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Definition of Ayurveda

Ayurveda’s aim is to preserve health and wellbeing in the individual through maintaining homeostasis in the mind, body, and spirit, preventing disease and for those that are diseased, where, and as so far as possible, to reduce the signs and symptoms, and importantly, maximise the quality of life for the individual.

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Vision of Ayurveda

According to the Classical Indian teachings, there are four goals in life which one should fulfil to live a meaningful existence. These are:

Dharma (perform one’s duties in righteous way)
Kama (maintain the strength and vitality to fulfil one’s desires)
Artha (the possession of material wealth necessary for one’s social position)
Moksha (the pursuit of peace of mind and a sense of spiritual liberation)

Ayurveda has in many ways been designed to be a manual for the individual with (time-tested and effective) teachings and guidelines to help one make informed decisions for leading a healthier and more balanced life and a fulfilling lifestyle.

The fundamental principle of Ayurvedic medicine is simple and empowering: You can become your own best doctor if you acknowledge the power of self-healing.

An in-depth understanding of Ayurvedic elements and their inherent characteristics is essential to the understanding and successful practice of Ayurveda. When one of these elements is out of balance, the Ayurvedic practitioner will look at introducing the opposite quality to work to restoring balance.

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