Ayurvedic Remedial Measures for Anxiety and Fear

Practice the following suggestions below to reduce anxiety and sooth the vata dosha:

• Sip warmish-hot water through-out the day
• Daily oil massage before shower or while in the tub
• More Hugs
• Warm, soupy, moist foods
• Foods cooked with love
• Read inspiring quotes or stories daily
• Keep a nightlight on while sleeping
• Sleep on a soft but supportive mattress
• Heavy blankets and socks
• Slow, gentle floor yoga (not so much standing)
• Wear soft, smooth, flowing fabrics
• Surround yourself with warm soft colors
• Listen to soothing music
• Favor aromas of amber, sandalwood, ginger, holy basil, fennel, roses geranium
• Cook with generous amounts of ghee (clarified butter)
• Apply warm herbal drops of oil to the inside of nostrils, ears & anus daily
• Swish with sesame peppermint neem oil in your mouth daily
• Do gentle warm water and sesame oil enema 2x/week on empty belly in AM
• Sleep by 10am
• Follow a structured routine with yoga, sleep, work & meals
• Surround yourself with cheerful friends only
• Avoid depressing news and media
• Eat root veggies like cooked carrots & sweet potatoes
• Avoid eating alone
• Wear earth tones, grounding peach, tawny reds, muted greens
• Wear topaz, red coral, sapphire, citrine, turquoise and onyx
• Sleep on your right side
• Practice alternate nostril breathing (pranayama) 15 mins daily
• Meditate 30 mins twice per day
• Sleep and rest more
• Avoid dry, cold, crunchy, dehydrated, stale, crispy, raw foods
• Avoid too much travel, movement, driving and stress
• Enjoy creative activities igniting the senses
• Avoid sex more than 2-3X per week
• Hydrate often using boiled water cooled to room or warm temperature
• Avoid being hungry for extended periods of time
• Avoid caffeinated and carbonated beverages
• Avoid white sugar
• Half of glass of wine before and after dinner is permissible
• Enjoy warm moderately spicy foods
• Supplement with protein shakes and other nutrients
• Remember to sing and dance