Wellbeing
Selfishness and Lower Planes of Existence
Typically, selfishness is viewed as a negative trait that can lead to lower planes of existence. In numerous spiritual traditions, such as those found in Indian scriptures and literature, focusing on others and practicing altruism is regarded as a superior level of existence. In Hinduism, for instance, liberation (moksha) from the cycle of birth and […]
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Ashtanga Hrudayam
“Ashtanga Hrudayam” is a Sanskrit term that can be broken down into its constituent parts for a deeper understanding: “Ashtanga”: “Ashta” means ‘eight’ and “anga” means ‘limbs’ or ‘parts’. In the context of this text, it refers to the eight branches or disciplines of Ayurveda, which are internal medicine, surgery, eye and ENT, pediatrics, toxicology, […]
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