Insights & Reflections
Explore writings on Ayurveda, art therapy, emotional well-being, and seasonal wisdom. These reflections are here to support your journey toward balance, clarity, and deeper self-connection.
The Story of the Mahabharata
The Mahabharata is an ancient Indian epic that tells the story of the Pandavas and Kauravas—cousins whose rivalry leads to the great Kurukshetra war. With themes of dharma, destiny, and justice, it explores divine births, Draupadi’s unique marriage, palace intrigue, and the timeless battle between right and wrong.
Why Slowing Down Is the Only Way Back to Yourself
Discover the Ayurvedic path to balance through this soulful reflection on slowing down, aligning with your Dosha and Guna, and why "opposites attract" may be an illusion in your healing journey.
Dharma, Karma, Atharva: Ancient Paths to Meaning, Resilience, and Mental Harmony
Explore the ancient Vedic concepts of Dharma, Karma, and Atharva through the lens of Ayurvedic Psychotherapy. Understand how ego, maya, and the Purusharthas shape your mental and emotional resilience — and how these timeless teachings support modern healing, coaching, and self-realization.
The Ramayana: A Soulful Retelling Through the Lens of Dharma
The Ramayana: A Journey Through Dharma, Devotion, and Choice. The Ramayana is not just an epic—it is a reflection on Dharma in its many forms. Through Rama’s sacrifice, Sita’s dignity, Lakshmana’s loyalty, Hanuman’s devotion, and Ravana’s downfall, the story reveals how duty, love, power, and ego shape our lives. Set in the 2nd Yuga, the Ramayana explores idealism, righteous action, and inner alignment. Each character embodies a unique path of Dharma—reminding us that Dharma is not one truth, but a spectrum of evolving, deeply human choices.
Can Online Holistic Consultations Be “Real”?
Are online holistic consultations truly effective? In this thought-provoking article, Soul Veda founder Mamta explores the rising popularity of online Ayurveda, art therapy, and mindfulness coaching — and addresses the common belief that only certified, in-person practitioners can offer “real” healing. Bridging Indian tradition and modern life, she shares how lived experience, deep listening, and personalized time with clients can be just as powerful as formal credentials. Discover how to choose the right holistic coach for your journey — and why connection, not just certification, is the key to authentic healing.
The Complexities of Love and Dharma: Reflections on Sita’s Story in The Forest Of Enchantments
Discover the Ramayana like never before in this heartfelt reflection on Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s “The Forest of Enchantments.” Through Sita’s perspective, this article explores themes of love, dharma, feminism, emotional intelligence, and modern womanhood—revealing how ancient stories still speak powerfully to our lives today.
Why the 5 A.M. Club Is Not Good for Everyone: The Dinacharya Clock Explained
Learn how the Ayurvedic time cycle, Dinacharya, and dosha clock (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) influence your energy. Discover why waking at 5 A.M. isn’t ideal for everyone and how to create a personalized, holistic daily routine aligned with Ayurveda.
Mantra Art is Art-Based Psychotherapy
Experience healing through Mantra Art — a unique blend of chanting, pranayama, meditation, and painting inspired by Indian mythology. Discover how this creative journey supports Ayurvedic psychotherapy for emotional balance and resilience.
Shiva: The God Who Is More Human Than Us
Who is Shiva? Read this article to understand how his stories are reflections of our own struggles and how in a world that values control and certainty, Shiva reminds us where the true power lies in.
Resilience: What does it really mean ?
In this blog, we explore the journey of Goddess Parvati, who embodies resilience through devotion, patience, and unwavering strength. Read and learn how resilience is not about blind perseverance but about adapting, nurturing, and staying connected to our true essence.
Soul Veda Art & Ayurveda Therapy: A Journey Back to the Self
Discover Soul Veda Art & Ayurveda Therapy – a unique healing space founded by Mamta Rana, blending Ayurveda, art therapy, meditation, and Hindu mythology. Based in Frankfurt, Paris, Lisbon, and online, Soul Veda helps individuals overcome burnout, anxiety, and emotional imbalance through creative, holistic therapy rooted in dharma, karma, and mind-body connection.
The Benefits of Art Therapy - Healing with Creativity at Soulveda.Art
Discover how art therapy, mantra, and Ayurveda support emotional healing and self-expression through Soulveda.Art’s holistic creative sessions. Insights shared by Mamta Rana
Dosha Imbalance: The Root Cause of Disease
Discover the root causes of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha imbalances, the importance of the correct daily routines (Dinacharya), and practical tips to rebalance mind, body, and spirit naturally.
The Three Doshas explained
In the Ayurvedic context, Doshas represent bioenergetic principles that determine our physical and mental constitution. The key to health in Ayurveda is to keep these Doshas in balance. Read how.
What is Ayurveda ?
Have you ever wondered what Ayurveda is? Read this article and understand its ancient meaning and why Ayurveda believes that the body cannot be healthy if the mind is sick.
Eternal Echoes: The Love, Loss, and Lessons of Rama and Sita
The story of Rama and Sita teaches us that true love is a journey of resilience, loyalty, and selflessness, reminding us to cultivate love through compassion, integrity, and the courage to let love grow freely. Read this article to find out who was Rama and Sita. Why and when did Ravana turn evil? Learn 5 golden rules of how to cultivate Love.
Navratri: A Journey of Spiritual Power and Reflection
Navratri is a Hindu festival that spans nine nights (and ten days), dedicated to honoring Goddess Durga and her nine powerful forms. Read this article and learn what it teaches us about the eternal struggle between good and evil, and how it is celebrated in India.
Breaking the Chains of Generational Burden: Embracing True Dharma
Are you also suffering from Generational Burden? Understand how generational burden is profound, and why its impact on our lives cannot be overstated. Read this article to understand how the Path of Dharma can help us to carry and slowly let go of this Generational Burden.
Journey through the Stages of Perception: A Path to Inner Peace and Creative Expression
This article explores the stages of perception. Discover how therapeutic practices, Hatha yoga exercises, Pranayamic techniques, and therapeutic art practices can guide us toward achieving and maintaining a state of deep, unwavering focus and inner peace.
Exploring Yin and Yang, Doshas, and the Artistry of Van Gogh
Dive into the timeless wisdom of Yin and Yang: Explore the balance of opposites, the serene dance of koi fish, and how artists, inspired by Ayurveda and visionaries like Vincent van Gogh, weave these ancient principles into their work.