Frequently asked questions

What is yoga?

Yoga as a form of bodily therapy began in India thousands of years ago. The original purpose was to calm the wildly galloping mind, which meant sitting still for hours. The position was difficult for the body, and so the stretching movements were introduced. When the body was in balance, the mind had a better chance of calming and quieting down. This way the different aches and pains did not disturb the calming down. There are different variants of yoga. Getting to know the different forms will help you to find the best alternative for you.

Hatha yoga includes muscle stretching in time with breathing. Little by little, the mind will stop wandering and be concentrated on the movement, and prepare the mind for meditation. Yoga is a true method of self-care, but if the mind is unable to settle, the practise is reduced to a form of physical exercise. It is still efficient even as such: several people who practise yoga receive relief to a variety of problems. Today, the health impacts of yoga are medically studied.
Yoga is meant for all, regardless of their philosophy of life. Anyone can deepen theirown religious views and philosophy of life, but practising yoga will not offer instructions for that. Yoga will calm the mind, allowing the real matters of the heart to rise to the conscious level of thought. Yoga is a personal experience for everyone.

The effects of yoga

- Cleanses the body
- Stretching keeps the muscles elastic and prevents injuries
- Develops coordination
- Prevents stress and reduces blood pressure
- Relieves asthma
- Relaxes the body and mind, calming the nervous system
- Helps in digestion and stimulates metabolism
- Affects the hormonal action by e.g. relieving menstrual troubles and symptoms of menopause
- Prevents troubles in the back and shoulder area, and accelerates recovery from any such existing problems
- Helps with insomnia and fatigue
- Eases headaches

Ayurveda lifestyle

Ayurveda - ‘Ayu’ means life, and ‘veda’ means science or knowledge
Ayurveda is a science of life thousands of years old. Its purpose is maintaining and enhancing heatlh and treating illness comprehensively. Ayurveda defines the body constitution according to the three doshas: vata, pitta and kapha.
The dosha can be defined as what easily imbalanced. Usually people are combinations of the doshas, but with one predominant type. Every type is treated individually in the Ayurvedic medicine. People are treated with proper diet, herbs, yoga, massage treatments, music and exercise.
Achieving the balance of the body and mind with suitable treatments, which also contributes to health and healing is the most important goal.

Ayurveda and Beauty

In Ayurveda the health of the skin speaks of the wellbeing of the body and mind. The skin and the body are treated differently according to the season. Ayurveda instructs us in treating the skin with different oils, herbal extracts and herbs that have been found to enhance the wellbeing of the skin like; Neem, Aloe Vera, Turmeric and Gotu Kola.

Three things that enhance the wellbeing of the skin and body
1. Following a healthy diet
2. Getting enough rest
3. Practicing the balance of the body and mind

The Ayurveda constitutions i.e. doshas

VATA: the air and ether element. The vata type may suffer from constipation, insomnia, pains and different symptoms of nervous system as well as phobias. The typical vata skin is dry, especially during the winter.
PITTA: the fire and water element. The typical pitta problems may include gastric ulcer, premature baldness, anger and hatred. The pitta skin is normal or combination, easily irritated and may show redness.
KAPHA: the water element. The kapha type gathers fluids and excess weight. Problems in the sinuses and lungs are also common. The kapha skin is more prone to greasiness and oiliness.

Ayurveda is a holistic way towards healing and its goal is a longer, healthier and more energetic life. The Ayurveda wisdom has been tested for thousands of years and it still remains same.