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Ayurveda and the Mind: The Healing of Consciousness

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This is an EXCELLENT book. Abstract and very deep truths are lucidly conveyed without sacrificing intricacy or impact. If you are interested in psychology, spirituality, or Ayurveda, this is a wonderful, unique book. Dr. Frawley is extremely thorough and brings much integrity to his work. This book may be a bit much for some, but those truly interested in furthering their awareness will find many treasures in these pages. If you are looking for an intro to Ayurveda, start with something else, like Dr. Frawley's "Yoga and Ayurveda."

I used to think Auryveda was all about herbs and bad-tasting concoctions ...not so!

In this book David presents the Auryvedic veiw of man. It encompasses not just the physical body (sharir, in Sanskrit), but also the outer "sense-oriented" mind (manas) and inner "feeling-oriented" mind (chitta). Just as the physical body's well-being is determined by a regimen of diet and exercise, so too, is the well-being of one's outer and inner mind determined by diet and exercise. The only difference is that "diet" and "exercise" for the mind isn't, say, food and aerobics, but something a lot more subtle.

One can go through life ignoring all of life's profund questions. But, one cannot live life ignoring one's body and mind. This book helps contend with those "devils" :-). There's something for everyone.

Anyone looking for practical psychological applications of Ayurveda and a better understanding of what we call "meditation," should read David Frawley's Ayurveda and the Mind. The book, which reads like a textbook, can by dry at times. But making sure you've digested parts one and two (like vegetables) will make the rest of the book come to life (like dessert).

I had an "aha" moment when reading Dr. Frawley's explanations of Pratyahara (withdrawal from the senses), Dharana (concentration), and Dhyana (meditation). It gives context and explanation to various mindfulness techniques which is helping me in my own practice.

This is an excellent compliment to traditional Western Psychology. I've struggled with bouts of depression for years. While there is definately a place for anti-depressants, I found they had sever limits in my case. I found this book extremely helpful. Frawley's Ayurveda model seems to offer tailored treatment for the individual. It includes simple lifestyle changes while the Western model seems to push mass produced meds for mass treatment.

Over the years, I have read over 20 books on Ayurveda. This book emphasizes the most important parts of Ayurveda!!
Might be hard to understand at first, but be patient and discover how it can help you meet your needs.

For me David Frawley"s best books are this one, "Ayurveda and the mind" and Vedantic Meditation".
I admire DAVID FRAWLEY"S writings very much. He goes straight to the point, very clear, precise and profound!
Thanks to David Frawley! He make eastern wonderful message easy to understand
I hope I could get to hear him in person

Still one of my favorite books. I have read it many times and appreciate the well rounded way in which Ayurveda is explored. David Frawley is awesome.
Get a clear understanding of Ayurveda and how it works in the mind and body.

This is an perl. I put everything on place. I had been around seeking, done meditation, gone regularly to yoga/chanting. When i read this book, i took a quantesprang.... i now are alot more aware of what going on in me, just after the understanding of this book, and practis it. Get it.

I'm somewhat less excited than the other readers of this fine book. It's a nice introduction to ayurvedic concepts, but it's a bit general and broad--and I'm far from being an expert. Ultimately, it just doesn't seem very useful. But, of course, anything by David F. is going to be well written and informative.

For those studying Ayurvedic and incorporating it into their lifestyles, this is an excellent resource. Claudia Newcorn - author of the award-winning fantasy, Crossover Crossover: Krisálys Chronicles of Féyree