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Dinacharya: Daily Regimen for Health and Wellness
Introduction Here we will understand the concept of Dinacharya (daily regimen) in Ayurveda, which outlines a daily routine to maintain health and well-being. Importance of Dinacharya Ayurveda emphasizes the importance of following a daily routine that aligns w...
Importance of Sleep in Ayurveda
Introduction Below, we will understand the significance of sleep in Ayurveda for maintaining health and well-being. Sleep as a Pillar of Health Sleep is considered one of the three pillars of health, along with diet and celibacy. It is essential for restoring...
Food Intake Methods and Drugs
Introduction Here we focus on the importance of proper food intake methods and discusses the role of drugs in Ayurveda. Food Intake Methods Ayurveda emphasizes that most diseases arise from improper or excessive food intake. Foods are categorized as Guru (heav...
Approach to Leading a Healthy Life
Introduction Here let us discuss the different approaches to leading a healthy life, comparing Ayurveda with Allopathy and highlighting the importance of prevention and health maintenance in Ayurveda. Allopathy vs. Ayurveda Allopathy is primarily oriented towa...
Indian Approach to Psychology
Introduction Here we will explore the Indian approach to psychology, contrasting it with Western psychology and highlighting its unique features. Western vs. Indian Psychology Western psychology primarily focuses on the study of the mind and behavior, often us...
Basic Tenets of Indian Psychology
Introduction Here we will explore the basic tenets of Indian psychology, highlighting its distinctive features and goals. Beyond Materialism Indian psychology distinguishes itself by going beyond the materialistic or deterministic aspects of human existence. I...
The Triguna System and a Holistic Picture of the Individual
Introduction Here we explore the Triguna system in Indian psychology and how it provides a holistic picture of the individual. Understanding the Triguna System The Triguna system, developed by the Sankhya tradition, consists of three gunas (qualities): sattva...
Prakriti and Its Evolution: Understanding the Nature of the Individual
Introduction Here we explore the concept of Prakriti (nature) and its evolution in Indian psychology, providing a framework for understanding the nature of the individual. Prakriti and Its Evolution Prakriti, in the context of Sankhya philosophy, refers to th...
The Panca-kosha Framework
Introduction Here we will explore the Panca-kosha framework in Indian psychology, a model for understanding the multi-layered nature of the human being. Understanding the Panca-kosha Framework The Panca-kosha framework describes five sheaths or layers that co...
The Four States (avasthās) of Consciousness
Introduction Here we explore the four states of consciousness as described in Indian psychology. Three States of Experience All human experiences can be categorized into three states: Waking State (Jagrat): The state of being awake and aware of the external...
Consciousness Studies: The Indian Approach
Introduction This video lecture focuses on the Indian approach to consciousness studies, contrasting it with Western psychology and highlighting its unique features. Western vs. Indian Psychology Western psychology primarily focuses on the study of the mind a...
Introduction to Monopoly
In this module we explore markets with a single seller, known as a monopoly market. Key Questions Addressed What are the profit-maximizing quantity and price for a monopolist? How does this profit-maximizing price compare to a perfectly competitive price?...
An exercise on understanding monopoly with an example
Here let us focus on applying the marginal principle to determine the profit-maximizing price of a monopolist. Problem Statement Suppose SpaceX is a monopoly for launching satellites from the USA. The demand curve for space launches is given by Q = 8 - P, wh...
The Social cost of Monopoly
Here we will compare the profit-maximizing price of a monopolist to the perfectly competitive price and analyzes the impact of monopoly on total surplus. Comparison of Prices In a perfectly competitive market, the price is determined by the intersection of ...
The concept of Price Discrimination
Price discrimination is charging different prices to different consumers for the same product. This practice is common in the real world. Examples of Price Discrimination Differential pricing based on the customer type: Foreigners pay more than Indian citize...
Introduction to Lean Toolkit
In this module we focus on the Lean method as a way to move an idea towards a viable venture. Key insights: Moving to Action: The previous module discussed opportunity evaluation, highlighting that it's an imperfect method and true evaluation happens only wh...
The Traditional method vs. Lean method of entrepreneurship
Here in this section we outline the core differences between conventional entrepreneurial approaches and the Lean method. Three Key Differences: The Lean method differentiates itself from the traditional method in three main areas: Business Plan Formulation...
Milestones in the venture building process
In this section we outline key stages entrepreneurs go through when applying the Lean method to build a venture. Milestones in Venture Building: The venture building process, when applying the Lean method, involves moving from an idea to a viable venture throu...
How to populate a lean canvas?
In this section we study the process of filling out a Lean Canvas, a succinct business plan tool. Understanding the Lean Canvas The Lean Canvas is a concise business plan that emphasizes both the market and product sides of a venture. Unlike traditional plans ...
Hypothesis testing and MVP
In this section, we understand how to move from a filled Lean Canvas to validating a venture idea using hypotheses testing and Minimum Viable Products (MVPs). From Assumptions to Evidence After filling out a Lean Canvas, it's crucial to understand that everyth...