What is Ayurveda?

Ayurveda is a holistic science of daily living that supports health and happiness. It is based on the principle that wellness results from balance in body, mind and spirit. Because every individual is unique and indivisible, what is balancing for one person in terms of diet and lifestyle may cause imbalances and disease in another. Ayurveda provides proven principles to determine your specific guidelines for balance.

The Art & Science of Living

Ayurveda, translated as the art and science of living is a systematic approach that utilizes all that nature provides (foods, spices, herbal medicines, colours, metals, gems, sound) to not only overcome illness but also continually strengthen oneself. Ayurveda evolved in an ancient culture which understood the human condition to be limitless; the day to day implementation of Ayurvedic principles creates a strong body, clarity of mind and tranquillity of spirit so the individual may move closer to realizing her/his true potential. In order to further this movement the disciplines of Yoga and Tantra are allied to Ayurveda.

Ayurveda and Stress

Our beliefs about circumstances in our lives affect us mentally, emotionally and physically. Ayurveda can provide insights and perspectives into the events in our lives. When we can see events as opportunities for our personal transformation, often we discover gifts within adversity. By releasing negative judgments of our circumstances, we free ourselves of stress.

How does Ayurveda work?

An Ayurvedic physician utilizes her/his observation skills to not only diagnose patterns of imbalance but also to determine the constitution of the individual and hence is able to deduce inherent strengths, weaknesses and tendencies. An Ayurvedic physician is trained in the use of diet, cooking, yoga, breath-work, meditation and a vast pharmacopoeia in order to help the individual achieve balance. Ayurveda not only treats persons who are ill but also brings to life the concepts of preventive health care and health promotion. The goal of Ayurveda is to help each person discover a personal knowledge of living.

Initial Consultation

In the Ayurvedic consultation client and practitioner explore causes of physical or emotional discomfort from a holistic perspective to arrive at the best path for a return to health and happiness. we consider health history as well as circumstances that are creating stress and unhappiness. Because the Ayurvedic approach is able to look for solutions in restoring health outside the realm of traditional preconceptions, both client and practitioner can see a situation freshly and originally. The consultation produces essential understanding of cause and effect relationships that are occurring and the client is positioned to take effective action to return to balance.

Ayurvedic Massage

In our fast paced-culture, we build up bodily toxins through unhealthy lifestyles, dietary regimes as well as environmental pollution. The consequences are low energy and low immunity. Ayurveda offers a natural system of cleansing and rejuvenating the body. Treatments utilize warm medicated oils and massage with steam treatments. A complete program includes modifications in diet and herbal preparations with a series of treatments. This Ayurvedic program is one of the most effective methods of removing disease-causing toxins in the body to bring about health, rejuvenation and longevity.

Polarity Therapy (Reiki)

Chronic stress is a by-product of the life-style and beliefs of modern society. Excess tension in the body/mind blocks the flow of the life force that supports us mentally and physically. Polarity Therapy is a hands-on technique that relaxes, attunes and energizes the body/mind chemistry. It is a gentle, but powerful way to support our other efforts for creating wellness.