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Mental health - #20562

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Not trusting yourself or the world. Constant fatigue. Lack of interest in anything. Feeling pain without crying (or sometimes, not being able to cry at all). • Life feeling meaningless. Everything happening in front of your eyes, but no effect on your heart. This syms with me right now Living the day in a “mechanical” way (eat, sleep, wake up, etc.). Everything feeling unreal — people, things, time.

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Hello you have any stress ? Or have any emotional issues in life ? If so then you need to overcome it & need a counselling…

Kindly visit any Ayurvedic doctor physically will advice panchakarma procedures like shirodhara & others… Will give you good results 👍

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Zee
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348 days ago

But ma am I m overseas and yes one year I had depression anxiety after my months death and after that in job same issues faced again I had depression anxiety

Avoid addiction if any. Avoid spicy, oily and processed food Regular exercise and meditation. Devlop your hobby which make you happy. Cap.Brahmi 2-0-2 Ashwagandharishta 15ml twice with lukewarm water after meal

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Medha vati- Ashwagandha capsule- 1 tab twice daily after food with lukewarm water Saraswathi aristha- 4 tsp with equal quantity of water twice daily after food Do regular pranayama/ meditation

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It sounds like you’re going through a challenging phase, where disconnection, fatigue, and a lack of interest are significantly affecting your life. In Ayurveda, these symptoms can indicate an imbalance in your doshas, particularly Vata, which governs the nervous system and mental well-being. Vata imbalance may lead to feelings of detachment, lack of motivation, and even a sense of unreality. Let’s explore how you might begin to find balance and reconnect with yourself and your environment.

Firstly, focusing on your daily routine, or dinacharya, can create a structure that supports your mental and physical health. Consider waking up early, around sunrise. Start your day with a tongue scraping and oil pulling, it helps remove toxins and stimulate digestion. Then a gentle nine stretches and deep breathing (pranayama) can ground Vata by providing calmness.

Food plays a crucial role in mental wellness. Opt for warm, nourishing meals like kitchari or soups that are easy to digest. Favor foods that are sweet, sour and salty which can help pacify Vata. Avoid cold, raw foods that might aggravate it. Also, regular meal times are essential to stabilize digestive fire, or agni.

Herbs like Ashwagandha and Brahmi can also support mental clarity and energy levels. Ashwagandha may help with strength and stress management while Brahmi could enhance cognitive functions and support emotional well-being.

In addition Ayurveda recommends Abhyanga, or full body massage with sesame oil, to soothe the nervous system and foster a feeling of warmth and security. It’s good for grounding scattered thoughts and stabilizing emotions.

It’s important to integrate mindfullness in everyday actions – be it eating or walking. Pay attention to the sensations, the textures, the sights. Such conscious awareness can help anchor you in the present.

However, if symptoms persist or worsen, seeking counsel from a mental health professional is crucial, as these could also be indicative of depression or other mental health concerns that require more immediate attention. Balancing Ayurvedic approaches with professional advice creates a holistic way to navigate through life’s tougher periods.

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