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Dinacharya – The Daily Routine:
A daily routine is important to bring essential changes in
mind, body, and consciousness. The daily routine is termed as Dinacharya (dina
– day & charya – behavior/routine) in Sanskrit. It is a simple way to relax
and energize the body & mind. In order to be healthy, it is necessary to
tune our bodies as per the nature’s master cycle, so that it regulates the
function of our body’s system. Ayurveda prescribes an individual a specific
daily routine to keep the digestion & metabolism (agni) in the right order,
and tridoshas in a state of equilibrium. The various stages of Dinacharya begin with a morning routine
as follows, and outline a routine for daily conduct that is beneficial.
Arise
- Wake Up Early in the Morning:
It is always good to awake at sunrise in perfect
synchronization to the natural clock, as our biological clocks are accustomed to
the rising and setting of the sun. Start your day with peace and a sense of
joy, which will make your whole day a pleasant.
Eliminate
- Natural Urges:
Early morning is the best and natural time to eliminate the body's
physical waste. This is a time when one should not be in a rush, but should
allow our body to perform the natural functions. Observe your eliminations every
morning and if you find any disturbance signifying poor digestion, then go on a
fast. And so, it will allow correcting the system of the body before disease
sets in. Do not suppress the natural physical urges such as elimination,
thirst, hunger, sleep, yawning, sneezing, flatus, ejaculation, and vomiting,
since it will lead to uneasiness and even disease.
