The experience of meditation and the wisdom of Ayurveda are great companions on this life journey. Both bring us to more self-awareness.
The Chopra Center says that meditation purifies the mind and body and restores the memory of our essential nature, while Ayurveda and its practical understanding of balancing our doshas, helps to clear the path allowing for maximum progress.
When we are in the practice of self-study we allow ourselves time to reflect and process our thoughts in a healthy way. We make better decisions, prevent dis-ease and find more compassion.
Meditation can include anything from breath awareness to moving meditation or yoga. Choose the ones that resonate with you and stick with them. The more you practice, the easier it will become.
Meditation Space Set Up by Dosha
Vata
If you have a regular meditation space, include some objects from nature, earth tones and images that feel settling. Listen to a few minutes of calming music and use an aroma such as cinnamon, lavender, citrus or vanilla.
Pitta
Your meditation space could have objects from nature, items which make you smile or open the qualities of your heart. Enlightenment means to lighten up. Use cooling aromas or incense such as sandalwood, jasmine, lavender or mint. Pittas tend to be very visual so always try to close your eyes during meditation.
Kapha
Your meditation space could have objects or pictures that represent movement and space. Maybe use bright colors such as orange for your shawl or a tablecloth. Use spicier aromas or incense such as eucalyptus, clove, juniper or camphor. Your experiences will vary from meditation to meditation, to give the physiology what it needs at that time. Avoid getting attached to any particular experience and approach each meditation with an open mind.
