Living in Accord with Nature (Dinacharya)

 

Our physiology and the environment have many natural cycles and rhythms. A routine in accord with nature enlists the support of nature, helps to synchronize a person’s biological clock, prevents premature aging, aids digestion, absorption and assimilation, and generates self-esteem, peace, happiness and longevity. Disregarding the natural cycles increases the wear and tear on the human mind/body system. The following is an example of a health-supporting daily routine. Please check also Dr. Crotta’s upcoming free public lectures on this topic under EVENTS and her article on Daily Routine under ARTICLES.

 

MORNING

• Arise early before 6 am
• Drink a glass of plain water
• Evacuate bowels and bladder
• Physical exercise up to 50% of capacity
• Clean teeth; Scrape or clean tongue
• Oil massage/Oil gargle
• Bath or shower
• Meditation
• Light Breakfast (optional)
• Work or Study

AFTERNOON

• Lunch – diet adjusted according to physiological state of balance and season
• Brief rest after lunch
• Work or Study
• Meditation

EVENING

• Dinner - diet adjusted according to physiological state of balance and season
• Brief walk for 10-15 minutes
• Pleasant relaxing activity
• Early to bed (before 10 pm)