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Mindfulness is a natural human ability that we possess and can strengthen through exercises. Practicing mindfulness means being present, awake, and consciously in contact with the current experience, moment by moment, with a non-judgmental, open, and accepting attitude.
Do you often have trouble with your sleep? Do you find it hard to relax in the evening? Do you feel energy-less during the day because you can't recharge your batteries at night?
Traditionally, the Rauchnächte, or the "12 Nights," as they are also known, are considered particularly sacred. In European customs, they have a long history and are honored to this day—mostly in the form of incense. Although the exact time frame is interpreted differently, it usually refers to the nights from December 24th to January 6th. So, the time around Christmas and New Year. The Rauhnächte are attributed with great spiritual energy and power. It is also believed that the threshold to the "other world" is particularly thin.
Are you familiar with Kneipping? Especially in spa towns, but also in nature, you often see people wading through cool water like storks - for the sake of health. Kneipping or a Kneipp cure can contribute to a strong and active immune system. Learn more about the fruitful interaction between European Ayurveda® and Kneipp therapy.
In a world where the always-on mentality permeates not only our work life but also our private life, stress and overwhelm are pre-programmed. The constant availability and the pressure to always be productive often lead to a feeling of alienation from ourselves and our environment. The concept of Cyclical Living can offer a way out of this hamster wheel and help you live more in harmony with yourself, your body, and nature again.
A good day already begins with a positive start in the morning. An Ayurveda morning routine keeps the doshas in balance and helps you start the day strong and harmonious. Here we show you a revitalizing Ayurvedic morning routine, both in an extensive form and in a slightly shorter version. Even if you're not a morning person, you'll start the day fit after this routine!
How much time do you dedicate to your health? European Ayurveda® doesn't always require a week-long retreat to have a healing effect on your body. Just 30 minutes a day are enough to live according to the principles of European Ayurveda® and enhance your well-being. You surely feel it yourself: your well-being largely depends on the activities filling your day. Depending on where you are in your life, it can be easier or harder to integrate healthy habits into your daily routine. To bring balance to your hectic day, we have combined the most important routines to take only 30 minutes of your time daily.
Research from recent decades paints a clear picture: You are only as healthy as your gut flora. The intricate interplay of various microorganisms in your digestion protects you from illness and significantly contributes to your well-being. That's reason enough to give your gut the attention it deserves through a healthy, Ayurvedic lifestyle.
Dinacharya, the tradition of setting a daily routine, is one of the most important Ayurvedic practices to enhance health and overall well-being. Take a few minutes each day and consciously incorporate Ayurvedic rituals into your day. This way, you can be healthy and successful in everyday life and work with Ayurveda. Here are some tips to help you practice Ayurveda in everyday life!
The Rauhnächte and the smoking of houses and stalls is an old custom that was widely known and practiced, but is now increasingly being forgotten. Today, while people may no longer strictly try to ward off evil spirits, many still enjoy the relieving and purifying effect of smoking out the house.
The morning is a powerful time of day and sets the course for the rest of the day. In European Ayurveda®, we use the morning hours to balance our doshas or to keep them balanced. Gentle balance also arises through rituals that give the mind and body direction. In Ayurveda, a lot of emphasis is placed on gentle daily cleansing. Detoxification is not only good for well-being but also strengthens health. This way, we avoid a strong accumulation of toxins in the body. Especially overnight, many metabolic residues can accumulate, which we try to eliminate in the morning. Not only on a physical level but also on a mental level. That is why the morning is a powerful time in Ayurvedic healing. We release the old and focus impartially on the new.
Do you know that feeling? One day you wake up full of energy and in a good mood, and the next day you are suddenly completely exhausted and off track. The people around you also feel the same way. Of course, there are many reasons why your daily mood can be so different. But one of them is the cosmic energies – which on so-called portal days, in particular, can quite mix up our doshas.
Hardly any ritual helps you find time for yourself like a break with a delicious cup of freshly brewed tea.
This loving routine not only helps you care for your skin but also builds a deeper connection with yourself. Make this Ayurvedic facial massage a fixed part of your daily ritual and enjoy the positive changes it brings!
An evening ritual is a powerful tool to promote good, restful sleep. In everyday life, the temptation is great to spend the evening on the couch, turn on the TV, or get distracted by a laptop or phone. It is particularly important to avoid all factors that can increase Vata before sleep and to relax with an individual evening routine.
You surely feel it: The hustle and bustle of everyday life impacts your well-being. Often we don't notice or realize too late how, through our to-do lists and appointment-filled lives, tension spreads in our bodies, energy slowly declines, and our metabolism no longer functions optimally.
Foot massages have a long tradition in Ayurveda because our feet are our contact with the earth. A foot massage can help you release stress more effectively. It is relaxing, calming for the body and mind, and can help you sleep more easily and deeply. In the following audio, you will learn how to perform the foot massage correctly. Have a towel and massage oil ready for this. You will also need a warm water bath to warm your oil.
This smoking ritual is a powerful method to energetically clear your aura or a space, dissolve blockages, strengthen personal energy, and establish a spiritual connection.
This facial ritual is a relaxing and nourishing practice for your skin. It not only serves skincare but also promotes overall well-being through relaxation and self-care.
With this body scrub ritual, you can cleanse your body, remove dead skin cells from the skin's surface, smooth the skin, and give it a fresh, radiant appearance. It also helps you let go of everything "old" and free yourself from burdens. You will enjoy a feeling of deep cleansing and revitalization that brings you closer to your true self with each scrub. In the following audio, you will find instructions for this ritual. You will need a body scrub for this.
In Ayurveda, a mindful morning routine is one of the cornerstones of cleansing and self-care. However, in Ayurveda, this does not begin with brushing your teeth, but with oil pulling and tongue scraping. This is important because at night, a variety of important detoxification processes take place in your body, causing toxins (Ama) to accumulate in your mouth. Oil pulling and tongue scraping also help you bring your body and mind into harmony and to gain new energy.
Rituals and a regular daily rhythm play a significant role in Ayurveda. The day is divided into 6 phases of 4 hours each, with each phase dominated by a Dosha. By getting up and going to bed at the same time every day and paying attention to your natural biorhythm, you feel fitter and healthier and find it easier to fall asleep in the evening.