Understanding Illness Through the Lens of Nature
Why do we fall sick, and how can we prevent it? In this video, I explore the Ayurvedic perspective on health and disease, highlighting how illness often arises when we disconnect from natural laws and rhythms.
As humans, we are natural beings subject to the same cycles and laws as the world around us. Modern lifestyles often pull us out of sync with seasons, bodily rhythms, and intuitive behaviours, leading to imbalance and vulnerability to illness.
Watch the video below to learn how to reconnect with nature and prevent disease.
Key Lessons from the Video
Changes in Winter & Human Disconnection (0:14)
Winter brings natural shifts in the environment — shorter days, colder temperatures, and slower energy. Many of us remain disconnected from these rhythms, which can weaken immunity and disturb natural balance.
Harmonizing With Natural Laws (1:07)
Ayurveda teaches that aligning our daily routines, meals, sleep, and self-care with natural cycles supports vitality and resilience. This is less about mental effort and more about tuning into intuitive behaviours that restore balance.
Natural Changes at Menopause (1:29)
Menopause is a natural life transition that introduces shifts in hormones, energy, and metabolism. Recognizing and respecting these changes, rather than resisting them, allows for smoother adaptation and disease prevention.
Why We Get Sick: Reconnecting with Nature (1:49)
Illness often results when we ignore natural signals — hunger, thirst, rest, and emotional cues — creating energetic imbalance. By resensibilising ourselves to natural laws, we can prevent disease and maintain harmony in body, mind, and spirit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Ayurveda explain sickness?
Ayurveda views illness as an imbalance in the body, mind, and energy, often caused by living out of sync with natural rhythms and ignoring intuitive signals.
Can reconnecting with nature prevent disease?
Yes. Observing natural cycles, adjusting routines, and listening to your body supports resilience and helps prevent chronic imbalance.
What are some practical ways to harmonize with natural laws?
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Align meals and sleep with daylight and seasonal changes
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Notice natural urges and respond appropriately
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Adjust lifestyle habits during life transitions (e.g., menopause)
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Practice grounding and mindful activities
Continue Learning
- Read more: Why Prevention Matters for Long-Term Health
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Elena Beurdeley
Certified Ayurvedic Nutrition & Lifestyle Practitioner – DipPrac (Ayur), DipALN (Ayur)
Ayurvedic Massage Therapist – DipAMT (Ayur) | Yoga & Mindfulness Instructor (Diploma in progress, June 2026)
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