BEST MEDICATION FOR PEACEFUL MIND

In today’s time most people are anything but happy. Reasons can be numerous: Lifestyle, stress, insecurity, health, deep desire to become something in life, worries, incompetent personalities and relationship issues.

Today’s chaotic lifestyle gives birth to stress which feels like a heavy metal constantly sitting on your head. It has become a household problem. Research has shown that the primary cause of many illnesses and diseases is stress itself. Dr. Vasant Lad, in his book, “The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies” writes- “stress is psychosomatic disorder that has many causes in our day-today life.” Sometimes, even minor issues of regular life make us lose control on our emotions. We start feeling anxious. Here, the question comes how to tackle this stress and make our mind calm and peaceful. Shall we follow any medication? Or shall we make changes to our lifestyle? Which medication is the best medication?

In general cases, best medication can be no medication and things should improve by using natural remedies such as slow and deep breathing, watching fish in an aquarium, exercise, listening to music, helping someone, go into the nature etc. However, if you still need something to take in, you can consider the following ayurvedic herbs for a peaceful and calm mind.

BRAHMI

Brahmi, a commonly used plant for centuries in traditional ayurvedic medicine. It is called Bacopa (Bacopa monnieri) in modern science. It reduces stress and decrease the levels of cortisol which is a stress hormone. Fundamentally, it neutralises the effects of stress by regulating hormones involved with the stress response. Brahmi also boosts concentration power which can help you get most from your time and energy. Enhanced concentration also helps in better retention. Brahmi is a brain cells revitalizer that keeps our brain healthy, young and soothing effect on our nervous system.

It has the property which can ramp up the certain brain chemicals responsible for thinking, learning and memory while protecting the brain cells from chemicals related to Alzheimer disease.

Dosage: take ¼ -1/2 teaspoon Brahmi Powder with honey once or twice a day.

JATAMANSI

Jatamasi, other name is Spikenard, is a potent nerve calming herb which works as an antidote for anxiety and stress. It is found in Himalayan region and only its roots are used to prepare herbal medicines. It is a life infusing herb for the people who worry excessively and keep getting into stress day in day out. It boosts mood and make you feel better about life. Not only Ayurveda but also allopathy science supports this fact and confirms that the herb increases the level of monoamines which promotes a feeling of calmness and well-being.

Along with all these wonderful benefits of jatamasi or jatamansi, there is another benefit which is strengthening of the nervous system.

Dosage: take ¼ -1/2 teaspoon Powder of Jatamansi with honey once or twice a day.

ASHWAGANDHA

One of the most powerful and ancient ayurvedic medicines for a peaceful mind is ashwagandha. For the past 2000 years this rejuvenating herb is being used for preparing Ayurvedic medicine. It is made up of amino acids and vitamins and works as adaptogen. It assists the body in adapting itself to stressful situations, further, it helps to boost stamina and endurance.

Ashwagandha, according to a study published in the Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine, reduces the stress hormone named cortisol in the body enabling it to cope with the problems like poor sleep, anxiety, stress and depression.

Regular intake of it will keep you happy, upbeat and peaceful keeping all the stress at bay. It is a commonly recommended herbal medicine if you are struggling with any stress level.

Dosage: can be taken in powder, tablet or capsule form. One tab/capsule with milk once or twice in a day. ¼ -1/2 teaspoon Powder can be mixed with ghee, sugar or honey for consumption.

VACHA

Vacha, which means “speaking clearly” in Sanskrit because it stimulates intelligence and expression, is a herb. Its root is used for various mental disorders. It has calming effect on mind and helps you sleep better. It is a rejuvenating herb that affects the nervous system, improve memory by stopping cell damage, better behavioural changes and over all mental performance.

Dosage: get it in the powder form and take 1-2 pinch of it with honey twice a day after the meal.

Tulsi

Who doesn’t know Tulsi and its effects in India! It is a commonly found and used herb that contains strong antioxidant properties which helps regulating the blood sugar level. All its parts act as an adaptogen which is a natural substance and helps our body to adapt to stress making our mind happy and peaceful. It treats anxiety and stress and boosts a sense of calmness.

Dosage: Make Tulsi tea and take one cup of it in the morning or evening in order to get strong immunity that keeps general illness like cold and flu away.

Lemon Balm

As the name suggested, this herb smells like a lemon and comes from the mint family. It is commonly found in North Africa, Europe and West Asia but grown across the globe. Traditionally, it has been used for relieving stress, improving mood and cognitive function.

Dosage: Dosage can be twice a day, 300 mg each time. No matter what remedy you use, it must be taken in moderation and if still you don’t feel better, you must consult with certified medical practitioner.

indranil Roy | Business Connect

The pioneer in educational excellence, Dayananda Sagar College of Arts, Science, and Commerce (DSCASC) is one of the premier educational institutions located in Karnataka, Bengaluru. The institute was established in 1978 under the aegis of the MGVP trust. Currently, it offers 3 PG programmes (MBA, MCA, and M.Com.) and 4 UG programmes (B. Com, BBA, BCA, and B.Sc.) that are all affiliated with Bangalore University.

Shri R. Dayananda Sagar, a visionary educationist, industry leader, and philanthropist, was the founder and Chairman of this College. He founded Mahatma Gandhi Vidya Peetha (MGVP) trust in early 1960. A series of educational institutions were started under this trust, aptly called Dayananda Sagar Institutions. Today, it is headed by the able successors of the founder Dr D. Hemachandra Sagar, and Dr D. Premachandra Sagar to take it to new heights of Educational Excellence.

The institution has an imposing history of innovative education, with a comprehensive range of programs right from KG to PG to PhD in a broad spectrum of disciplines that include Engineering, Dental Sciences, Biological Sciences, Pharmacy, Health Care, Nursing, Allied Health, Information Technology, Arts, Commerce, Business Management, etc.

THE VISIONARY – DR NAGARAJ SHENOY

Under the leadership of Dr Nagaraj Shenoy, Principal & Director of DSCASC, the institute is honing future leaders and entrepreneurs. He has over 25 years of experience in Engineering and Management colleges. In academics, the visionary did his graduation in Civil Engineering and earned Two Doctorate Degrees for Research Works in the Management domain. He was honoured with the prestigious “Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Award” in 2018 and received fellowships from The Institution of Engineers (India) and the Centre for Education Growth and Research (CEGR).

USPs OF DAYANANDA SAGAR

A unique business incubation centre, called ‘DERBI’ encourages entrepreneurship among students. Through this centre, many students have started their own businesses and received funding. AIMA Biz Lab - a Business Simulation lab for Commerce and Business Management programs, has been initiated by the institution. In Bengaluru, this is the only second lab of its kind. This would provide the students with a business-like scenario to experiment with. They can access this feature on both their laptop and mobile device.

The “Blacbook Thought Leader Speaker Series” is a unique opportunity for students to meet with young & successful firms, during which entrepreneurs who have been featured in Forbes’ “30 under 30” list, share their experiences and key takeaways with the students. This activity aims to inspire young minds to think creatively, investigate societal issues to offer answers, and find a niche for their business pursuit.

“DSI Insights” - a knowledge portal that features the latest business opinions and thoughts from distinguished experts on the most critical business subjects. Students, professionals worldwide, and managers can use it for free to find solutions to the most recent problems in finance, marketing, strategy, supply chain management, and technology. These initiatives have made DSCASC an Institution of high reputation.

On the campus of Dayananda Sagar Institutions, there are students from several states and different countries. Students from any location or linguistic background can feel at home in this diversified setting. In addition, the institution houses centres to teach a few prominent foreign languages. The institution’s culture has been carefully developed to be one in which individuals can communicate, express themselves creatively, and grow while using a variety of languages.

Government Initiatives In The Education Space

To promote higher education, the government is launching several initiatives. This includes providing scholarships to underprivileged student communities and providing particular book banks. Additionally, the government encourages students to enroll in MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) on platforms like NPTEL and Swayam. DSCASC is effectively using all these measures by Government. They have currently become a guiding light for all the underprivileged students to avail various scholarships and make the best use of the books in the library.

SIGNIFICANT OBSTACLES IN THE POST-COVID ERA

The education industry has experienced significant disruption due to COVID. Only online classes were an option, and numerous extracurricular and nonacademic activities were carried out via the Zoom meeting platform using the students’ creativity. The primary obstacles in using the online teachinglearning model are maintaining focus and keeping students’ interest. They have been holding several counselling seminars and soft skill training workshops to assist students and staff in comprehending and adjusting to the altered situation.

The Evolving Marketing Trends

Ever since the technological changes started taking unprecedented rapid pace, the whole market situation, flooded with disruptive innovations, created a VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity) world. DSCASC encourages students to be highly flexible, multi-skilled, and innovative to survive and excel in this trend. Their main aim is to help students acquire critical thinking abilities, problemsolving skills, and entrepreneurial attitudes to maintain their competency in a relevant and long-lasting manner.

INSIGHTS ON THE SIGNIFICANCE OF R&D

The education system primarily performs two functions: disseminating existing knowledge and creating new knowledge. The first one in this is accomplished through classroom lectures, but the second one is achieved only through the conduct of research. Without research, an institution stagnates and could eventually become obsolete. The story of Nokia, the No. 1 brand in the world, which went out of business in 5 years is a classic illustration of the effects of ignoring research.

The faculty members at DSCASC are required to produce research articles routinely. Under the supervision of faculty members, students are also encouraged to present research papers at national and international conferences.

Facilities Offered By Dscasc

Located in the heart of the city, on a spacious, green campus. DSCASC has all the student-related amenities within the campus. It has–

• State-of-the-art Digital Library

• e-Learning Resources

• Wi-Fi-enabled campus

• Excellent, unmatched sports facilities

• Environment That Supports Entrepreneurship

• Incredibly diverse, heterogeneous mixture of students

Achievements And Milestones On The Way

The institution gained the Grant-in-aid status in 1983. New programs were being introduced to meet the demands of the market. The institution received 2F and 12B recognition from the UGC in 2015. The institution successfully finished its third cycle of NAAC accreditation in 2018. It is ranked among the ‘Top 10’ degree colleges and has developed a reputation as one of the most prominent Educational Institutions in Bengaluru.

PAINTING THE CANVAS OF DSCASC’S FUTURE

In the next five years, the institution is planning to attain an Autonomous status. This would pave the way for the college to implement all the ideas for an Institution of Excellence. Then, the college wishes to reach within the ‘Top 50’ in the NIRF ranking. They plan to increase their research output with funded projects, consultancy, and training. They plan to enhance students’ social orientation to make them the assets of society.

Giving Back To The Community

The institution has established an ISR (Institution Social Responsibility) Cell to educate students about the many societal issues and encourage them to act on them. In accordance with it, students frequently go to Government Schools to learn about their problems and offer solutions. The institution organizes student visits to orphanages and old age homes to donate some needy materials. Additionally, it intends to sensitize the students toward Social Service.

Words Of Wisdom

Always keep learning and keep moving throughout your life. This is the only way you can keep growing irrespective of the disruptive changes in the World.

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