Ayurveda with Coloring: Student Handbook

Being an Ayurvedic student from the West poses specific, unique challenges. This in-depth Indian medical system, combined with the sheer volume of Sanskrit texts, complicates the learning task, adding more difficulties for international students. Despite those challenges, Ayurveda is becoming globally recognized for its natural healing powers. The fundamentals of Ayurvedic wisdom hold countless keys to unlocking what is needed to address many modern-day, real-life ailments and help one navigate a path designed for one's own best version of health..This handbook is a personal "mind map," so while you study, allow your creativity and sense of play to emerge. This book aims to transform what could be a mundane memorization task into a more enjoyable and fun experience while making the information easily digestible. Allow yourself to color and doodle on the pages using the diagrams and illustrations provided.Organized into five chapters: "Basic Principles," "Brief History of Ayurveda," "Herbs and Spices," "Women's Health," and "Marma Therapy,"– this book strives to provide a comprehensive foundation in Ayurveda, from beginner to experienced practitioner. The index section includes bonus reference charts and scales widely used in Western medicine for easy reference.Many can benefit from this comprehensive reference guide: Ayurvedic Students and Practitioners who are preparing for their NAMA board exams (NAMA: National Ayurvedic Medical Association); anyone starting an Ayurveda program; yoga teachers and trainees who are looking to deepen their knowledge of holistic healing through incorporating this sister science of Ayurveda; and anyone brand new to Ayurveda.Ayurveda is more than a science; it is an art of living. May you find this journey as rewarding as I have. Let this handbook be your companion on your exploration as you unravel the profound wisdom and secrets that Ayurveda holds. Namaste! Read more