize the grip of Rajas or Tamas on your mind, it becomes easier to loosen that grip. With continued awareness, positivity and balance emerge naturally. You don’t have to fight negativity—it simply dissolves.”
Kapoor’s teachings are drawing individuals from around the world to Dharamshala, eager to break free from the patterns of stress, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion. His retreats at Z Meditation Centre focus on cultivating mindfulness, disciplined living, and understanding the deeper layers of the mind.
“True meditation is not escape,” he adds, “it is awakening—awakening to who you are, what drives you, and how to live in harmony with yourself and others.”
As more people seek answers in an increasingly chaotic world, coaches like Ajay Kapoor and spaces like Z Meditation Centre are proving to be vital sanctuaries of transformation—starting not from the outside, but from within.
S Gopal Puri
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