Awareness and Approach
As we engage in health-related initiatives, we recognize that true health emanates from a healthy spirit. The Brahma Kumaris believe the self to be a spiritual being—a soul—whose inner resilience and purity are foundational to optimal health. If we are to heal the body, we first must heal the soul.
A soul in its original stage of purity and health is not only filled with elevated vibrations but also is discerning about the choices it makes to sustain harmony of the body, mind, and spirit. In these times, we are navigating continuous challenges to our equanimity and well-being, mental conditions, environmental breakdown, and countless obstacles to a simple healthy life.
Meditation will help. Raj Yoga meditation helps us to become aware of the patterns of our thinking and feeling, and how the wrong inner patterns create bad habits that harm the health of both mind and body.
a holistic view of health
Health, from a BK perspective, is not merely the absence of disease but the presence of harmony at all levels of being. The interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit means that mental clarity, physical well-being, and spiritual resilience are all crucial in sustaining our vitality.
Diet and lifestyle choices also reflect our commitment to holistic health. Engaging in charitable action brings the happiness that comes from selfless service. Living simply and eating a plant-based, sattvic diet not only nourishes the body but also aligns with the principle of non-violence (ahimsa). And maintaining daily spiritual discipline that has purpose and meaning creates spiritual resilience. All three contribute to a lifestyle that supports overall well-being.
Each of us will be well when all of us are well. None of us lives in isolation; we are a part of a global family and continuously serve to bring health and well-being to all souls. Our commitment to health extends beyond personal practice into tangible service initiatives.
Field Initiatives
- The Brahma Kumaris’ Global Hospital & Research Centre in Mount Abu exemplifies this holistic approach, integrating Eastern and Western medicines with spiritual healing, meditation, and other therapies. The hospital provides free and affordable treatment and medicine, reaching 100,000 people annually, of whom about 54,000 are tribals living in the district’s 155 villages.
- Regular BK programs at local centers focus on mental well-being, including workshops and retreats designed to cultivate inner peace, manage stress, and support emotional healing. The Janki Foundation, inspired by the vision of Dadi Janki, former Head of the Brahma Kumaris, promotes values-based healthcare, advocating for a compassionate, patient-centered approach that recognizes the significance of the mind-body-spirit connection in healing.
