Category: Ritual
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The Healing Power of Rituals in Times of Grief
Losing a loved one can be one of the most challenging experiences in life. It can be an emotionally, physically, and mentally draining process that can take a toll on even the strongest of us. However, over time, we come to learn that the grieving process is a natural and essential part of life, and…
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Enhancing Vyadhiksamatwam: Understanding Ayurvedic Immunity
The concept of Vyadhiksamatwa is critical to our understanding of immunity, as outlined in Ayurveda. Enhancing Vyadhiksamatwa involves a holistic approach that takes into account our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. By adopting Ayurveda principles in our day-to-day life, we can enhance our innate and acquired immunity, prevent diseases, and lead healthy and prosperous…
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Pranayama: The Fourth Limb of Yoga
Pranayama is an essential aspect of yoga and helps to regulate the flow of vital energy within the body. If practiced regularly, pranayama is known to provide numerous benefits, including stress reduction, increased lung capacity, and clarity of mind.
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Allergies and Ayurveda
The practice of Ayurveda recognizes that there are many causes for allergies, one of the main reasons being the accumulation due to ama (toxic buildup from improperly digested foods). This combined together in our body with low Ojas (immunity) ~ leads to allergic reactions when it becomes too much.
Michelle Berry 