the pranamaya kosha is known as the energy sheath and in Sanskrit Prana means life force Maya means made of and koser means sheath so this is the layer made up of Life Force energy that flows through us giving us vitality and connecting the body and mind it's closely linked to our breath because Prana moves through the breath even though we can't see this energy we can feel it like when we're energized or drained to keep the pranamaya koser balanced PR practices like pranayama breath work mindful breathing and even spending time in nature can help recharge this energy by nurturing this layer we support not only physical health but also emotional and mental well-being