I would have to conclude that my Ayurvedic experiment has convinced me that the changes I’ve made have been beneficial with respect to my overall health. I plan on continuing the study of Ayurveda in order to maintain and expand upon what I have learned and implemented.
Including Ayurveda in its Yoga Teacher Training is one of the things that sets Axis apart from other YTT programs. As exemplified below, students experiment with using Ayurvedic principles to balance their dosha. The application of these principles is where the real teaching begins. This student used Ayurveda to treat PTSD symptoms.
To be totally honest, I came into Ayurveda mildly skeptical. I grew up in a family of scientist who believe only in western medicine and ideals. This has worked for them, but I have always struggled to maintain my health both mentally and physically. Recently (well… 7 months ago which still feels very recent) I […]
Will a self-care routine for Vata ease some of my PTSD symptoms?
I believe that a self-care routine can take the edge off of some of my anxiety and help me sleep better.
Due to my medical constraints (medications, etc), I opted for a low intensity experiment. I decided to add drinking warm milk with nutmeg before bed and a daily external oleation routine. Near the end of the experiment I took up trying meditation with a mantra. 1 – a half hour before I intended to go […]
Overall, I would say that the self-care treatments that I started to use were effective in calming my mind and helping me sleep. My skin is in better condition now as well! As for my PTSD symptoms, I think that the routine of all of it really helped me the most. I would finish all […]
The more I learn about Ayurveda, the more I love it and it makes sense to me. From growing up in a very scientific household, this has been a truly new way to view the world and people. I really like the idea of trying to find balance and that the things we eat and […]
As part of their introduction to Ayurveda, Axis YTT students have the opportunity to design an experiment around their dosha. This student must make significant diet changes in an effort to be a better balanced Vata. And finds other Vata recommendations to be a pleasant addition to the daily routine.
I have chosen to incorporate several self-care practices and to change my diet for this experiment. I am very Vata and everything I eat is not recommended for a person with a Vata constitution. Self care Meditation 30 minutes Tongue scraping and Gargle sesame oil Oil massage Dietary changes Cook all veggies Discontinue dry foods, […]