Ayurveda

What is Ayurveda?

According to Ayurveda, each person has a unique constitution – Ayurveda takes into account an individual’s unique qualities in order to create balance and health. The self-healing principles of Ayurveda teach people to become familiar with their individual constitutions, empowering them to make simple yet powerful choices that enhance their mental, physical and spiritual well-being. This harmonious state can prevent disease and encourages a joyful, productive and balanced life.

Ayurveda defines a healthy person as one who is established in the “Self.” It is not simply the absence of disease, but a blissful state of balance when the body, mind and spirit function at an optimal level. There is a healthy digestive fire resulting in good digestion and absorption, healthy metabolism leading to healthy cells, a peaceful state of mind and clear sensory perception.

“As we embrace our passions and delve into the mystery of life, we unite with the majestic complexity of nature; and if we follow the signs, this can help us understand who we really are.”

~ Sebastian Pole

The Doshas

Each person is made up of a unique combination of air, “ether” (or space), fire, water and earth, which determine one’s dosha or constitution called Vata, Pitta or Kapha.

An individualized Ayurvedic wellness program addresses all five senses (taste, smell, sight, touch, sound), and incorporates the following areas:

• Nutrition
• Lifestyle recommendations
• Herbs
• Yoga
• Exercise
• Meditation
• Color Therapy
• Aromatherapy
• Sounds & Mantras
• Massage