Ah, this topic around the “Nazar” or evil eye is as much a matter of cultural beliefs as it is spiritual practice. In Ayurveda, while there’s no formal doctrine on this, the concept does intersect with balancing energies and the harmonizing of one’s surroundings. Now, about the rituals you’ve mentioned, let’s unwrap 'em a bit.
Starting with rock salt or red chilies approach, this is one rooted deeply in traditional practice. The idea is to absorb and then expel negative energies. You take the rock salt or whole red chilies and wave them around a person head in a circular motion, usually three or seven times. Then, the salt or chili is burnt or discarded, symbolically breaking the cycle of negativity. You could, perhaps do this during a waning moon phase, which traditionally supports the removal of undesirable things.
Moving to mustard seeds, camphor, and ghee for a puja, they indeed carry symbolic properties. In Ayurveda, mustard seeds are considered to have cleansing properties, camphor is known for its purifying aroma, and ghee represents life-sustaining energy. Light a diya (lamp) with these ingredients as offerings, while focusing on shedding unwanted energies.
About mantras, chanting the Gayatri Mantra or something similar can raise vibrational energy, adding potency to the ritual. Reciting it 11 or 108 times - a number considered sacred, can enhance one’s spiritual shield.
Distinguishing Nazar from other causes requires a bit of intuition matched with observation - frequent headaches, disturbed sleep patterns, or even repeated misfortunes could be cues. Look for patterns over time instead of isolated incidents. Whatever the source, maintaining a balanced lifestyle and diet according to your prakriti can be grounding.
For preventatives, black threads or talismans work by altering an energy field, it’s more about faith and intention than strict science. Placing lemon-and-chili at entrances or mirrors to deflect negativity are traditional safeguards. Ensure these are positioned correctly, outside a door, not facing inwards.
Incorporating these into daily life can be as simple or elaborate as you choose. Regular cleansing rituals, good nutrition, yoga or meditation can help maintain inner harmony and resilience against negative influences. Life’s about balance, after all.
