THE IRIS GARDEN by Susanna Iris Folli
Ayurveda Walking with Nature
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“Yoga and Ayurveda are two closely related spiritual or sacred sciences rooted in the Vedic tradition of India. Ayurveda is the Vedic Science of healing for both body and mind. Yoga is the Vedic Science of Self realization that depends upon the well functioning body and mind. Both disciplines developed together and have always been used together. However, most books on Yoga in the west speak little of Ayurveda”( (1)
The word Yoga means "union": the integration of physical, mental and spiritual energies that enhance health and well-being. The physical postures, breathing exercises and meditation practices of yoga are practiced to ultimately still the mind and consciousness to achieve a state of spiritual insight and tranquillity in order to connect with our true Self. Yoga and Ayurveda are among the oldest known systems of health practiced in the world today.
Yoga and Ayurveda have long been complementary practices, serving each other like two sides of one coin. Ayurveda purifies the body and mind and Yoga directs subtle energy into appropriate channels for spiritual progress.
Both practices deepen and become more effective when practiced with the other.
Ayur-Yoga has been gradually developing out of this union: it is a unique approach to yoga that is systematically tailored to each person’s individual constitution and condition.
The practice of Ayur-yoga can be a valuable and powerful means of heightening our awareness and living in harmony with Nature.
“Yoga and Ayurveda addresses our entire nature, our greater life as a spiritual and cosmic being. It examines the broader scope of Ayurveda, which includes not only physical health but Also mental health and preparation for spiritual life.” (1)
(1) DAVID FRAWLEY- Yoga and Ayurveda.1999.Lotus Press.Preface.
