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ON THIS WEEK’S EPISODE
VIKṚTI — SPOTTING IMBALANCE & RETURNING TO CENTRE
In this week’s episode, we explore Vikṛti, the ever-changing reflection of imbalance across the body, mind, energy and emotions. Paige and Aaron guide you through how Vikṛti arises, how it differs from Prakṛti, and the deep intelligence it holds.
Understanding your Vikṛti isn’t about pathologising yourself. It’s about learning to read the signs of your system and realign with nature’s rhythm.
DEFINITION AND ETYMOLOGY OF VIKṚTI
Vikṛti (विकृति) comes from vi (apart or change) and kṛti (creation or action), meaning “distortion” or “alteration.”
In Ayurveda, it refers to your current state of imbalance, influenced by time, environment, food, emotions and habits.
Unlike Prakṛti (your nature), Vikṛti is mutable and can be improved with right living.
KEY CONCEPTS COVERED
The dynamic relationship between Prakṛti and Vikṛti
How the Doshas become disturbed and push us out of alignment
The six stages of disease (ṣaṭkriyākāla) in Ayurveda
Physical, mental and emotional signs of Vikṛti
The role of ahaṃkāra (ego) and prajñāparādha (error of intellect) in imbalance
Why Vikṛti shows up as a teacher, not a punishment
TEXTUAL SOURCES
Charaka Saṃhitā on the formation of Vikṛti through external and internal causes
The concept of ṣaṭkriyākāla - six stages of disease progression
Discussion on prajñāparādha from Ayurvedic classical texts
PRACTICAL INTEGRATION
Learn to observe signs of imbalance in your digestion, mood, energy and sleep
Reconnect with your Prakṛti through seasonal rhythms, mindful movement and rest
Use daily routines (dinacharya), food choices and breathwork as gentle corrections
Treat imbalance early - Ayurveda is preventative first
Instead of chasing perfection, return to presence
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