Ayurvedic Lifestyle Guidance

Service Description

Ayurveda is the traditional system of healthcare in India. It is a 5000 yr old holistic tradition and way of living that can help each of us to claim and celebrate our capacity for wellness.​ The name “Ayurveda” is derived from two words in Sanskrit, “ayuh” meaning “life” or “longevity” and “veda” meaning “science” or “sacred knowledge.” Ayurveda’s definition therefore roughly translates as “the science of longevity” or “the sacred knowledge of life.” Ayurveda can help us: Align with our truest inner nature Honour and develop our strengths Hone in on our challenge areas Redirect detrimental tendencies Maintain balance in the face of adversity Ayurveda encourages us to be an active participant in our own journey toward healing. This involves learning about our relationship with the elements and the unique combinations they create within our being, called Doshas. Each person is born with a particular doshic balance; an essential constitutional type. It represents our natural state of equilibrium and our blueprint for perfect health. Getting to know our personal constitution (Prakruti), helps us begin to recognise which things suit us best and become more discerning in our lifestyle choices, recognising that in order to maintain good health through the changing nature of life, we need to pay attention to signs of imbalance and then take action to restore equilibrium. This may include adapting diet and daily routine, self massage with oils, taking herbs internally, meditation and yoga practice. Your initial consultation lasts approximately 1.5 hrs and is ideally done in person, but can be conducted via zoom. During the consultation, Anne will seek to identify your Prakruti (constitutional doshic type) and your current Vikruti (doshic imbalance), shining light upon the underlying causes of current imbalance. Insights and recommendations may be offered during the consultation, or sent via email afterwards. The onus is then on you being an active participant in your own journey toward healing, with Anne's ongoing guidance and support. Follow up sessions last 45 mins to 1hr, usually at monthly intervals. The number of follow up sessions will depend on how things progress and you are, of course, free to stop at any point.