what is ayurveda?
Ayurveda is an over 5000 year old Living Science that is holistic, practical, timeless, and universal.
The Ayurveda health and healing system emphasises:
identification of the root cause of disorders or disease
disease prevention
maintenance of the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of a healthy individual
alleviation of signs and symptoms of the disorder or disease
and healing treatments of imbalances, or health concerns.
Ayurveda is a Sanskrit word that literally means science of life and longevity.
Āyus means life or life span and Veda means knowledge or science.
In Vedic culture, one’s life span is measured in the number of breaths one takes. So the expression “save your breath” actually takes on a new meaning to slow down in life, and breathe slowly, deeply, and evenly for longevity and vitality.
Ayurveda is simultaneously a science of The Golden Ratio and an art of living in harmony with the 5 Mahābhūtas, in tune with the Laws of Nature that govern existence, and the all-pervading Universe or Vishwam in which all sentient beings live.
The Pancha Mahabhutas or 5 Elements which everything,
(living + non-living), is composed of:
Ākāsha (Ether or Space)
Vāyu (Air)
Tejas (Fire)
Āpas (Water)
Pṛithivī (Earth)
dinacharya
The Ayurvedic Dinacharya or daily routine is a consistent practice of a life well-lived in luminous synchrony with the cycles and rhythms of Nature.
Coordination of one’s circadian rhythms with Nature’s clockwork and healthy lifestyle habits can result in experiencing better energy levels throughout the day, optimised immunity, more mental clarity, mindfulness, radiant happiness, resilience to stress and challenges, sustainable health, and overall success.
I coined the phrase: “Nowness Fulfilment” to describe the efficacy and totality of the physical, physiological, psychological, and spiritual benefits of Ayurveda, (within reason and when properly practised).
WHAT CONDITIONS CAN AYURVEDA help with?
Tailored health and well-being Integrative Ayurveda plans can restore your body’s natural homeostasis, and help with a wide range of conditions:
Skin complaints and disorders (such as acne, itchy dry skin, eczema, psoriasis, rashes etc.)
Emotional imbalances
Anxiety, burnout, chronic fatigue, depression
Headaches and migraines
Sleep disorders
Digestive disorders and gastro-intestinal complaints (such as acid reflux, heartburn, bloating, IBS, or constipation)
Joint problems and arthritis
Hair-loss and hair-thinning
Women's health
ayurveda is inclusive of other medical systems
The scope of Ayurvedic healthcare is both extensive and distinctive. It concurrently embraces other medical approaches and incorporates them into a comprehensive and integrated treatment plan suitable for the client.
wHERE IS AYUrVEDA PRACTIsED?
Ayurveda is practised world-wide. It originated in India, and spread throughout the many countries in the Indian subcontinent, including as far as the West Indies.
Through a much-needed revival of this medical system, many people have heard about the vast healing benefits of Ayurveda and it is being studied, practised, and researched in both the Eastern and Western hemispheres.
I have connected with fellow Ayurveda professionals either in-person or online from North, South and Central America, the Caribbean, UK and Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
who is luminous ayurveda for?
LUMINOUS AYURVEDA is for:
• individuals who have tried various approaches to their health, and now would like advice regarding addressing the root cause(s)
• healthy persons who would like to maintain or optimise their health and wellbeing.