Just as we can rely on the sun rising and setting each day, our bodies and minds thrive when they have a routine. As the world ebbs and flows around us, having an Ayurvedic morning routine helps us be resilient amidst this. Here are some of the other perks of maintaining a morning routine, according to Ayurveda.
Benefits of an Ayurvedic Morning Routine
According to Ayurveda, a daily routine balances our doshas (especially vata!), relieves stress, and helps us stay positive, healthy, and happy. It also gives us a reassuring structure to live within and helps our body function properly by:
- Regulating hormones
- Supporting our metabolism
- Balancing blood sugar levels
- Improving sleep
- Creating a resilient immune system
Importantly, a morning routine also aids in digestion. When our digestion is functioning efficiently, our body is able to properly put nutrients in their place and remove what is not needed through our stool and urine. This then ensures that there is no build-up of Ama (toxins) in our fat cells. This means it can actually help us lose weight.
All of this leads to the building of healthy tissues and ojas. On top of that, it helps generate discipline, a sense of contentment, and self-esteem.
Just as we need to be surrounded by reliable people, systems, and governments, our bodies and minds need to be able to depend on us. Depending on our constitution, we can alter aspects accordingly.