
Ayurvedic Approaches to Stress Relief
📜Ayurvedic Guidance
Wisdom from classical texts for your wellbeing
Perform daily Abhyanga (self-massage) with warm sesame oil to calm the mind and nourish the nervous system, ideally before bathing in the morning.
— Ashtanga Hridaya, Sutrasthana Ch. 2Practice Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing) for a few minutes each morning to balance prana (life force) and promote mental clarity.
— Charaka Samhita, Sutrasthana Ch. 5Drink warm milk at night infused with a pinch of nutmeg (jaiphal) and cardamom (ela) to support restful sleep and reduce mental agitation.
— Bhavaprakasha, Madhu-KhandaIncorporate Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) into your daily routine, either as a tea or powder with warm water, to support cognitive balance and relieve mental tension.
— Bhavaprakasha, Nighantu KhandaEngage in a daily evening walk in natural surroundings (Prakruti-sevana) to ground Vata dosha and promote mental relaxation.
— Charaka Samhita, Sutrasthana Ch. 7These tips are from ancient Ayurvedic texts for educational purposes. Always consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before making health decisions.