Join us to explore where the ancient art of narrative meets the wisdom of Ayurveda. Drs. Ramkumar and Welch join special guests Dr. Robert Svoboda, Fred Smith and others along with the Satsangam team to delve into the therapeutic dimensions of storytelling. The course is designed for those who cherish stories, as well as for anyone seeking to understand how to construct or choose stories that act as the right medicine in varied situations.
Throughout this engaging course, participants will explore the principles of Ayurveda applied to storytelling, learning how to discern whether a story is stabilizing (bṛṃhaṇa) or activating (laṅghana), and how it can be tailored to pacify vāta, pitta, or kapha imbalances.
The correlation between traditional principles like the five vāyus and the dynamic qualities or “shapes” of stories is a key focus, empowering students to identify the therapeutic potential of narratives. Participants will gain an enhanced ability to determine the healing properties of stories, recognize those suitable for specific individuals, and enrich their therapeutic toolbox with new, meaningful stories. This course is an invitation to immerse in the profound legacy of the Indian tradition of storytelling (Kathā Paramparā) and discover the potent blend of storytelling and Ayurveda as a tool for healing and connection.
The course is designed for those who cherish stories, as well as for anyone seeking to understand how to construct or choose stories that act as the right medicine in varied situations.