From Modern Medicine to Ancient Wisdom: Part 2:
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...