The Heart of Ancient Ayurvedic Wisdom

The word “Ayurveda” means the science of life. According to ancient Sanskrit language, the real essence of life includes: Body, senses, mind and soul. Within this life, nature offers us air, fire, water and earth embedded in space, which is found within the heart of every individual. Our mind can be compared to space and wind which moves around the cellular structure of our entire nervous system itself. This is called Vata Dosha which is responsible for everything that moves within the body. The element of earth is expressed as the physical body in the form of nails, hair, bones and muscles. The senses have a direct relationship with nature through the vehicle of sound, sight, smell, taste, and touch . We can smell the earth, taste that which is made up of water, see and perceive things through the gift of fire, hear from the sound waves which are filtered through space and touch through the element of air. The eyes are the fire of the soul and it is said that the soul is seen through the illuminating light of the eyes. Thus, all that is outside in terms of nature is inside of this very sacred self. Through the unity of elements we find the universe lives inside of us and our hearts are the center of the universe. Contained within our heart is the vastness of space and love. The great sage: Shri Ramana Maharshi says: “The entire universe is in the body and the whole body is in the Heart. Hence the universe is contained within the Heart. The Heart is to the body what the sun is to the world. Just as the sun gives light to the moon, the Heart gives light to the mind”

Margo practices Ayurveda in Haiku Maui. She was certified in India under Dr. V. Lad, and Dr. S. Joshi. She offers 7 Day Ayurvedic Cleanses, consultations and workshops. 808-250-7161 oramritamarg@gmail.com.