Ayurvedic Healing And Beyond

Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)
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In Ayurveda we say, health is the foundation to enjoy the beauty of life. This podcast is a guide for you to reconnect with the most powerful, natural healing resources in order to benefit from optimal health and vitality. We will give you simple tools and practical advice to easily integrate herbal remedies and ancient healing methods such as meditation, breathing practices and ayurvedic nutrition into your modern lifestyle. Tune in and be inspired by enlightening stories from genuine healers around the world and individuals sharing how natural healing transformed their life.

  1. 1d ago

    #285 Why Healing Begins Beyond the Physical Body with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay) and Guru Yogi Shivanji

    What if healing begins long before medicine reaches the body? In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj sits down with Guru Yogi Shivanji exploring mantra, consciousness, healing, and the relationship between the physical and subtle dimensions of our existence. Together, they discuss why Ayurveda views the mind as the bridge between the body and consciousness, the limitations of our senses, and how ancient teachings often describe reality in ways that resonate with emerging ideas in modern science. The conversation also explores the meaning of detachment, the purpose of spiritual practice, how breath influences the mind, and why many of our emotional and physical patterns begin long before symptoms appear. Rather than asking listeners to believe blindly, this episode invites us to question, observe, and experience these teachings for ourselves. Episode Highlights From scepticism to spiritual inquiry Mantra: Medicine for the mind Body, mind, and consciousness Pancha Kosha, Sthula and Sukshma explained The limits of sensory perception Quantum physics Vs ancient wisdom Awareness & attention influence healing The three states of consciousness Timestamps 00:00 – 07:42 – From Scepticism to the Science of Mantra 07:42 – 15:30 – Body, Mind & Consciousness: The Missing Link 15:30 – 24:20 – Pancha Kosha, Sukshma Sharira & The Nature of Reality 24:20 – 34:10 – Spirituality, Detachment & The Meaning of a Tyagi 34:10 – 45:25 – Mantra, Quantum Physics & The Power of Thought 45:25 – 54:45 – Healing the Mind, Breaking Patterns & The Role of Breath 54:45 – 01:01:11 – Consciousness, Liberation & A Preview of Episode 2 About Guru Yogi Shivanji Guru Yogi Shivanji is a teacher of Siddha wisdom, yoga, mantra, and consciousness whose work integrates ancient Indian spiritual traditions with practical approaches to inner transformation. Through decades of study, practice, and teaching, he explores the relationship between the body, mind, breath, and consciousness, helping seekers understand the deeper principles behind healing and self-realisation. About Dr Vignesh Devraj Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma. If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj, please find the details here: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-ist If you are economically challenged, please use the form below to request a free Ayurvedic consultation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA – ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata governs Prana, the nervous system, movement, and our emotional well-being. In Ayurveda, balancing Vata is considered one of the most important aspects of healing. This comprehensive online course includes over 6 hours of practical teachings, downloadable notes, and simple tools you can integrate into daily life. Link: https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information, kindly visit: www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com Instagram – @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevraj Twitter – @VigneshDevraj We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast so you never miss a new episode. Thank you for your support. Disclaimer: We strongly recommend that the content discussed in these episodes should not be used as medical advice or as a substitute for professional medical care.

    #285 Why Healing Begins Beyond the Physical Body with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay) and Guru Yogi Shivanji

  2. Jul 22

    #284 The Hidden Message Behind Anger: What It's Really Trying To Tell You with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)

    The body rarely goes from health to illness overnight. Poor sleep, acidity, fatigue, weight gain, and stress are often early signals that your body is asking for help not symptoms to ignore. Don’t wait for your body to demand attention. Begin your healing journey today with Sitaram Retreats, with a century old legacy of Ayurvedic Healing. Read the success stories of guests who rediscovered their health with Sitaram Retreat: https://sitaramretreat.com/success-stories/ Click here to the first step to healthier version of yourself: https://sitaramretreat.com/ BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata is responsible for Prana, the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery. With over 6 hours of content and notes filled with practical insights that can be integrated into our lives. Link: https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information, kindly visit: www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com Anger is often described as something to suppress, control, or avoid. But what if anger is not the problem? In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj explores anger through the lens of psychology, Ayurveda, and spirituality, revealing that anger is often a messenger rather than the enemy itself. Beneath every outburst may be a deeper emotion asking to be heard: hurt, fear, grief, disrespect, or the need for healthy boundaries. Dr Vignesh explains the difference between destructive anger that protects the ego and creative anger that protects truth, justice, and dignity. He also discusses why people with chronic anger often struggle to express vulnerability, how unresolved emotional wounds affect the body, and what Ayurveda teaches about the relationship between anger, Pitta, inflammation, digestion, and chronic pain. Rather than encouraging suppression, this episode offers a practical framework for transforming anger into awareness, healing, and purposeful action. Episode Highlights: Understanding the true purpose of anger Creative vs destructive anger The hidden wound beneath anger Ayurveda's perspective on Pitta & anger Why attachment fuels anger Transforming anger into purposeful action Timestamps: 00:00 – 03:50: What Is Anger Really Trying To Tell You? 03:50 – 07:50: The Hidden Pain Beneath Anger 07:50 – 11:20: Ayurveda, Pitta & The Physiology Of Anger 11:20 – 15:50: Attachment, Expectations & The Bhagavad Gita 15:50 – 19:50: When Anger Becomes A Force For Change 19:50 – 22:55: Choosing Your Battles & Channelling Anger Wisely About Dr Vignesh Devraj Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma. If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj, please find the details in this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-ist If you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform Instagram - @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevraj Twitter - @VigneshDevraj We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast so you never miss any new episodes. Thank you for your support. Disclaimer: We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions.

    #284 The Hidden Message Behind Anger: What It's Really Trying To Tell You with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)

  3. Jul 15

    #283 The Deeper Lessons Of Mount Kailash: Faith, Surrender & Purpose with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay) & Vardhini Seetharaman

    The body rarely goes from health to illness overnight. Poor sleep, acidity, fatigue, weight gain, and stress are often early signals that your body is asking for help not symptoms to ignore. Don’t wait for your body to demand attention. Begin your healing journey today with Sitaram Retreats, with a century old legacy of Ayurvedic Healing. Read the success stories of guests who rediscovered their health with Sitaram Retreat: https://sitaramretreat.com/success-stories/ Click here to the first step to healthier version of yourself: www.sitaramretreat.com BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata is responsible for Prana, the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery. With over 6 hours of content and notes filled with practical insights that can be integrated into our lives. Link: https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information, kindly visit: www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com For centuries, Mount Kailash has drawn seekers from across the world, not simply as a destination, but as a place of profound transformation. In this conversation, Dr. Vignesh Devraj is joined by author and Kailash pilgrim Vardhini Seetharaman to explore what truly unfolds during the sacred Kailash Parikrama. Together, they discuss why Kailash is far more than a high-altitude trek. Through stories of uncertainty, hardship, devotion, surrender, and unexpected grace, they reflect on how the pilgrimage strips away comfort, challenges the ego, and leaves lessons that last long after returning home. The conversation explores Yama Dwar, the practice of letting go, preparing the mind as much as the body, and why faith becomes our greatest strength when plans fall apart. Whether you hope to visit Mount Kailash or are navigating uncertainty in life, this episode offers timeless insights into resilience, spirituality, and trusting the journey. Episode Highlights: The call of Kailash Preparing for Kailash The symbolism of Yama Dwar Living with uncertainty Faith & surrender Letting go of control Lessons from Kailash Kailash & Inner Transformation Timestamps: 00:00 – 06:45 – The Call of Kailash 06:45 – 13:15 – Beyond Physical Strength 13:15 – 18:55 – Yama Dwar & Letting Go 18:55 – 25:35 – Uncertainty as a Teacher 25:35 – 31:40 – Grace & Miracles 31:40 – 37:55 – Trusting the Journey 37:55 – 40:55 – Lessons Beyond Kailash 40:55 – 45:10 – Preparing for Kailash 45:10 – 49:40 – Every Journey Is Different 49:40 – 56:40 – Beyond Comfort 56:40 – 01:00:15 – Miles to Mahadev 01:00:15 – 01:02:31 – Why Kailash Calls You Back About Vardhini Seetharaman Vardhini Seetharaman is a spiritual traveller, speaker, and author of Miles to Mahadev, a travel memoir chronicling her pilgrimages to Kailash, Adi Kailash, and Om Parvat. She inspires others to prepare not just physically, but mentally and spiritually for these sacred journeys. About Dr Vignesh Devraj Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma. If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj, please find the details in this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-ist If you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform Instagram – @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevraj Twitter – @VigneshDevraj We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast so you never miss any new episodes. Thank you for your support. Disclaimer: We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions.

    #283 The Deeper Lessons Of Mount Kailash: Faith, Surrender & Purpose with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay) & Vardhini Seetharaman

  4. Jul 8

    #282 What Mount Kailash Taught Me About Uncertainty & Letting Go with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)

    The body rarely goes from health to illness overnight. Poor sleep, acidity, fatigue, weight gain, and stress are often early signals that your body is asking for help not symptoms to ignore. Don’t wait for your body to demand attention. Begin your healing journey today with Sitaram Retreats, with a century old legacy of Ayurvedic Healing. Read the success stories of guests who rediscovered their health with Sitaram Retreat: https://sitaramretreat.com/success-stories/ Click here to the first step to healthier version of yourself: https://sitaramretreat.com/ BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata is responsible for Prana, the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery. With over 6 hours of content and notes filled with practical insights that can be integrated into our lives. Link: https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information, kindly visit: www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com For over two decades, visiting Mount Kailash remained one of Dr Vignesh Devraj's deepest spiritual aspirations. In this deeply personal episode, he shares his experience of finally completing the sacred Kailash Parikrama, not simply as a physical trek, but as a profound journey of surrender, uncertainty, devotion, and inner transformation. From navigating unpredictable weather, high-altitude challenges, and physical exhaustion to witnessing extraordinary acts of faith, this conversation explores what Kailash teaches beyond the pilgrimage itself. Dr Vignesh reflects on the symbolism of letting go at Yama Dwar, the lessons hidden within discomfort, and how uncertainty becomes one of life's greatest spiritual teachers. Rather than being a travel diary, this episode is an invitation to examine how we respond when life refuses to follow our plans, and why true transformation often begins when we stop trying to control every outcome. Episode Highlights: Preparing for the Kailash Parikrama Lessons from uncertainty & surrender The meaning of Yama Dwar Letting go before moving forward Facing fear at high altitude Devotion beyond physical endurance What Mount Kailash taught me Trusting life instead of controlling it Timestamps: 00:00 – 05:45: A Dream Two Decades In The Making 05:45 – 10:30: Beginning The Sacred Parikrama 10:30 – 15:45: Enduring The Mountain's Greatest Challenges 15:45 – 21:30: Devotion, Ego & The Meaning Of Letting Go 21:30 – 26:30: The Spiritual Lessons Of Kailash 26:30 – 31:42: Returning Home With A Different Perspective About Dr Vignesh Devraj Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma. If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj, please find the details in this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-ist If you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform Instagram - @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevraj Twitter - @VigneshDevraj We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast so you never miss any new episodes. Thank you for your support. Disclaimer: We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions.

    #282 What Mount Kailash Taught Me About Uncertainty & Letting Go with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)

  5. Jul 1

    #281 The Art of Letting Go: Guided Meditation with Dr Vignesh Devraj, MD (Ay)

    The body rarely goes from health to illness overnight. Poor sleep, acidity, fatigue, weight gain, and stress are often early signals that your body is asking for help not symptoms to ignore. Don’t wait for your body to demand attention. Begin your healing journey today with Sitaram Retreats, with a century old legacy of Ayurvedic Healing. Read the success stories of guests who rediscovered their health with Sitaram Retreat: https://sitaramretreat.com/success-stories/ Click here to the first step to healthier version of yourself: https://sitaramretreat.com/ BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata is responsible for Prana, the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery. With over 6 hours of content and notes filled with practical insights that can be integrated into our lives. Link: https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information, kindly visit: www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com In this guided meditation, Dr Vignesh Devraj invites you to explore one of the greatest sources of stress in modern life, the constant need to control everything. Many of us spend our days trying to manage outcomes, predict the future, and carry responsibilities that were never entirely ours to hold. Over time, this constant mental effort creates tension in the body, keeps the nervous system on high alert, and makes it difficult to experience genuine calm. Through gentle breath awareness, mindful reflection, and Ayurvedic wisdom, this meditation helps you recognise the difference between effort and control, inviting you to participate in life without carrying the burden of trying to control every outcome. Whether you are navigating uncertainty, stress, difficult relationships, work pressures, or simply looking for a few moments of stillness before your day begins, this practice offers a simple reminder: do your best, and release the rest. Episode Highlights: A guided meditation for letting go Why do we try to control everything Learning to trust the body's intelligence Control vs participation Breath as a tool for surrender Responding instead of reacting Living with uncertainty "I do my part. I release the rest." Timestamps: 00:00 - 04:30: Settling Into The Present Moment 04:30 - 09:00: Trusting The Intelligence Of The Body 09:00 - 13:30: What Is Truly Within Your Control? 13:30 - 18:00: The Wisdom Of Letting Go 18:00 - 23:00: Releasing Fear & Embracing Uncertainty 23:00 - 28:10: Choosing Presence Over Pressure About Dr Vignesh Devraj Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma. If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj, please find the details in this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-ist If you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform Instagram - @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevraj Twitter - @VigneshDevraj We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast so you never miss any new episodes. Thank you for your support. Disclaimer: We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions.

    #281 The Art of Letting Go: Guided Meditation with Dr Vignesh Devraj, MD (Ay)

  6. Jun 24

    #280 Fibromyalgia Explained: Why Your Pain Is Real Even When Reports Are Normal With Dr Vignesh Devraj

    The body rarely goes from health to illness overnight. Poor sleep, acidity, fatigue, weight gain, and stress are often early signals that your body is asking for help not symptoms to ignore. Don’t wait for your body to demand attention. Begin your healing journey today with Sitaram Retreats, with a century old legacy of Ayurvedic Healing. Read the success stories of guests who rediscovered their health with Sitaram Retreat: https://sitaramretreat.com/success-stories/ Click here to the first step to healthier version of yourself: https://sitaramretreat.com/ BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata is responsible for Prana, the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery. With over 6 hours of content and notes filled with practical insights that can be integrated into our lives. Link: https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information, kindly visit: www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj explores Fibromyalgia, one of the most misunderstood chronic pain conditions of our time. Many people living with Fibromyalgia are told that their reports are normal, their scans are clear, and that nothing appears to be wrong. Yet they continue to experience widespread pain, fatigue, poor sleep, brain fog, and a deep sense of exhaustion that affects every aspect of life. Dr Vignesh explains the modern understanding of central sensitisation, why Fibromyalgia is not an imaginary condition, and how the nervous system can become overly sensitive to normal stimuli. He also shares his clinical observations from treating patients over the past two decades, including common emotional patterns, the relationship between sleep and pain, and why many patients feel unseen and misunderstood. The conversation explores Fibromyalgia through an Ayurvedic lens, discussing Vata imbalance, Agni, Ama, Panchakarma, lifestyle interventions, nervous system regulation, and the importance of creating a healing environment. Episode Highlights: Why Fibromyalgia is often misunderstood Understanding central sensitisation Sleep, pain & nervous system health Fibromyalgia through an Ayurvedic lens Vata, Agni & Ama explained Fibromyalgia and perimenopause Can Panchakarma help? Practical steps for recovery Timestamps: 00:00 - 03:59: Why Fibromyalgia Is Often Misunderstood 04:00 - 08:00: Central Sensitisation, Sleep & The Nervous System 08:00 - 12:00: Fibromyalgia Through The Ayurvedic Lens 12:00 - 16:00: Movement, CBT & Panchakarma 16:00 - 20:00: Emotional Patterns, Stress & Healing 20:00 - 23:19: Practical Steps For Recovery & Final Thoughts About Dr Vignesh Devraj Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma. If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj, please find the details in this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-ist If you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform Instagram - @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevraj Twitter - @VigneshDevraj We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast so you never miss any new episodes. Thank you for your support. Disclaimer: We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions.

    #280 Fibromyalgia Explained: Why Your Pain Is Real Even When Reports Are Normal With Dr Vignesh Devraj

  7. Jun 17

    #279 Are You Mistaking Your Imbalance For Your Nature with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)

    The body rarely goes from health to illness overnight. Poor sleep, acidity, fatigue, weight gain, and stress are often early signals that your body is asking for help not symptoms to ignore. Don’t wait for your body to demand attention. Begin your healing journey today with Sitaram Retreats, with a century old legacy of Ayurvedic Healing. Read the success stories of guests who rediscovered their health with Sitaram Retreat: https://sitaramretreat.com/success-stories/ Click here to the first step to healthier version of yourself: https://sitaramretreat.com/ BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata is responsible for Prana, the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery. With over 6 hours of content and notes filled with practical insights that can be integrated into our lives. Link: https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information, kindly visit: www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj explores one of the most common misconceptions in modern Ayurveda: the belief that an online dosha quiz can accurately tell you who you are. Many people take a quiz, receive a dosha label, and begin identifying with symptoms such as anxiety, acidity, poor sleep, weight gain, or fatigue as though they are permanent aspects of their personality. But Ayurveda offers a much deeper framework. Dr Vignesh explains the difference between Prakriti, your healthiest baseline, and Vikriti, the deviations that develop through stress, lifestyle, relationships, environment, and life experiences. The episode explores why symptoms are not identities, how online quizzes often confuse imbalance with true nature, and why real healing begins when we understand how far we have drifted from our healthiest self. The conversation also introduces the philosophy behind the "Return To Your Healthiest Self" retreat in Austria and how Ayurveda can become a tool for self-awareness rather than self-labelling. Episode Highlights: • Why dosha quizzes can be misleading • Prakriti vs Vikriti explained • Why symptoms are not your identity • Stress, anxiety & false self-labels • Understanding your healthiest baseline • Returning to balance through Ayurveda Timestamps: 00:00 - 02:20: The Problem With Online Dosha Quizzes 02:20 - 04:55: Prakriti, Vikriti & Why Symptoms Are Not Your Identity 04:55 - 07:15: Healthiest Self vs Current Self: Understanding The Difference 07:15 - 09:47: Return To Your Healthiest Self: The Austria Retreat About Dr Vignesh Devraj Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma. If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj, please find the details in this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-ist If you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform Instagram - @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevraj Twitter - @VigneshDevraj We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast so you never miss any new episodes. Thank you for your support. Disclaimer: We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions.

    #279 Are You Mistaking Your Imbalance For Your Nature with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)

  8. Jun 10

    #278 Rest Is Not Recovery: What Shirodhara Teaches Us About Burnout & the Nervous System with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)

    The body rarely goes from health to illness overnight. Poor sleep, acidity, fatigue, weight gain, and stress are often early signals that your body is asking for help not symptoms to ignore. Don’t wait for your body to demand attention. Begin your healing journey today with Sitaram Retreats, with a century old legacy of Ayurvedic Healing. Read the success stories of guests who rediscovered their health with Sitaram Retreat: https://sitaramretreat.com/success-stories/ Click here to the first step to healthier version of yourself: https://sitaramretreat.com/ BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata is responsible for Prana, the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery. With over 6 hrs of content and notes filled with practical insights that can be integrated into our lives. Link: https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information, kindly visit: www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj focuses on understanding why modern humans are becoming increasingly exhausted despite having more convenience, technology, and comfort than ever before. Dr Vignesh explains the difference between rest and recovery, how constant stimulation affects the nervous system, why silence feels uncomfortable for many people today, and how Shirodhara creates the conditions for deep nervous system regulation. The episode also explores the Ayurvedic concept of rhythm, the relationship between stress and recovery, wearable data observations from patients undergoing Panchakarma, and why Shirodhara should always be personalised rather than treated as a generic relaxation therapy. Episode Highlights: • Why rest and recovery are not the same thing • The hidden cost of constant stimulation • Why successful people often struggle to switch off • The difference between passive and active recovery • Why Shirodhara is becoming more relevant today • The Ayurvedic concept of rhythm and healing • How modern life disrupts nervous system balance • Shirodhara and wearable health data • Why calmness feels unfamiliar to many people • Who should and should not undergo Shirodhara • Takradhara, hot flashes, psoriasis & inflammatory conditions Timestamps: 00:00 - 02:01: Rest vs Recovery: Understanding the Difference 02:01 - 05:42: Why Modern Humans Struggle to Slow Down 05:42 - 07:49: What Shirodhara Really Is and How It Works 07:49 - 10:36: Racing Thoughts, Recovery & Wearable Health Markers 10:36 - 12:39: Shirodhara, Panchakarma & Burnout Recovery 12:39 - 14:46: Who Should Receive Shirodhara 14:46 - 15:24: Other Conditions & Final Reflections About Dr Vignesh Devraj Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma. If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj please find the details in this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-ist If you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform Instagram - @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevraj Twitter - @VigneshDevraj We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast so you never miss any new episodes. Thank you for your support. Disclaimer: We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions.

    #278 Rest Is Not Recovery: What Shirodhara Teaches Us About Burnout & the Nervous System with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)
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In Ayurveda we say, health is the foundation to enjoy the beauty of life. This podcast is a guide for you to reconnect with the most powerful, natural healing resources in order to benefit from optimal health and vitality. We will give you simple tools and practical advice to easily integrate herbal remedies and ancient healing methods such as meditation, breathing practices and ayurvedic nutrition into your modern lifestyle. Tune in and be inspired by enlightening stories from genuine healers around the world and individuals sharing how natural healing transformed their life.

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  • Creator
    Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    287
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