Stress management

Stress is a state of mental and physical pressure resulting from an imbalance between specific demands and the individual’s ability and motivation to meet those demands. In a stressful event our body produces larger quantities of the chemicals cortisol, adrenaline and noradrenaline, which trigger a higher heart rate, and sweating: 

Causes:                           

• Workplace stress
• Emotional stress
• Trauma
• Fear
• Financial Burden
• Lack of sleep
• Anxiety

Complications:

Weakened Immune System, Hypertension, Headaches, Depression, Heart Diseases, Gastrointestinal problems, Accelerated aging.

Ayurveda’s Role:

Stress is not a problem but how we react to the stressors causes the problem. An imbalance in 3 main mental functions: Dhi (learning), Dhriti (retention) and Smriti (long-term memory) along with a paucity of ‘Ojas’(energy) in the body; makes us unable to deal with stress. 

At Shathayu, the Stress Management Program comprises of various relaxation techniques like Sunidra to relieve the body from stress piled up over the years, and raise the Ojas (energy) level of the body by bringing a proper hormonal balance and improving blood circulation. It is focuses on strengthening the mental vigor to be able to cope up with stress in any situation thereby enhancing sound sleep, stimulated nervous system and a healthier body.

Sunidra:

Duration: 7 days (Sarvanga abhyanga and sweda, Shirodhara)