Stress, depression and anxiety are increasingly becoming a part of life for many of us. Being constantly under the pressure of proving yourself amidst tough competition and fighting the endless struggles of life, does it end here? In fact, it only gets worse. Our brain cells create ideas and stress does exactly the opposite, it kills them! It’s like running on a treadmill, you run for hours without getting anywhere. If it’s known to not get us anywhere, why do we let stress take over us, why do we give it the liberty to rule our lives?
The approach of Ayurveda to eliminate the doshas of the mind is unique and aims at using psychological, spiritual and pharmacological methods to root out the disease.
5 Tips from Ayurveda for a Healthy Mind
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- Create a shield against stress. “Abhyanga” or oil massage after selecting the oil according to Prakruti of the subject gives the desired results and nourishes the body and mind. Shirodhara and Shirobasti work like magic when the sessions include serene raga-based music. Specialized massages based on marma (vital points) can put a person to rest immediately by relaxing their mind.
- Getting enough “nidra” or sleep apart from good food has been laid emphasis upon by Ayurveda. You cannot be productive if your brain cells don’t get rest at the right time. Constantly working can disrupt the Pitta and Vata balance and lead to sleep-deprived problems. It also hampers digestion by disturbing the appetite.
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- A regular practice of Yogasanas and Suryanamaskaras (sun salutations) can reduce the stress and anxiety largely. Meditating under the supervision of a well-trained yogi can help you cut down on your stress before it’s too late.
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- Due to the technological advances, we have distanced ourselves from the natural elements of nature. We’ve forgotten the miracles of nature and how it heals us when we stay in sync with it. Simply walking through a rainforest and staying inside a hut or a mud house gives you all the access to nature’s healing vibes and rejuvenates you. Eating fruits after picking them up straight from the tree happens to be one of the best activities in life and one of the few favors that you would be doing on your body.
- If there’s an object or a person that disturbs you frequently, withdraw from it/them. The golden rule is to keep away from anything and everything that comes in your way of achieving your ultimate goal that is going to give you the ultimate happiness. Avoid over-burdening your intellect and senses with something if you feel it is beyond your understanding or if it is not your forte.
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