he ancient art of
Ayurveda is part of the wisdom and lore of
India. Its power and efficacy is recognised across the world. Just like Vaastu,
the origins of Ayurveda can be found in ancient India. The two share a common
language and common goals, that is, to enhance the well being of body, mind and
spirit.
One cannot think of health without the proven system of
Ayurveda. There is so much wisdom to be found in this medical system. A human
body is made up of Panchabhutas (Aakash, Vayu, Agni, Jal and Bhoomi)
and these have a direct effect on the human mind and body. However, man in
order to safeguard himself from the severity of the Panchabhutas constructed the
first house. This automatically created a barrier between him and the elements
and made it all the more essential for him to construct the house only in such a
way that instead of becoming an obstruction, the house becomes a correct
receptor of Panchabhutas.
Ayurveda, which is based on eternal principles, lays stress on
how to live life, which is in harmony with the environment around us. From this
it is easy to understand that human health is greatly affected by the
Panchabhutas. The focus of Ayurveda is on healing, prevention and
rejuvenation of one's health through Ayurveda's system of balance. This balance
is achieved through living in accordance with nature's laws as also by
construction and layout of the house according to Vaastu. Ayurveda also upholds
the existence of csomic energy, which affects both mind and body. In its case,
it takes three individual forms of Vata, Pitta and Kapha.
Putting it simply, both Vaastu and Ayurveda are two sides of the same coin, both
having the potential to heal the mind and body if used correctly.