Indic Psychology

Introduction

As we adapt to the New Normal across all spheres of life, it becomes essential to ask: What must we preserve? What should we integrate? And what is best left behind?

Indic Psychology—a profound science rooted in the Atharva Veda, widely practiced and deeply explained through Ayurveda—offers timeless frameworks to address these questions. In this immersive INDICA Course, these ancient insights are brought alive and made applicable to today’s context.

What is our relationship with one another—and with the Cosmos? How do Manas (Mind), Hridaya (Heart), and Chitta(Consciousness) guide our everyday decisions, influence our relationships, shape how we run businesses, and even impact how we govern nations?

This course explores these vital questions and facilitates a U-Turn out of the human crisis—through the lens of India’s own psychological traditions.

Course Objectives

• Understand the importance of decolonization and the revival of indigenous knowledge in the field of psychology

• Examine our mental models, worldview, and self-view through an Indic lens

• Revisit concepts in biology, psychology, sociology, management, and leadership from the perspective of Bhāratīya traditions

• Explore the role of manas (mind) and hṛdaya (heart) in fostering engagement and well-being

• Integrate insights from modern research—including quantum physics, psychoneuroimmunology, cardio-energetics, epigenetics, and positive psychology—in light of Āyurvedic sūtras

Course Outcomes

• Develop an integrated understanding of the Self and Life

• Apply Heart Intelligence (pragya) at the personal, interpersonal, and societal levels

• Create a New Normal rooted in scientific insights from Āyurveda

• Lead a purposeful life grounded in joy, health, and inner alignment

Course Syllabus

• Insights from the Atharva Veda and Āyurveda on meaning (artha), potential (śakti), engagement, and holistic living

• Understanding hita āyu (wholesome life) and sukha āyu (joyful life) as foundations for sustainable living and positive psychology

• Revisiting biology and psychology to understand how our internal processes contribute to integrated health

• Exploring the role of saṁskāras (mental impressions) in shaping cognition and behavior

• The evolution and interconnectedness of the brain, heart, and gut, and their collective impact on well-being

• Practical daily and seasonal practices and methods for conscious participation in personal and collective healing

Course Features

• Live Interactive Sessions
  Engage in real-time lectures with faculty and participate in live Q&A discussions

• Flexible Learning
  Access recorded sessions and course materials anytime, at your convenience

• Certificate of Completion
  Receive a certificate upon successful completion of course requirements

• Project
  Complete one individual or group project to integrate and apply course learnings