The Physics of Aashirwada
The Physics of Aashirwada: Energy Transfer During Blessings in Indian Culture In Indian tradition, there is a sacred moment when a younger person bows down to touch the feet of an elder. In return, the elder places a hand on their head, silently offering blessings. While this act is deeply spiritual and cultural, could there also be an unseen transfer of energy at play? Let’s explore this through the lens of energy conservation , human intention , and a bit of science. Energy Cannot Be Created or Destroyed According to the First Law of Thermodynamics : ∆E = Q - W (Change in internal energy = heat added to the system - work done by the system) This universal law applies not just to machines but also—symbolically—to human interaction . When elders give blessings, they expend mental energy (through thoughts and intention) and channel emotional and spiritual energy through their touch. This energy isn’t lost—it’s transferred . Thought as Energy: Mind...
