Mending the Mind -
Addressing Psychological Trauma through Ayurveda
WITH
Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc
RECORDED WEBINAR
Mending the Mind -
Addressing Psychological Trauma through Ayurveda
WITH
Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc
Course Details
The webinar is 2 hours long with a tea break.
If you have any questions at all please reach out to us at care@liveayurprana.com
Course Details
The webinar is 2 hours long.
If you have any questions at all please reach out to us at care@liveayurprana.com
Mending the Mind - Addressing Psychological Trauma through Ayurveda
For thousands of years Ayurvedic practitioners have highlighted how the mind influences our physical and emotional well being. This same trend is being noticed in current medical research around trauma and its undeniable link to chronic disease. Our psychological trauma literally lives within our bodies as much as our minds - and healing from these experiences requires treating the entire being.
The mind plays an essential role in understanding, processing, and acting in the best interest of ourselves and those around us. When our mind is not well, it is hard to ‘feel’ well, and make the right choices in our journey toward balance.
In its framing of the mind, Ayurveda describes the fundamental characteristics of how emotions and thoughts are processed through the antakarana - the equipment of the mind. When this process is disturbed it means we cannot properly process and reintegrate our experiences - and just like unprocessed food in our gut, this can lead to other health ailments and illnesses.
In this introductory webinar, we will be exploring the inner workings of the mind through an Ayurvedic lens. In this 2 hour offering Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc, will explore how the individual mind is connected to a universal mind, and how psychological trauma can be influenced and developed through actively working within this relationship.
Vasant Lad will explore the Ayurvedic view of psychological trauma and will introduce healing methods - such as meditation techniques - that can help to support those suffering from psychological trauma.
Mending the Mind - Addressing Psychological Trauma through Ayurveda
For thousands of years Ayurvedic practitioners have highlighted how the mind influences our physical and emotional well being. This same trend is being noticed in current medical research around trauma and its undeniable link to chronic disease. Our psychological trauma literally lives within our bodies as much as our minds - and healing from these experiences requires treating the entire being.
The mind plays an essential role in understanding, processing, and acting in the best interest of ourselves and those around us. When our mind is not well, it is hard to ‘feel’ well, and make the right choices in our journey toward balance.
In its framing of the mind, Ayurveda describes the fundamental characteristics of how emotions and thoughts are processed through the antakarana - the equipment of the mind. When this process is disturbed it means we cannot properly process and reintegrate our experiences - and just like unprocessed food in our gut, this can lead to other health ailments and illnesses.
In this introductory webinar, we will be exploring the inner workings of the mind through an Ayurvedic lens. In this 2 hour offering Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc, will explore how the individual mind is connected to a universal mind, and how psychological trauma can be influenced and developed through actively working within this relationship.
Vasant Lad will explore the Ayurvedic view of psychological trauma and will introduce healing methods - such as meditation techniques - that can help to support those suffering from psychological trauma.
What is Antahkarana?
Antaḥkaraṇa - Antaḥ means "inner" and karaṇa means "instrument" - is a concept in Ayurvedic and Yogic philosophy, referring to the entirety of the mind - ranging from the thinking aspect, to the sense of self or “I”, and the faculty for discrimination.
Antahkarana covers all the functions of the mind, namely the manas (the mind or lower mind), buddhi (the intellect or higher mind), chitta (memory, or image making), and ahamkara (the ego / “I”-self). In this way, Antahkarana refers to the entire psychological process, all the mind levels functioning as a unit, with all parts working together as a whole.
What is Antahkarana?
Antaḥkaraṇa - Antaḥ means "inner" and karaṇa means "instrument" - is a concept in Ayurvedic and Yogic philosophy, referring to the entirety of the mind - ranging from the thinking aspect, to the sense of self or “I”, and the faculty for discrimination.
Antahkarana covers all the functions of the mind, namely the manas (the mind or lower mind), buddhi (the intellect or higher mind), chitta (memory, or image making), and ahamkara (the ego / “I”-self). In this way, Antahkarana refers to the entire psychological process, all the mind levels functioning as a unit, with all parts working together as a whole.
Topics we will cover in this webinar
Join Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc, founder and director of The Ayurvedic Institute, as he explores psychological trauma as it relates to the individual and universal mind - how the state of the mind can impact one’s physical, emotional, and energetic aspects.
With Vasant Lad you will explore:
- An overview of the functioning of the mind - Antaḥkaraṇa - from an Ayurvedic perspective.
- How the system of Ayurveda perceives and works with psychological trauma.
- An exploration of how Ayurvedic practices and treatments can support those suffering from psychological trauma.
Take this class if…
You are interested in learning more about the Ayurvedic framing of psychological trauma and how you can help yourself or those you support.
You are a student or a practitioner of Ayurveda yourself, looking to learn additional insights from a master with over 50 years of experience in Ayurvedic practice.
You are a medical or healthcare professional interested in learning how certain Ayurvedic techniques and methods can further support your clients or patients.
All webinar content is for educational purposes and before beginning any protocol, one should consult their practitioner.
Thank you!
Meet the Master
Ayurvedic Visionary & Master
Vasant Lad BAMS & MASc
As the founder and director of The Ayurvedic Institute, Vasant Lad has worked tirelessly for the last 40 years to bring the deep insights and transformative power of Ayurveda to the West. His passion for healing has garnered him respect throughout the world, and he is considered the premiere authority on Ayurveda outside of India. His webinars offer the essence of decades of teaching and clinical practice, providing you with both inspiring theory and rigorous practical application while weaving in his personal spiritual insights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an AyurPrana Webinar?
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What if I have no background in medicine or Ayurveda? Do I need any background to understand the content in the Webinar?
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