In Ayurveda, one of the three categories for imbalance is: wrong choices or mistaken intellect. Examples of this Ayurvedic philosophy (or should I say...daily life lesson) can sneak into our lives in so many different ways. But if you're unaware of it showing up, you might not learn the lessons. The best Ayurveda is used daily and it's actually simple — you just need to know what to look out for. So let's bring some awareness to what mistaken intellect in Ayurveda really is, how to recognize it ...
Aug 20, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode of Bringing Ayurveda to Life , we talk about pitta dosha and 7 things that drives pittas crazy! in Ayurveda, each dosha has certain tendencies, so it's easy to drive each other crazy when we don't know what to expect from or deliver to one another. The seven tips in this episode are relationship GOLD if a) pittas learn how to use the fixes and b) if vatas and kaphas are aware of what drives pittas bonkers. Have fun learning about yourself and transforming your relationships with ...
Jun 27, 2019•21 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In Ayurveda, when the seasons change, we need to adjust our diet and lifestyle practices. In this episode about pitta seasonal balance, you will learn about pitta diet, pitta exercise, cooling pitta skincare and more! Whether you are a pitta dosha or whether you're in pitta season, enjoy this episode with 6 ways to transition your diet & lifestyle from spring into summer, based on Ayurveda. Subscribe & Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to my podcast? If not, be sure to do that today. ...
Jun 20, 2019•14 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode you'll learn how to easily identify and choose the right foods for you, yes, personally you. Eating intuitively, eating mindfully , creating personalized eating does not have to be hard. I give you 2 simple things to get started on in this week's episode on intuitive eating.
Jun 06, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 15
A simple look at the differences between Ayurveda vs Western Medicine. They are like night and day! No judging — they both have their place. But to become masters of our own health and bring empowerment to our lives, Ayurveda may provide a refreshing approach.
May 23, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 14
What kind of digestion do you have? In Ayurveda, there are four types of digestion, or agni. They are usually related to a specific dosha, but not always. Find out your type of digestion and learn the fixes that help balance them.
May 09, 2019•10 min•Season 1Ep. 13
It's the place where people get stuck the most in Ayurveda, so let's unstick you! If you are confused about your combinations of doshas or which dosha to balance first, don't miss this episode! I give 3 steps to begin to discover and balance your dosha(s).
Apr 25, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 12
When we can't stop eating, feel always hungry or are always snacking, there's a reason and it's not physical hunger! In this episode, I'll teach you about what you are likely MISSING, which is HIGHER FOOD. Ayurveda says that there's more to nourishment than food-food, so I'll share an unexpected perspective that can help you through this the next time it happens. Subscribe & Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to my podcast? If not, be sure to do that today. I'll be adding some great episod...
Apr 11, 2019•18 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Want to know how to improve your energy for the whole day? Like the whooooole day!? In this episode I'll tell you the number #1 thing to do that is absolutely essential in order to have great energy all day. If you are someone who suffers from energy slumps or low energy, this might be your simple solution to give you an energy boost. And as always in Ayurveda, expect the unexpected. This is a natural way to help you wake up better, improve your energy and create sustained energy all day. Subscr...
Mar 28, 2019•6 min•Season 1Ep. 10
When the seasons change, spring cleaning is definitely a thing! In this episode you'll learn how our bodies and minds also benefit from a spring cleanse.
Mar 20, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Ayurveda says that each dosha requires a slightly different diet. This is where Ayurvedic eating really becomes customized and acts in a way as preventative medicine. If we are eating the right foods for our unique bodies, our minds will thrive, our bodies will function well, and our immunity will be strong! Vatas are very light and airy. They will need foods that are grounding, stabilizing and warm. Since vatas don't have a lot of structure, their food needs to have more structure or they will ...
Mar 12, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Let's chat about how to create a high quality mind by learning about sattva, rajas and tamas. Cause, you know all that time, money and care we spend taking care of our bodies ?! Well, what if I told you...the mind is actually more important than the body! To create a healthier body, we must start with a healthier mind. Subscribe & Review in iTunes Have you subscribed to my podcast? If not, be sure to do that today. I'll be adding some great episodes in the mix to help guide and transform you...
Feb 26, 2019•11 min•Season 1Ep. 7
During a long winter season, the outdoors and nature overall can feel so lifeless, dark and cold! That’s why we can feel S.A.D. But there are things we can do to create an uplift and vigor. Counterbalance the winter dregs by bringing LIFE to the indoors and let’s use our five senses as healing vehicles. Ayurveda heals through the five senses, so bring in happy sights, smells, sounds, tastes and touches! In this episode, I'll tell you five of my favorite practices you can easily do at home to bri...
Feb 14, 2019•14 min•Season 1Ep. 6
"What is one small change I can make that would get great results?" While it was difficult to choose just one, here's my favorite. This ONE change comes with FIVE super impactful results! It could be the answer you're looking for. You have no idea of the power within this simple change until you start practicing. Try it for one week and see how you feel! Here are potential benefits: • Maximizes our digestive power • Helps avoid afternoon energy slumps • May help you sleep better • May help you w...
Feb 09, 2019•9 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Let's talk about the Ayurvedic daily routine! We know doshas rule our bodies, but they also rule certain times of day, the seasons, and stages of life. Once we know what doshas are strongest at specific times, we can adjust our routine accordingly to go with the flow of those doshas to achieve overall balance. If we do the wrong things at the wrong time, it's like swimming upstream. Wrong timing is considered a causative factor of disease, or imbalance. But it's so easy to fix! Often times we ju...
Feb 08, 2019•14 min•Season 1Ep. 4
The body's internal digestive fire is called our agni. When agni functions properly, whatever we have eaten gets digested and absorbed by the body's tissues. Then the body eliminates waste. Pretty simple. However, when doshas or tissues are imbalanced due to lifestyle, diet, negative emotions, etc., agni becomes weakened or disturbed and therefore cannot digest food properly. The function of agni is the main contributor to our physical and mental health and when agni functions properly, we thriv...
Feb 08, 2019•17 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Many people find the doshas to be the most exciting part of Ayurveda to learn! Because that's when you discover who YOU are including why you act the way you do, and think like you do. One of my students summed it up nicely when she said, "OMG it's like my whole life makes sense now!!" Yep. Once you know your dosha(s), you can make the right choices in your diet & lifestyle practices based on what YOU need, forever. All three doshas vata, pitta, and kapha are present in all of us, all the ti...
Feb 08, 2019•14 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Ayurveda literally translates to the "knowledge of or science of life." It's goal is to teach diet & lifestyle practices that prevent disease so we can live a long and healthy life — according to who we are as an individual. Ayurveda is a WHOLE medical system, including mind, body and spirit, seeing us as complete individuals. Most of our health concerns and be cured and prevented with diet and lifestyle alone and this is where Ayurveda truly excels in today's world!! With a little Ayurvedic...
Feb 08, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 1
