AYURVEDA is comprised of two words. Ayurmeans Life, and Veda means Knowledge. Thus, Ayurveda deals with how to live a healthy, balanced life. It is a traditional, holistic system of health science from India, which has been practiced for over 5,000 years. Ayurveda seeks to restore the natural balance and state of health to mind, body & soul by cultivating awareness of our physical, mental and spiritual characteristics (Gunas) then applies opposing characteristics (Gunas) through yoga, a wholesome diet, and various therapies.
Through its body-mind-soul approach, Ayurveda has been found to significantly improve several chronic health conditions.
Ayurveda focuses on living in tune with nature. Its principles are universal. By connecting mind, body and soul, Ayurveda strives to improve harmony and happiness in an individual. Ayurveda considers every individual to be unique because of their unique mind-body-soul constitution (Prakriti).
Ayurvedic medicine is not a "One size fits all" approach to healing. Everyone is different, and at Essence of Self your unique expression in physical form is honored.
AYURVEDA AND FOOD SATURDAY WORKSHOPS Cost: $75 including Ayurvedic Dosha balancing meal Prerequisite: Introduction to Ayurveda
Learn the pattern of fresh garden foods as they come into season and the ayurvedic principles of each that balance the seasonal Dosha.
Ayurveda Pitta Dosha and Summer Seasonal Food Workshop-
Saturday, June 20, 2009 • 11:15 AM - 5:00 PM
Ayurveda Vata Dosha and Fall Seasonal Food Workshop
October 10, 2009 • 11:15 AM - 5:00 PM
Ayurveda Vata/ Kapha Doshas and Winter Seasonal Food Workshop
December 12, 2009 • 11:15 AM - 5:00 PM
INTRODUCTION TO AYURVEDA Something Old That's Something New Cost: $40
Saturdays 1:00 - 5:00 PM
May 16, July 11, Sept. 12, and Nov. 14
It’s a household word for millions of people in India, yet Ayurveda remains a mystery to most Americans. Often viewed as a New Age phenomenon, Ayurveda has been around for at least 5,000 to 10,000 years. It is older than Traditional Chinese Medicine. Ayurveda emphasizes the maintenance of good health via a balanced daily routine and seasonal regime with a wholesome diet.
The central concept is that people can be classified by three constitutional types, or doshas: Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Come to this class to discover your dosha type, and learn how you can reach optimal balance (health) for your specific constitution. Includes informational booklet.
The following will be covered in this class: What is Ayurveda?
Purusha/Prakruiti: The 5 Elements
The Three Doshas: Vata-Pitta-Kapha
Mental Constitution: satva, rajas, tamas
Prakruiti: individual constitution
Samprapti: The disease process
Shodan: Cleansing
Rasayana: Rejuvenation
Dinacharya: Daily self care
Ayurveda Yoga Class
Presenter: Nancy A. Smith, LMT, Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner and Panchakarma Massage Specialist, Member of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association.
FREE AYUR
VEDIC SATSANG (A Satsang is a gathering of like-minded people.)
WHEN: T.B.A.
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