In Ayurveda, the heart (Hridaya) is considered as one of the most important organs responsible for maintaining overall health and well-being. The heart is the seat of consciousness (Atman) and plays a crucial role in the circulation of vital life force (Prana) and blood (Rakta) throughout the body. “In Eastern medicine, the heart, and not the brain, is the centre of consciousness. Therefore, any heart condition points to deep-rooted problems of self-identity, emotions and consciousness. “1 Western culture focuses on individual achievement and constant competition, rather than spiritual connection with others, so our hearts are sidelined and often replaced by ego. The lack of exercise and the consumption of fatty, spicy, fried food and lots of meat, typical of European cuisine, also puts a strain on the heart. In Hungary, cardiovascular disease accounted for 49% of deaths in 2019, or 64,000 deaths.2 Primary causes of heart problems include poor diet, stress, lack of exercise and suppr...

Baba Hari Dass, "Babaji," lead an Ayurveda class at Mount Madonna Center for some time wherein he would share teachings about the ancient science. We are glad to present a collection of his words of wisdom that he offered during those classes:
1. The body is a boat which carries the soul in the ocean of the world. If it is not strong or it has a hole, then it can't cross the ocean. So the first duty is to fix the boat.
2. In Ayurveda, the system is prepared to heal itself; nothing is forced.
3. When the body can't do it (heal) by itself, then we use treatment. The body always tried.
4. Disease will go away if the doshas are balanced.
5. Keeping the humors in balance allows one to keep a positive frame of mind all day.
6. In Ayurveda, diet is the main thing.
7. All foods one of five things: a) increase the dosha b) decrease the dosha c) eliminate d) balance e) irritate (excite)
8. Eat less, eat light, eat pure, eat in time.
9. If your digestion is perfect, you don't need much sleep.
10. A depressed attitude of mind will weaken the body. Strengthening the body will strengthen the mind.

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