Ayurveda recognizes the individuality of body and mind. According to classical texts from Ayurveda–a 5000-year-old body of knowledge–the combined state of body, mind, senses, and soul is what makes life. It is intriguing how these ancient Ayurvedic texts make distinctive mention of mental disorders, their symptoms, and treatments that bear similarities with the lines of …
Panchakarma for Anxiety, Depression, and Chronic Stress Read More »
Stress, as we all are experiencing, is not one size fits all. Understanding the levels of the mind (i.e. Ayurveda’s model of the mind: Chitta, Buddhi, Manas, Ahamkara), observing how we engage in the world, and how we digest our own life experiences can be informative tools in cultivating a personal journey towards resiliency. Not …
As the world reports more COVID-19 outbreaks, it’s important to recognize that just stress alone can weaken one’s immune system. This can make make one more susceptible to pathogen infections such as viruses, bacteria, or other microorganisms that can cause disease. During this time of vulnerability, we must commit to intentional practices that bolster our resiliency …
It is Ojas which keeps all living beings nourished and refreshed. There can be no life without Ojas… —Charaka Samhita. The Sanskrit word ojas can be translated to vigor, bodily strength, vitality and water. It is the essential energy of the body, “the fluid of life”, one of the three vital essences (prana, tejas, and …
The dreaded “spring forward” time change—how can losing one hour mess so much with your body’s 24-hour natural cycle? Just like animals, our bodies function on a circadian rhythm. Our body is in its most natural circadian rhythm when it rises and sets with the sun. It’s thrown off balance when the time is adjusted, …
As a culture, we Americans tend to have trouble focusing on the present, and it’s no wonder. Life is complicated enough without 400 channels to choose from, laptops, cell phones, GPS, PlayStation and Xbox Games, etc. Then there’s the pressure to have the right house in the right neighborhood and the right car in the …
December is the official start of the winter season in the Northern Hemisphere. When viewed through the Ayurvedic lens, December (winter) is a season for rest, reflection, and preparation for the rising new year. Unfortunately, our modern-day season is mindlessly weaved with stress, busyness, overindulgence, and exhaustion. The increased demands (physical, emotional, social, financial, and …
No matter how healthy or fit you might be, you can’t escape the occasional discomfort of indigestion. We all experience it from time to time—especially around the holiday season. While digestive disturbances like bloating, cramping, or constipation are relatively minor, you don’t have to endure the discomfort. Besides, chronic constipation and frequent indigestion can give …
Yoga for Digestion: 7 Poses To Calm Your Stomach and Give You Energy Read More »
For those of us in the Northeast US, and anywhere with heavy snowfall, navigating through the “Dog Days” of winter is tough enough without adding a low-back strain or injury to the mix. Prevention: The best way to avoid injury is to avoid the shoveling if you can 🙂 If you have to shovel, Here are …
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