The Kosha Architecture
The human being is a series of nested densities. Recognition begins when we identify which layer is currently holding the wound.
| Kosha (Layer) | Density / Domain | Core Element | Window of Emergence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annamaya | Physical / Somatic | Earth | Birth → 3 Years |
| Pranamaya | Energetic / Vital | Water/Air | 3 → 7 Years |
| Manomaya | Mental / Emotional | Air/Fire | 7 → 14 Years |
| Vijnanamaya | Intuitive / Wisdom | Fire/Ether | Adulthood / Awakening |
| Anandamaya | Bliss / Non-Dual | Pure Consciousness | The Threshold |
Vayu-Wound Mapping
Prana does not merely flow; it directs. When a Vayu is disturbed, it creates a specific psychological wound that mirrors the movement of the breath.
The outward-diffusing breath. When constricted, it manifests as a fundamental lack of safety, systemic anxiety, and the inability to occupy space.
The downward-moving breath. When blocked, it manifests as a deep sense of inherent "wrongness," disconnection from the root, and somatic repression.
The central-balancing breath. When disrupted, it manifests as an inability to integrate experiences, chronic self-judgment, and a fragmented core.
The Temporal Filter
The timing of the wound is as critical as the wound itself. We map these disturbances against the Jyotish dasha cycles to determine when the window for recognition is most open.
Enter the Mirror