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Yoga Vacation Program
November 17 — 20, 2025

Healing the Nervous System with Ayurvedic Five Sense Therapy

Sheila Patel, M.D.

Get ready to be captivated by Dr. Sheila Patel’s presentation on the often-overlooked yet profoundly powerful role of sensory input in our health and well-being. In this enlightening session, Dr. Patel will dive into how the external world enters our internal world through our senses and directly impacts our brain, nervous system, and overall physiology. This presentation will empower you to become more aware of your daily sensory input, understand its effects on your mind and body, and make conscious choices that promote health and balance.

Dr. Patel will begin by introducing the basics of the nervous system, explaining how sensory input communicates with our mind and body. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the science behind these processes, including how modern medicine and Ayurveda can come together through the practice of Ayurvedic 5 Sense Therapy—a holistic approach that uses sensory experiences to balance and heal.

Benefits of Attending:

  • Increase Awareness of Your Senses: Learn how to become more conscious of your sensory input and its influence on your overall health.
  • Understand the Science:Gain insights into the science behind sensory input, including how it affects your brain and nervous system.
  • Practical Daily Practices: Walk away with actionable practices for caring for your sensory organs—ears, skin, eyes, tongue, and nose.
  • Nourish and Protect Your Senses: Discover easy and practical tools to enhance your sensory nourishment while reducing toxic inputs that can lead to imbalance.
  • Balance Your Doshas and Physiology: Learn a framework for aligning your doshas and physiology with your unique needs, using sensory input as a powerful tool for health and wellness.

To bring these concepts to life, Dr. Patel will guide you through a sensory mindfulness practice, allowing you to experience various forms of sensory input firsthand. This immersive exercise will help you identify which sensory experiences are most beneficial for you, empowering you to make choices that lead to greater harmony and wellness.

Don’t miss this opportunity to join Dr. Patel for a transformative exploration of the senses, where modern science meets ancient wisdom, and unlock the full potential of your sensory experiences to enhance your health and happiness.

Offered as 3 satsangs and 3 workshops (subject to change).

The presentations associated with this Yoga Vacation Program begin with an 8pm satsang on the first day of the program and conclude with an 8pm satsang on the last day of the program.  Click here to read more about the Yoga Vacation Program details and view the ashram schedule for yoga classes and meals during your stay. We suggest you arrive at least one day prior to the start of your program for the optimal experience.

Dr. Sheila Patel, M.D., is renowned for her expertise in integrative medicine, blending the wisdom of Ayurveda, meditation, and yoga with modern medical practices. With years of experience and a dedication to holistic health, she offers a unique and personalized approach to healing.

Dr. Sheila’s philosophy centers around a preventive, predictive, personalized, and participatory approach to health, aiming to enhance the wellbeing of individuals and society as a whole. With over 25 years as a primary care physician, she integrates traditional healing practices and modern medicine, utilizing the tools and knowledge of Ayurveda in her patients’ healing plans.

Passionate about supporting people on their healing journey, Dr. Sheila believes in our innate ability to heal. She has witnessed this ability at work in various settings and teaches people how to support their inner healer, helping them thrive in body, mind, and spirit.

drsheilapatel.com

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