A complete guide to holistic living

  Agni: The Fiery Fuel  In the bustling metropolis of our bodies, there burns a silent flame - Agni, the Ayurvedic term for digestive fire. More than just the breakdown of food, Agni governs a vast internal furnace, transforming nourishment into energy, eliminating waste, and illuminating our vitality. In essence, Agni is the orchestra conductor of our metabolism, harmonising the symphonies of our physical and mental well-being. Why is Agni so important? Think of Agni as the sun for our internal solar system. When it burns bright, we bask in radiant health - strong digestion, clear complexion, vibrant energy, and sharp intellect. But a smouldering Agni casts a shadow on our health, leading to sluggish digestion, bloating, fatigue, and clouded thinking. Understanding and nurturing Agni becomes the key to unlocking a life ablaze with well-being.   Agni is regarded as the primary source of life, and life ceases to be without it. Normal Functions of Agni Pakti - Aids in Diges...

  Understanding the Urges of Mind in Ayurveda In Ayurveda, the mind is a swirling dance of urges, influencing both our well-being and our journey toward enlightenment. These urges, called Vegas, fall into two categories: Dharaniya, the suppressible, and Adharaniya, the non-suppressible. Dharaniya Vegas are the impulses that can lead us astray, the shadows of the mind. Greed, anger, fear, envy, and lust dance in this realm, tempting us to imbalance our doshas and harm ourselves and others. Suppressing these urges isn't about force, but rather mindful awareness and redirecting our energies towards positive actions. Practices like meditation, pranayama, and following a righteous path help us subdue these shadows and cultivate inner peace. Adharniya Vegas, on the other hand, are the body's natural cries for nourishment. Hunger, thirst, the urge to sleep, and even sneezing and blinking fall under this category. Suppressing these urges can disrupt the delicate balance of doshas, lead...

  Restorative Yoga: Your Sanctuary in a Busy World Imagine a yoga practice where the most you have to do is surrender to gravity and melt into supported stretches. That's the beauty of restorative yoga, a gentle practice designed to combat stress, promote deep relaxation, and leave you feeling rejuvenated. Just as the name implies, restorative yoga is a deeply restorative and relaxing style of yoga. As a gentle and soothing practice, restorative yoga is accessible to all as it can easily be adapted to suit any practitioner. The practice works with very simple physical postures that are highly supported by props. It also incorporates relaxing practices like pranayama and meditation to help soothe the nervous system and move your body and mind into more relaxed, meditative states. Restorative yoga is also a deeply introspective practice, often practiced almost entirely in silence. Students are typically invited to close their eyes and draw their awareness inward as they surrender ...