AYURVEDIC LIFESTYLE
PERFECT HEALTH
A powerful regime of Ayurvedic Practices and techniques
“Our health is mostly influenced by the food we eat, our way of thinking, our relationship towards ourselves and the world, and the influence of the environment”
Swami Maheshwaranda
Ayurveda is one of the world's oldest systems of natural medicine, originating in the region of India thousands of years ago. Ayurveda means "the science of life " (Ayus = life, veda = science or knowledge ) Ayurvedic Lifestyle principles are underpinned by knowing your individual Mind, Body type - Dosha, and is a consciousness based approach to health , taking into account all aspects of our life, helping us to restore homeostasis/ balance in our mind, body and spirit .
The purpose of Ayurveda is to help us return to our natural state of health, balance, and wholeness.
It takes into account the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of the person, as well as their unique constitution (prakriti), environment (desha), age (kala), season (ritu) and lifestyle (ahara-vihara
You are a part of nature, and subject to the same laws of nature as everything else. “As is the macrocosm so is the microcosm”.
With awareness of, and sensitivity to your true nature, Ayurveda gives you the tools , understanding and knowledge to live in alignment to your natural state of order (balance/homeostasis).
Recognize and respond to states of disorder (imbalance), in the mind-body which left unchecked, has the capacity to manifest disease.
The Three Doshas
Mind Body Constitutions
According to Ayurveda health is a state of balance among these three doshas, while disease is a result of their imbalance. Ayurveda aims to restore the harmony of the doshas.
Individual Mind-Body Constitution
Prakruti
Individual constitution - determined at conception.
All three doshas are present in everyone, but one or two typically predominate.
Vikruti
Current state of balance - now!
Reflects imbalances that are influenced by experiences and choices.
Maintaining balance is essential to health
Five Elements
Building blocks of nature that make up everything we perceive through our senses.
These exist both within us and in the world around us.
•Space (AKASHA) – Potential
•Air (VAYU) – Change
•Fire (TEJAS) – Transformation
•Water (JALA) – Cohesiveness
•Earth (PRITHIVI) – Form/Protection
The Three Doshas
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Vata - Air and Space
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Pitta - Fire and Water
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Kapha - Earth and Water
The Mind Body Constitutions
•Vata
•Pitta
•Kapha
•Vata-Pitta or Pitta-Vata
•Pitta-Kapha or Kapha-Pitta
•Kapha-Vata or Vata-Kapha
•Vata-Pitta-Kapha or Tri-Doshic
Want to know your Dosha? Take the Quiz
The physical world, including our body, is a reflection of our perceptions, thoughts, and feelings
Our body is dynamic and constantly transforming. We are not static physical machines that have learned manufactured thoughts, emotions, and ideas. Rather, we are a network of intelligence in dynamic exchange with everything that surrounds us
How does Ayurveda help?
Treating imbalance by using appropriate methods such as diet, lifestyle, herbs, massage, yoga, meditation, and panchakarma.
·Observing the effects of the treatment on the condition and making necessary adjustments if needed.
·Prevention of disease, and healing by maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Enlivening Health .
Where to start?
Implement a daily routine “Dinacharya”
Begin thinking of yourself as a multidimensional being. Notice how awareness expands or constricts.
Become familiar with the dosha qualities and characteristics to bring awareness and notice when imbalances arise. Take steps to restore balance .
Remember there is no “one size fits all” prescription for well-being.
Engage with a Certified Ayurvedic Health Coach.
Ayurveda is a complete healing system that is focused on giving you the tools and practices to created health on a daily basis.
Nutrition & Balancing Dosha
Perfect Health Ayurvedic Lifestyle
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