Ayurvedic Practices to Ease Daily Stress

5 Ayurvedic Tips•Ancient Vedic Wisdom•Verified by Sobiya

📜Ayurvedic Guidance

Wisdom from classical texts for your wellbeing

Begin your day with Abhyanga (self-massage) using warm sesame oil to calm the mind and nourish the nervous system.

— Ashtanga Hridaya, Sutrasthana Ch. 2

Practice Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing) for 5–10 minutes daily to balance prana (life force) and reduce mental agitation.

— Charaka Samhita, Sutrasthana Ch. 5

Drink a cup of warm milk at night with a pinch of nutmeg (Jatiphala) and cardamom (Ela) to promote restful sleep and soothe the mind.

— Bhavaprakasha, Madhyama Khanda

Perform Shirodhara at home by gently pouring warm Brahmi or Bhringraj oil onto the forehead, or adapt by massaging these oils on the scalp to relieve mental tension.

— Sushruta Samhita, Chikitsasthana Ch. 24

Include Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) powder—half to one teaspoon mixed with warm water or milk—daily to support the body's resilience to stress.

— Charaka Samhita, Chikitsasthana Ch. 1

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These tips are from ancient Ayurvedic texts for educational purposes. Always consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before making health decisions.