Stress Management in Ayurveda
Stress has becomes a common thing of human‘s life in modern world. The present world is known as the world of achievements also called as a world of stress .The stress is known as sahasa in Ayurveda. Sahasa by causing ojahksaya (loss of immunity) increases the susceptibility of the body to various disease's.The mind and its qualities are well documented in Ayurveda. Just like tridoshas, manas or mind also has trigunas- Sattva (clarity), Rajas (passion), and Tamas (inertia). Imbalances in Rajas and Tamas, unhealthy lifestyles, and stressful experiences bring out emotional disturbances. Life throws stress and unexpected curveballs at all of us, but the key to happiness lies in how we handle the stress. Apart from stress, psychology can also be deeply affected because of genetic heritage. Certain traits, vulnerabilities, and conditions, like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, etc., have a genetic predisposition. So, our mental health is the total of our external environment and genetic makeup.Stress can arise from various factors and causes, and they can vary from person to person. Here are some common causes of stress
Work-related stress
Financial stress
Relationship and family issues
Health concerns
Major life changes and Personal expectations
Academic pressure
Environmental factors
Traumatic events
Stress can manifest in various ways, such as headaches, muscle tension, fatigue, insomnia, stomach problems, and changes in appetite. It can also lead to anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine, offers holistic approaches to managing stress and anxiety through practices such as meditation, herbal remedies, and lifestyle changes.Each body should follow a diet plan that is suited for them according to their lifestyle. Ayurveda recommends that you should take up a healthy diet that includes various vitamins, proteins, and minerals. Note that you have to avoid the intake of fast foods and consume whole foods that can enhance your immunity and overall health.Ayurveda recommends taking a light dinner at least three hours before bed which results in smooth digestion and good sleep. You can also engage in various activities that can relax your mind like listening to calm music, meditating, taking an evening walk, a warm bath. In ayurveda Panchakarma treatment are found to be very useful in managing stress related problems. Panchakarma treatment is a procedure which finds the cause of the problem and corrects it by balancing the doshas of the body.panchakarma treatments for stress Abhyangam, Shiroabhyanga,Pada abhyanga,Thalam, Thalapothichil,and Shirovasti. yoga poses for reducing stress Shavasana, Makarsana, Vijrasasna, Bhunjangasana, Trikonasana, Virabdrasana, Pranayama.
