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From Modern Medicine to Ancient Wisdom: Part 2:

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Part 2 — From Modern Medicine to Ancient Tradition The Shift From Reductionism to Wholeness If modern medicine often divides the body into organs and systems, the ancient Indian sciences begin with the opposite view — that life is one interconnected field. Illness is not seen as an isolated event but as a disturbance in the harmony of forces that sustain us. Whether expressed as dosha, guna, or prana, the message is the same: health is the rhythm of balance between body, mind, and subtle energies. Ayurveda: Understanding the Root, Not Chasing the Symptom In Ayurveda, a symptom is not an enemy to suppress but a message to interpret. The root of disease lies not only in pathogens but in digestive strength, accumulation of ama (toxins), emotional habits, and lifestyle that has drifted away from nature’s rhythm. Simple everyday patterns — late nights, irregular meals, screens before sleep, chronic stress — slowly weaken digestion, disturb sleep, and dull immunity. Modern medicine may off...
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From Modern Medicine to Ancient Wisdom : Part 1

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The Achievements of Modern Science We live in an age of astonishing medical progress. Modern medicine, as we know it today, has undoubtedly saved countless lives. Its triumphs are extraordinary — emergency care, trauma management, surgical precision, and infectious disease control are among its greatest strengths. Science has stretched its reach into the most delicate tissues of the body; machines can scan, measure, and map almost every function of our cells.
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How to Prepare for a Successful Meditation

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We all sit down to meditate with the hope that our minds will grow calm and silent. But very often, the opposite happens. The moment the eyes close, the thoughts begin to multiply. The body feels restless — the knees ache, the back tenses up, the breathing becomes uneven. The more we try to be still, the more fidgety we feel.  Why does this happen? Why does something as simple as “just sitting quietly” feel so difficult?  The truth is, when the body and nervous system are in a state of tension, meditation doesn’t come easily. When we are in that “fight or flight” mode — what science calls the sympathetic nervous state — the body is alert and ready for action, not rest. Even if we close our eyes, the inner system is on guard. The heart beats faster, the mind scans for problems, and the muscles stay slightly contracted. In such a condition, stillness feels almost unnatural. 
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