Ayurveda – the Knowledge of Life.
Ayurveda is a system of traditional Indian medicine that aims to promote balance between body, mind and soul. It is a holistic approach that considers the individual as a whole, not just a collection of parts.
Ayurveda comes from the Sanskrit words “ayur” (life) and “veda” (knowledge). Translated, it means “knowledge of life”, or “science of life” and is considered the oldest and continuously practiced system of medicine in the world.
Although lifestyle and self-care practices are part of Ayurveda, so are the use of herbs and spices, oral hygiene, mental well-being and massage, among other therapies. Far beyond treating imbalances, Ayurveda focuses on preventing disease and maintaining health.
Ayurveda is based on the theory of doshas, which are three bodily humors known as Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Each Dosha is made up of two of the five elements: Vata (air and space), Pitta (fire and water) and Kapha (earth and water), with each person having different amounts of this composition of elements, which makes their Biotype unique.
Thus, to have a balanced state of health and well-being we must maintain our Doshas in the same proportion as when we were born. When the doshas are out of balance, physical, mental and emotional health problems can arise.
The benefits of Ayurveda
Ayurveda offers a range of health benefits, including:
- Improved general health
- Reduction of stress and anxiety
- Increased energy and vitality
- Improves sleep quality
- Reduced pain and inflammation
- Improved digestion
- Improved concentration and memory
- Promotion of mental and emotional well-being
How Ayurveda is practiced at Soul Bliss
Soul Bliss offers a variety of Ayurvedic treatments, such as:
Ayurvedic consultation: An Ayurvedic consultation is the first step in any Ayurvedic treatment. During the consultation, the Ayurveda Therapist evaluates the individual constitution of the person being treated, including their predominant Dosha (prakriti) and the unbalanced doshas (Vikriti). Based on this assessment, a personalized treatment plan is created.
Mukha Abhyanga: Mukha Abhyanga is an Ayurvedic facial massage that helps improve blood circulation, skin nutrition and eye health.
Abhyanga: Abhyanga is a complete Ayurvedic massage that helps relax the body, improve blood circulation and tissue nutrition.
