 By Danielle Schwartz Ayurveda is an ancient Indian system of medicine that dates back over 5,000 years. The term "Ayurveda" is derived from the Sanskrit words "ayur" (life) and "veda" (science or knowledge), thus it is often referred to as the "science of life."
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 By Danielle Schwartz With the descent of winter, Ayurveda, the ancient Indian holistic healing system, prescribes a cache of wisdom to synchronize our internal landscape with the external environment. As the chill sets in, here’s a compilation of the top six Ayurvedic tips to maintain a robust health in the colder months.
 By Danielle Schwartz Svadhyaya is an ancient Hindu concept, which refers to the practice of self-study or self-observation. The term ‘svadhyaya’ is made up of two words, ‘sva’ and ‘adhyaya,’ which mean ‘self’ and ‘study’ respectively. Therefore, svadhyaya, in its simplest form, can be understood as the process of learning about oneself.
In Hinduism, svadhyaya is considered as one of the five niyamas or self-disciplines prescribed to lead a fulfilling life. According to the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, which is a foundational text of classical yoga, svadhyaya is one of the key components of spiritual growth. The text, in the second book, defines svadhyaya as ‘the repetition of sacred words, accompanied by the search for their meaning.’ |