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11 days ago
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How to cope with dhaaraneeya vegas in a safe and harmless way - #9478

Michael

Dhaaraneeya vegas are the urges that must be controlled and restrained according to Charaka samhita and Ashtanga Hridayam: - Lobha - Irshya - Dvesha - Matsarya - Raga or atiraga - Soka - Bhaya - Krodha - Mana - Lajja - Parusa vacana - Anita vacana - Parapida But how to control and restrain these urges in a safe and harmless way? If one doesn't express them in some healthy and safe way (healthy and safe for the person himself and for society) wouldn't the mere suppression of urges and impulses just displace them into the unconscious? Thus resulting in neurosis and (or) other disorders?

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Dr Sujal Patil
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11 days ago
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To safely control and restrain these urges: Mindfulness and Self-Awareness: The first step is to develop self-awareness and mindfulness to recognize when these urges arise. Meditation, journaling, or reflective practices help in understanding the root cause of these emotions, reducing their hold. Redirecting Energy: Redirecting the energy of these emotions into productive activities can help transform the negative feelings into positive actions. For example, using the energy of anger to engage in physical exercise or channeling feelings of jealousy into self-improvement. Breathing Techniques (Pranayama): Practices like deep breathing or pranayama can help calm the mind, reduce stress, and manage emotions like anger, fear, or anxiety. Techniques like Anulom Vilom (alternate nostril breathing) or Bhastrika (bellows breath) are often used to balance emotions. Yoga and Physical Movement: Engaging in regular yoga or physical exercises can provide an outlet for emotions like anxiety (Soka), anger (Krodha), and restlessness. Certain asanas can help release pent-up emotions in a safe manner. Compassion and Forgiveness: Cultivating compassion and practicing forgiveness can help release negative emotions like anger (Krodha), jealousy (Irshya), and resentment (Matsarya). These practices promote mental peace and prevent the accumulation of emotional blockages. Ayurvedic Herbs and Treatments: Some Ayurvedic herbs like Ashwagandha, Brahmi, and Jatamansi are known for their calming and stress-relieving properties, helping to manage emotional imbalances and support mental clarity. Channeling Emotions Constructively: Rather than suppressing urges, it’s important to express them in constructive ways. For example, talking through frustrations with a trusted friend or seeking professional counseling can prevent emotions from being bottled up, which could otherwise lead to psychological issues.

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11 days ago
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According to Ayurveda, specifically in the Charaka Samhita and Ashtanga Hridayam, Dhaaraneeya Vegas (the urges or impulses that should be controlled) include a range of emotions and behaviors that can affect mental and physical health if not properly managed. These include desires like greed (Lobha), jealousy (Irshya), anger (Krodha), fear (Bhaya), and others. Ayurveda emphasizes that these urges should not simply be suppressed, as doing so can lead to harmful consequences like neurosis or psychological imbalances. Instead, Ayurveda encourages the mindful management and redirection of these emotions and impulses in healthy ways. To safely control and restrain these urges: Mindfulness and Self-Awareness: The first step is to develop self-awareness and mindfulness to recognize when these urges arise. Meditation, journaling, or reflective practices help in understanding the root cause of these emotions, reducing their hold. Redirecting Energy: Redirecting the energy of these emotions into productive activities can help transform the negative feelings into positive actions. For example, using the energy of anger to engage in physical exercise or channeling feelings of jealousy into self-improvement. Breathing Techniques (Pranayama): Practices like deep breathing or pranayama can help calm the mind, reduce stress, and manage emotions like anger, fear, or anxiety. Techniques like Anulom Vilom (alternate nostril breathing) or Bhastrika (bellows breath) are often used to balance emotions. Yoga and Physical Movement: Engaging in regular yoga or physical exercises can provide an outlet for emotions like anxiety (Soka), anger (Krodha), and restlessness. Certain asanas can help release pent-up emotions in a safe manner. Compassion and Forgiveness: Cultivating compassion and practicing forgiveness can help release negative emotions like anger (Krodha), jealousy (Irshya), and resentment (Matsarya). These practices promote mental peace and prevent the accumulation of emotional blockages. Ayurvedic Herbs and Treatments: Some Ayurvedic herbs like Ashwagandha, Brahmi, and Jatamansi are known for their calming and stress-relieving properties, helping to manage emotional imbalances and support mental clarity. Channeling Emotions Constructively: Rather than suppressing urges, it’s important to express them in constructive ways. For example, talking through frustrations with a trusted friend or seeking professional counseling can prevent emotions from being bottled up, which could otherwise lead to psychological issues. By integrating these practices into daily life, one can avoid the harmful consequences of suppression and transform emotional urges into opportunities for growth and healing. In this way, Ayurveda suggests not simply suppressing these impulses, but understanding and managing them through holistic practices that nurture the body, mind, and spirit.
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