1. Personal Ethics (Aachara Rasayana)

These are behavioral practices that promote mental clarity, emotional stability, and physical health:

• Satya (Truthfulness) – Speaking and living truthfully.
• Ahimsa (Non-violence) – Avoiding harm to any living being through thoughts, words, or actions.
• Shauch (Cleanliness) – Maintaining personal and environmental hygiene.
• Dama (Self-control) – Controlling the senses and avoiding overindulgence.
• Kshama (Forgiveness) – Letting go of anger and resentment.
• Dhee (Intelligence), Dhriti (Patience), Smriti (Memory) – Cultivating mental discipline.

These qualities are described as Aachara Rasayana, which are behavioral practices that function like a rejuvenating therapy for the mind and body.

2. Social Ethics

Living harmoniously in society is emphasized in Swasthavritta through:

• Respect for elders and teachers
• Compassion and service to others (Seva Bhava)
• Charity (Dana)
• Avoiding gossip, harsh speech, and lying
• Participating in community health activities
• Promotion of positive social interactions

3. Environmental Ethics

Swasthavritta stresses living in balance with nature:

• Protecting nature and natural resources
• Avoiding pollution and maintaining cleanliness in the environment
• Planting trees and promoting green spaces
• Following seasonal regimens (Ritucharya) to adapt lifestyle according to climatic changes

4. Ethical Dietary Practices

• Ahara (food) should be earned through righteous means
• Eating only as per need and not for indulgence
• Sharing food and avoiding wastage
• Consuming Satvik food – fresh, balanced, and prepared with positive intentions

5. Professional Ethics (for Vaidyas / Ayurvedic Practitioners)

• Compassion and non-greed in treatment
• Confidentiality and respect for patients
• No discrimination in care
• Constant learning and self-improvement

Summary

Ethical practices in Swasthavritta are deeply intertwined with daily behavior, moral conduct, and a responsible lifestyle. They aim not only at physical health but also mental, spiritual, social, and environmental well-being — aligning with the Ayurvedic goal of “Swasthasya swasthya rakshanam” (protecting the health of the healthy).

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