I m bipolar type 2. Iam taking fluxotine 20mg regularly. I want to do my body mind and soul transform and - #28315

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Kind Regards, Dr.Isha Ashok Bhardwaj.

For the symptoms you’re experiencing, considering an Ayurvedic approach may be beneficial alongside your current medications. First, it’s essential to help balance your Vata dosha, as symptoms such as overthinking, procrastination, and anxiety typically indicate a Vata imbalance.

Start by making small dietary changes. Favor warm, cooked meals with good fats, spices like cumin, coriander, and ginger which can support digestion and help calm Vata. It might be beneficial to avoid dry, cold foods and caffeinated drinks that agitate the mind further.

Integrating a daily routine can provide stability. Try to wake up, eat, and go to bed at the same time every day. Prioritize 7-8 hours of quality sleep to counteract fatigue and excessive napping during the day. Applying warm sesame oil to your body before a shower can be grounding and reduce stress.

For mental clarity, practice mindfulness or meditation for at least 15 minutes daily. Breathe deeply, focusing on your inhalation and exhalation to bring mindfulness to your routine, helping to alleviate rumination and the feeling of being overwhelmed.

Ashwagandha, an adaptogenic herb, could provide support for your mental health. A recommended dose can be around 500 mg with warm milk before bed, but check with your healthcare provider due to your existing medication.

Consider practicing a calming yoga routine emphasizing gentle poses that encourage relaxation and focus, like Child’s Pose, Forward Bend, and Corpse Pose.

While financial stress deeply affects mental well-being, focusing on these small daily wellness practices can create a foundation for you to rebuild from. Always consult with a professional if you’re considering changes to your medication or for a deeper analysis of your unique constitution. If you encounter intense distress, don’t hesitate to seek immediate help.

HELLO MANISH,

-Bipolar type 2 means your mood goes through episodes of depression (low energy, sadness, oversleeping, hopelessness ) and hypomania (mild high mood, energy, impulsive behaviour) -The main challenge= more depression episodes than highs-> causing fatigue, overthinking, procrastination, and sleep problems -It’s biological (brain chemicals), psychological (stress, thought patterns), and social (loss, crisis)

FROM AYURVEDA -This condition is mainly due to vata imbalance (restlessness, overthinking, mood swings) mixed with kapha imbalance (lethargy, oversleeping, procastination) -It is also aggravated by Tamas guna (mental inertia, hopelessness, negative thought cycle_ -Goal of Ayurveda= restore balance of vata-kapha and increase sattva guna (clarity, peace, positivity)

TREATMENT GOALS -Stabilize mind and emotions reduce mood swings, calm overthinking -improve energy and reduce lethargy -enhance clarity and positivity -rebuild body-mind strength -support long term lifestyle balance to prevent relapse

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) FOR MIND AND NERVES

-Brahmi capsules= 500mg cap with water in morning =improves memory, calms mind

-Jatamansi churna= 500mg with warm milk at night =grounding, improves sleep, reduces rumination

-Shankhapushpi syrup= 1 tsp at night =reduces anxiety, helps focus

2) ADAPTOGENS (for stress and mood stabilisation )

-Ashwagandha churna= 1 tsp with warm milk in morning and night =reduces stress, stabilises mood

-Guduchi powder= 2 gm daily with warm water in morning

DURATION= minimum 3 months

EXTERNAL THERAPY

1) OIL MASSAGE= warm sesame oil + brahmi oil daily =calms vata, reduces anxiety

2) NASYA= 2 drops of brahmi oil in nostril in morning =nourishes brain channels

3) Steam = detoxifies kapha

YOGA ASANAS -Surya namaskar -trikonasana -bhujangasana -setu bandhasana -balasana

PRANAYAM -Nadi sodhana= balances left/right brain -Bhramari= calms anxiety -Bhastrika/kapalbhati= stimulates energy

MEDITATION -Mindfullness meditation= 10-15 min -Mantra chanting (Om Name Shivaya, Gayatri for sattva)

DIET -Favour warm, light, spiced food-> balances Kapha and vata -Avoid heavy , oily, fried, cold foods-> increase dullness

GOOD FOODS -Grains= barley, millet, red rice -Veggies= leafy greens , pumpkin, carrot, bottle gourd -Fruits= pomegranate, apple, papaya -Spices= ginger, black pepper, turmeric, cumin

AVOID= excess sugar, curd at night, alcohol, junk food

HOME REMEDIES -Warm turmeric milk at night -ginger tea in morning -brahmi tea -oil massage of feet with warm ghee before sleep

LIFESTYLE -early wake up -fixed daily routine -avoid day sleep -spend time in morning sunlight -engage in small purposeful activities - gardening, journaling, helping others

MANISH JI, Remember -Bipolar II is manageable. Many people live full lives with the right mix of medicine, Ayurveda, therapy, and routine -Ayurveda focuses on discipline, balance, and rejuvination- not just symptom control -Don’t stop fluoxetine suddenly, combine modern psychiatry+ ayurveda + lifestyle -Healing is step by step-> don’t try to transform everything overnight. Even 1% daily improvement leads to a big change -Financial and career building will also improve once your mind-body energy stabilises

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

Don’t worry take manasamithra vatakam 1tab bd,Yogendra ras 1tab bd,shankapushipi 20ml bd enough

It seems these challenges reflect deeper imbalances in your body and mind, areas where Ayurveda can offer insight. Your symptoms hint at a possible imbalance in the vata dosha, which governs movement and activity in the body, leading to feelings of restlessness and overthinking. Too much vata can lead to instability in thinking patterns, as well as irregular and excessive sleeping.

To address this, consider grounding and stabilizing vata through diet and lifestyle. Favor warm, cooked foods with healthy fats like ghee, and sesame oil. Including spices like ginger, cumin, and cinnamon may help ignite your digestive fire or agni, which helps absorb nutrients efficiently, feeding both body and mind.

Regular routine is key. Sleep and rise at the same time daily to stabilize body rhythms. Morning routines can include oil massage (abhyanga) with warm sesame oil to calm the nervous system and enhance mental clarity. A short walk in nature, deep breathing exercises or pranayama, such as ujjayi breath, can also aid in grounding vata energies.

On the medicinal side, herbs like ashwagandha and shankhapushpi are traditionally used in Siddha-Ayurveda to balance mental stress and support the nervous system. It’s essential to consult with a local practitioner who can provide personalized advice and ensure herbs will not interact with your medications.

Since you’re facing significant stressors, including financial crises, it’s advisable to combine these natural approaches with mental health support from modern medicine. Continuous communication with your general practitioner or psychiatrist is important to navigate any adjustments safely.