Rapgay elucidates the principles and practical applications of Tibetan medical and Buddhist psychological guidelines that have been used for centuries by spiritual masters and practitioners to approach life in a healthy and balanced manner. The Tibetan approach to life has points in common with Ayurveda from India and Chinese medicine. Its goal of wellness is defined by the following: freedom from serious psychological and physical disease; adherence to a health plan based on your personality, your body type and needs and your capacity to fulfill and meet those needs; an understanding of the changing and impermanent nature of life and awareness of a purpose in life; acceptance of the stress and change found in relationships, the environment, the seasons, and the aging process; a sense of ethical responsibility and willingness to learn and grow; and a feeling of positive accomplishment, contentment and appreciation for being human.