Feb 23, 2020 | Ayurvedic Diet
I often get quizzical looks when I start an introductory lecture on Ayurveda with the comment that “the three doshas are not body types.” Vata, Pitta and Kapha are certainly foundational to every aspect of Ayurvedic theory and practice and understanding...
Feb 28, 2014 | Ayurveda and the Mind, Spiritual Topics
Acceptance In both Yogic philosophy and practice, developing equanimity of mind is central to the practice of meditation. Through our practice we can observe that the mind is either constantly attracted towards the objects of the senses, or it has aversion to them....
Feb 7, 2014 | Ayurveda and the Mind, Spiritual Topics
Life undoubtedly will present us with many challenges, but it seems that over time, we learn to accept things. The resiliency of spirit somehow gives us the ability to accept almost anything, in time. When we make an effort to show up everyday to practice meditation,...
Nov 4, 2013 | Ayurveda and the Mind, Ayurvedic Therapies
Panchakarma ~ Detoxification & Rejuvenation by Vishnu Dass Ayurveda, the ancient “Science of Life,” is one of the oldest forms of health care in the world. It is a holistic science that places great emphasis on prevention and aims at bringing about and...
Oct 13, 2013 | Spiritual Topics, Yoga Therapy
Self-Inquiry Meditation – Atma Vichara Healing the Spirit Everyone can heal, no matter what the state of physical state of health and the practice of meditation is one of the most valuable medicines. Some might say that that goal of meditation is already our...