Ayurvedic Concept of Mind
AC106 50 Hrs/12 Lessons
Synopsis: Students shall be able to understand the philosophical concept of mind, consciousness, soul the seven chakras and five layers called five koshas. Student shall be able to assess the prakrti of the mind-situated in Sattva, Tamas and Rajas.
Lesson Outline
- Lesson 1 Introduction to Ayurveda's perspective on Manasa (mental health)
- Lesson 2 Location, Function of manas and manohava srotas
- Lesson 3 Soul or atma Consciousness-in living beings
- .Lesson 4 Manasa Prakrti-Sattva, Rajas, and Tamasa
- Lesson 5 Doshas and the Mind
- Lesson 6- Meditation and its benefits. Application of meditation
- Lesson 7- textual study, Ayurvedic, spiritual or psychological counseling
- Lesson 8- chanting, imagery, prayer, and ritual to meet the needs of the individual
- Lesson 9 Seven Chakras and Prana Koshas
- Lesson 10 Ahara and Vihara Cikitsa for Manasa
- Lesson 11 Interview and meditation techniques
- Lesson 12 Herbs and Pranayama support for the mind
