10 AYURVEDIC RITUALS TO START PRACTICING NOW
Our modern lifestyles often come with responsibilities and expectations that at times lift us up, but often leave us feeling exhausted and off-balance.
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Yoga's "Sister Science," Ayurveda, contains additional rituals and practices that may be of interest to anyone curious about yoga's wider health advantages. Both have distinct but complementary responsibilities in maintaining our well-being, since they encourage us to maintain good habits on a regular basis.
Responsibility and expectation in today's society can be a mixed blessing, lifting us up at times but also draining our energy and throwing us off kilter at others. These days, many of us turn to yoga to help restore our worn-down bodies, which is why the practice has become so popular. Yoga and the ancient science of Ayurveda help us improve our lives in many ways. These include encouraging us to eat well, practice good hygiene, engage in constructive exercise, and more. Here are ten Ayurvedic practices you can add to your daily routine (Dincharya) to improve your overall sense of well-being:
1. GO TO BED EARLY
Ayurvedic medicine recommends an early bedtime as a means to a healthy life. It is recommended to sleep by 10 p.m., as this is when the body purges toxins and repairs itself. Turn off electronics an hour before bedtime, and leave them in the living room or another room.
2. RISE AND SHINE
It's recommended that you wake up with the sun, just as you should retire to bed at a reasonable hour. If you get a good night's sleep, you won't have any trouble getting up early. According to Ayurveda, staying in bed till sunrise causes a buildup of toxins in the body's channels for receiving and transmitting information, leading to feelings of mental and physical fatigue throughout the day.
3. START WITH WATER
Stretch your muscles and have a glass of water (at least 8 ounces) as soon as you get out of bed. If you want your organs to work efficiently all day long and have smooth bowel movements, it's best to drink lukewarm water first thing in the morning.
4. EMPTY YOUR COLON
Get in the habit of using the restroom first thing in the morning. When we don't defecate often during the day, toxins accumulate and cause discomfort and, in the long run, chronic illnesses. The health of our digestive system is crucial to our overall well-being.
5. INVEST IN A TONGUE SCRAPER
Ayurvedic medicine stresses the need of good dental hygiene. Toxins accumulate in the mouth during the day, and utilizing a tongue scraper can help you get rid of them and keep your digestion running smoothly. Then, brush your teeth thoroughly using the herbal toothpaste and the high-quality brush. Finally, you can gargle salt water with garlic to help your sore throat.
6. SHAT KRIYA- THE CLEANSING PROCESS
The common practice of splashing one's face with water upon waking is an Ayurvedic ritual known as Shat Kriya. The next step is to use a Neti Pot and the technique of Neti Kriya to flush out your nasal passages. Have someone who is familiar with using a Neti Pot show you the ropes if this is your first time. Programs like Ayurveda India Kerala at the birthplace of yoga are accessible for people interested in learning more about the Shat and Neti Kriya, as well as other Ayurvedic techniques and cures.
7. PERFORM SELF-ABHYANGA
Abhyanga, which is translated as a warm oil body massage, is beneficial for a number of reasons, including muscular tone, skin hydration, stress relief, and nervous system relaxation. Self-application is simple; just massage your body for 15 to 20 minutes with some herbal or medicinal oil (ideally one tailored to your Dosha). You can start by using ear and nasal drops and doing a massage of the outer ear, neck, upper spine, arms, joints, abdomen, legs, and feet. Programs like the Panchakarma Treatment in Kerala, India are said to revitalize you from head to toe by immersing you in a retreat-like setting where Ayurvedic self-care practices like Abhyanga are the focus.
8. YOGA, PRANAYAMA, AND MEDITATION
If you want to follow Ayurveda's recommended sequence, you should begin with yoga, then move on to a breathing or "pranayama" practice, and finish with meditation. If you're just getting started with yoga, it's best to concentrate on the fundamental poses. If you need a sequence idea, look no further. Then, after some pranayama breathing exercises, you can settle into some silent meditation.
9. TAKE A RELAXING BATH
According to Ayurveda, taking a bath is one of the best ways to relax and rejuvenate, in addition to benefiting your health as a whole.
10. FEED THE BELLY AND FUEL YOUR BODY
According to Ayurveda, taking a bath is one of the best ways to relax and rejuvenate, in addition to benefiting your health as a whole.
