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| Abhyanga | A full body massage using warm herbal oil to balance all of the Doshas, improve circulation and detoxification, heal and prevent disease, and centre the mind. |
| Agni | Known as the digestive fire, which is responsible for digestion, absorption and assimilation of all that is consumed (including food, nutrients and everything perceived via the sensory portals eyes, ears, nose, tongue and skin). Agnis function is to transform matter into tissues, energy and consciousness. |
| Ahimsa | The philosophy of non-violence towards all living, sentient beings. |
| Alkaline | A pH measure of over 7 that creates a protective environment within the body where disease cannot exist. |
| Ama | A toxic residue that can accumulate in the body when food, herbs, emotions or experiences are not fully processed, digested or assimilated. Ama often resides within the weakest or compromised parts of the body; this is where disease is bred. |
| Ayurveda | An ancient system of healing translated as the science of life that dates back 5000 years and is known as the original system of healthcare, with deep roots in Indian Vedic culture. |
| Dinacharya | Translated as daily routine, designed to provide structure and to align our bodies with the natural rhythms of nature while nourishing the body, mind and spirit through self-care, bathing, meditation, yoga, spirituality, regular meals and sleep practices. |
| Dosha | A body of functional energy known as either Vata, Pitta and Kapha, comprising certain elements (Space, Air, Fire, Water, Earth) found in nature and within the body, which is used to identify imbalances and restore harmony. |
| Holistic | A system designed to consider all facets of disease manifestation and treatment protocols, including diet, lifestyle, social, mental and physical factors, where the root cause is investigated and removed, rather than treating symptoms alone. |
| Homeostasis | A state in which the body is balanced; the base level before disease or stress occurs. |
| Kapha | One of the three Doshas (functional energies); Kapha is comprised of the Earth and Water elements and governs structure and stability; it is heavy, slow, cool, oily, smooth, dense, soft, stable, gross and cloudy. |
| Malas | The three forms of waste produced by the body in order to effectively eliminate and detoxify, including urine, faeces and sweat. |
| Ojas | A tangible liquid or life-force energy surrounding every cell that offers protection and resistance, creating the basis of physical strength, stamina, longevity and immunity. Ojas is the end product of healthy digestion. |
| Pakti | The process of cooking food to aid digestion. |
| Pancha Maha Boutas | Known as the Five Great Elements, which include Space, Air, Fire, Water and Earth, of which everything on earth is made up in varying quantities. |
| Pitta | One of the three Doshas (functional energies); Pitta is comprised of the Fire and Water elements, and governs transformation; it is hot, sharp, oily and spreading. |
| Prabhava | An innate intelligence that inspires a change within the body that cannot be explained by logic or reason. |
| Prakriti | The unique Doshic constitution (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) of an individual determined at conception, which inspires their physical, emotional and mental disposition. |
| Prana | Vital life-force energy ingested through breath, as well as pure foods and clean water, that fuels the body and mind to inspire longevity, clarity of mind, intelligence, perception and fluid communication. |
| Pranayama | Yogic breathing practices that carry Prana throughout the body and mind to increase awareness, consciousness and mental clarity while releasing stagnant energy from within to prepare for meditation. |
| Rasa | Translated as taste or flavour, relating both to food and life itself; the juiciness of an experience that promotes internal joy, which feeds the body and spirit. |
| Rasayana | A substance or experience that nourishes Rasa and in turn strengthens all of the bodily tissues, the immune system and the mind. |
| Ritucharya | Translated as seasonal routine, designed to promote balance throughout the changing cycles of the year based on our environment and the ever-changing patterns of nature and the seasons. |
| Sadhana | Anything that is practised with awareness, discipline and the intention of spiritual growth. |
| Sanskrit | Classical language of India in which Vedic texts were recorded. Known as the perfect language, every letter and word is designed to resonate a potent vibration. |
| Sneha | Translated with two direct meanings, oil and love, referring to the application of oil, or abhyanga, as a practice of love. |
| Srotas | A physical or energetic pathway or channel that carries substances or energy from one place to another within the body. |
| Symbiotic | To live harmoniously with multiple species or as part of nature without any disruption to the fundamental aspects of the environment. |
| Svastha | Described as a state of optimum health and wellbeing gained through having balanced Doshas, a calm mind, healthy bodily tissues, effective elimination processes and strong Agni. |
| Tapas | The power associated with the confidence to shake off any dispelling beliefs about yourself, your potential or the reasoning behind your action. In Sanskrit, Tapas means to heat or burn up, referring to the way discipline burns off the space for negative self-talk and self-imposed limitations. |
| Tamasic | One of the three universal energies (Sattva, Tamas, Rajas) that relates to heavy, dormant or destructive energy. |
| Trataka | A form of meditation that involves open-eye gazing at a small flame. |
| Tridoshic | Pacifying or balancing for all three Doshas: Vata, Pitta and Kapha. |
| Vata | One of the three Doshas (functional energies); Vata is comprised of the Space and Air elements and governs movement and communication; it is light, cold, dry, rough, mobile, subtle and clear. |
| Vedic | A period of time in India (approximately 1750500 BC) in which the Vedas (original texts on Ayurveda and yoga) were composed. |
| Vikriti | The current doshic constitution (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) of an individual, determined by any imbalances within the body and mind. |
| Yoga | Translated as union, relating to the physical practice of asanas (postures) designed to unite the body and mind to strengthen meditation while also promoting the flexibility and strength of the physical body. |
After a life-long exploration of alternative living, sustainability, natural medicine, plant-based cooking, yoga & meditation, Chasca Summerville embarked on the journey of Ayurveda while exploring the diverse and colourful lands of India in 2017 on a mission to deepen her practice of yoga. Instantly connecting with the ancient science of Ayurveda, she put her career as a filmmaker on hold to study, and obtained a Diploma of Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation from the Ayurveda College in Byron Bay, Australia.
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