As the first rays of the new year pierce through the winter chill, a potent energy stirs within us. It’s a yearning for change, a whisper that beckons us to shed the past year’s heaviness and embrace a vibrant new beginning. In Ayurveda any time of transition is seen as an auspicious opportunity for self-reflection, renewal, and alignment with our authentic nature Ayurveda teaches that true transformation begins from within. By incorporating these 12 transformative practices into your life, you can embark on a journey to nourish your body, mind, and spirit, setting the stage for a year brimming with health, happiness, and inner radiance. The Importance of Starting Fresh Just as spring awakens the earth after a long winter, Ayurveda emphasizes the importance of cleansing and balancing the body to prepare for new beginnings. Panchakarma, the ultimate detoxification process in Ayurveda, offers a deeper level of internal purification....
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...