Tamas describes a mind/consciousness union that lacks higher Self-awareness. This is called ignorance in Ayurveda and Yoga. Tamas is one of the three mahagunas or great qualities of the mind. Rajas and tamas are causative … More »
There are different reasons we feel tired. Of course, if you don’t sleep well, you’ll be tired. But there are other reasons to consider including “burn-out”, and acute or chronic illness. From an Ayurvedic perspective, … More »
I worried about everything as a child. By the time I was 10 years old, I was experiencing horrible stomach aches. I had intense school anxiety. I would feel okay eating breakfast in the morning, … More »
Due to the rise in popularity of Ayurvedic herbs, such as Ashwagandha, and lifestyle techniques, such as Yoga, many still reduce Ayurveda to a science focused on the physical body. While Ayurveda does heal the … More »
Earlier we learned about the three Gunas: Sattva, Rajas, and Tammas. Today we are going to explore how a Kapha natured personality is different depending on the Gunas of the mind.
Earlier we learned about the three Gunas: Sattva, Rajas, and Tammas. Today we are going to explore how a Pitta natured personality is different depending on the Gunas of the mind.
In part 1, Dr. Marc Halpern shared about the three Gunas: Sattva, Rajas, and Tammas. Today, Dr. Marc Halpern explores how a Vata natured personality is different depending on the Gunas of the mind.
Articles on the three doshas by Dr. Marc Halpern.
Central to Ayurveda is the concept of the 5 elements (Ether, Air, Fire, Water and Earth), all of which are present in the universe as well as in the human body – the human body, … More »
There are many roads to success. One of those is the path of inspiration. The inspired individual is one who draws inspiration from above and brings it down through their crown chakra into their heart … More »