Learn why seva, being of service, is the path of cultivating peace of mind and a sense of harmony. In this episode Myra discusses: Seva as an act of compassion and caring for others without attachment or expectation of reward Why taking care of your basic needs must come first if you wish to be of service How to give freely Why seva is the fastest way to clear samskara (impressions from the past) Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires...
May 12, 2021•22 min•Season 7Ep. 5
In this episode, Myra explores how the condition of our agni (the digestive fire) affects our mental health our total wellbeing. You'll learn: How digesting food is related to how you digest life Why trying to fix symptoms doesn't work Why tuning into cause and effect will set you free How to calibrate your system by increasing your vitality, immunity and blissfulness Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic ...
Apr 20, 2021•16 min•Season 7Ep. 4
The impact of excess rajas and tamas on your mind and your ability to make live-giving choices. In this episode, Myra uncovers how the mind operates on an energetic level through the lens of the mahagunas - the 3 prime energies that compose all of nature. Why misuse of the senses reduces your mental health The relationship between anxiety and attachment Why you miss out on miracles when you put things in a box Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this s...
Mar 05, 2021•24 min•Season 7Ep. 3
In this episode, Myra discusses the root causes of disordered eating through the lens of Ayurveda and Yoga, including: How the commercialization of food has distorted our relationship with food Why compartmentalized thinking makes us less healthy Why more is not better How the 5 kleshas, or afflictions, from Yoga explain the deep-seated issues with food Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced li...
Feb 03, 2021•18 min•Season 7Ep. 2
This episode marks the beginning of this year's series dedicated to caring for your mental health with Ayurveda and Yoga. Join Myra as she discusses: Why most illness and disease begins in the mind How the mahagunas impact the functioning of the mind How the intellect, memory, and willpower all work together What the Bhagavad Gita tell us about shraddha ( faith ) as a foundation for joyful living Why a diagnosis is not who you are Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pu...
Jan 18, 2021•22 min•Season 7Ep. 1
In a very special edition of the Everyday Ayurveda & Yoga podcast Myra Lewin is joined by Acharya Shunya, Vedic scholar and spiritual teacher, and Troy Snyder, Vedic Astrologer, to discuss healing from disordered eating patterns with Ayurveda and Yoga. In a fascinating and enlightening episode Myra, Shunya, and Troy discuss: Why estrangement from nature has disrupted our eating patterns. How to identify disordered eating patterns, and what to do about it. How the wisdom of Ayurveda guides us...
Dec 27, 2020•48 min•Season 6Ep. 12
The Vedas, the ancient texts that gave us Ayurveda and Yoga, describe the building blocks of life. They're known as the gurvadi gunas - 10 pairs of opposites found everywhere in nature. Understanding the gurvadi gunas is one of the keys to self-healing. In this month's episode, explore how the gunas of cloudy (avila)) and clear (vishada) affect our everyday lives. Myra explains: How to avoid feeling groggy in the morning How to know when to take action and when to let it be How Jyotish, Vedic As...
Nov 12, 2020•18 min•Season 6Ep. 10
Sharpen your self-healing skills with this month's exploration of the gurvadi gunas: smooth (slakshna) and rough (khara). In this episode Myra discusses: - Causes of common health issues like dry skin, joint pain and stiffness - The importance of even, sattvic beath in Yoga asana practice - Why mental resistance leads to a rough experience in life - The influence of ama (metabolic toxins) on the body, and how to avoid buildup Reset your digestion and your life with our 4-week Agni Therapy progra...
Oct 07, 2020•15 min•Season 6Ep. 10
The Vedas, the ancient texts that gave us Ayurveda and Yoga, describe the building blocks of life. They're known as the gurvadi gunas are 10 pairs of opposites found everywhere in nature. Understanding the gurvadi gunas is one of the keys to self-healing. In this month's episode, explore how the gunas of hard (kathina) and soft (mridu) affect our everyday lives. Myra explains: How to soften your mental attitude and let go of beliefs about struggle and difficulty. Why raw food challenges the dige...
Sep 11, 2020•15 min•Season 6Ep. 9
The gurvadi gunas - the 10 pairs of opposite qualities found in nature - give us a working model of the subtle and physical universe. In this month's episode we'll explore the gunas of dull (manda) and sharp (tikshna). Myra explains: How tikshna and manda will help you understand your digestion How to read the qualities of the elements and bring balance through food and daily activity Why too much of one or the other quality will impact the senses, and your ability to focus Thanks for tuning in ...
Aug 13, 2020•18 min•Season 6Ep. 8
In our exploration of the gurvadi gunas this month, we’re giving context to the qualities of mobile (chala) and static (sthira) in everyday life and in Ayurveda. Myra explains: How to identify chala and sthira gurvadi gunas today with relatable examples Gives practical insights on balancing these gurvadi gunas daily Explains how digestion is impacted by static and mobile qualities How technology may be disruptive to chala and sthira Insights on how Ayurvedic practitioners use the gurvadi gunas w...
Jul 07, 2020•17 min•Season 6Ep. 7
Explore the dynamic interplay of dense and flowing, this month's pair of gurvadi gunas - the opposing qualities that form the fabric of nature. With Myra as your guide you will learn to identify these qualities in your everyday life - from your home to your environment, in your mind, your breath and your digestion - so that you can become your own healer. Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced ...
Jun 09, 2020•19 min•Season 6Ep. 6
The exploration of the gurvadi gunas, the 10 pairs of opposite qualities found everywhere in nature, continues. This month Myra unveils the gunas of subtle (sukshma) and gross (sthula). You'll come to understand these qualities at play as you explore: - the elements, senses and tastes - how to source prana-filled food - the use of logic vs. intuition - pranayama, meditation and asana - conscious communication Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this se...
May 06, 2020•19 min•Season 6Ep. 5
The exploration of the gunas of laghu (light) and guru (heavy) can help you to interpret the basis of nature, the foundation of Ayurveda, and to tune into the flow of prana - your life force. In this episode, Myra reveals how heavy and light are at play in your: - yoga practice - level of hydration and nourishment - conversation - use of the five senses Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced li...
Mar 31, 2020•14 min•Season 6Ep. 4
Our modern lifestyles tend towards dryness. Factors like artificial heat, air conditioning, travel, and consuming food that lacks moisture all create imbalance. In this episode, Myra offers Ayurvedic practices for nourishing the body with more oil and water, including: - How to age gracefully - How to balance vata dosha and stay hydrated by cooking with oil and water - How to counterbalance the drying effects of travel Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. ...
Mar 02, 2020•16 min•Season 6Ep. 3
How do we experience hot and cold in our lives? Myra reviews how this pair of opposites impacts digestion, our choice of clothing, and our emotions. Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, check out Hale Pule's 4-week Agni Therapy program - a reset for your digestion and your life! It includes Ayurveda and Yoga practices, energy work, a private support group and weekly live Q&A to...
Feb 09, 2020•18 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Cultivating a sense of balance is the aim of the art and science of Ayurveda. In this episode, Myra introduces the gurvadi gunas, a powerful framework from Ayurveda for observing nature and dynamically bringing ourselves into balance. Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, check out Hale Pule's 4-week Agni Therapy program - a reset for your digestion and your life! It includes Ayurve...
Jan 13, 2020•20 min•Season 6Ep. 1
A review of tools for elevating your well-being - meditation, pranayama, the yamas and niyamas, and spending time in the centre of your head. Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, check out more of what Myra and the team have to offer at Hale Pule Ayurveda & Yoga . You can also connect with Myra over at the refreshing Spark your Intuition meditation series, and on Instagram . If...
Dec 17, 2019•18 min•Season 5Ep. 12
Focus and refocus on the action of turning inward for answers rather than on outward action. Practice devotion in order to cultivate and fully experience the power of choice, inspired by a connection to the God of your heart. Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, check out more of what Myra and the team have to offer at Hale Pule Ayurveda & Yoga . You can also connect with Myra ...
Nov 15, 2019•13 min•Season 5Ep. 11
Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, check out more of what Myra and the team have to offer at Hale Pule Ayurveda & Yoga . You can also connect with Myra over at the refreshing Spark your Intuition meditation series, and on Instagram . If leading others on the path of healing feels like your dharma, we invite you to book a free 1:1 call here with a member of our team so you can...
Aug 21, 2019•17 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, check out more of what Myra and the team have to offer at Hale Pule Ayurveda & Yoga . You can also connect with Myra over at the refreshing Spark your Intuition meditation series, and on Instagram . If leading others on the path of healing feels like your dharma, we invite you to book a free 1:1 call here with a member of our team so you can...
Aug 21, 2019•15 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, check out more of what Myra and the team have to offer at Hale Pule Ayurveda & Yoga . You can also connect with Myra over at the refreshing Spark your Intuition meditation series, and on Instagram . If leading others on the path of healing feels like your dharma, we invite you to book a free 1:1 call here with a member of our team so you can...
Aug 18, 2019•12 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Patanjali's niyama of saucha is the practice of cleanliness and purity. In this episode Myra discusses saucha as it relates to taking care of the five senses, known as the 'avenues of consciousness'. Tune in to learn how to practice saucha with an Ayurvedic daily and seasonal routine in order to allow for deeper, more meaningful relationships - with our Self and with others. Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more ho...
Jul 22, 2019•20 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Aparigraha is the practice of allowing energy to flow naturally, rather than collecting and hanging on to things, experiences and people. In this episode Myra talks about how to let go of resistance and honor the process of creation and destruction in order to live a more rich and satisfying life. Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, check out more of what Myra and the team have to...
Jun 14, 2019•13 min•Season 5Ep. 6
The desire for intimacy is part of our fabric. We often look for it outside of ourselves, but true intimacy is experienced on the inside as a deep knowing. Intimacy is a communing with a moment and it is revealed when we let go of our resistance and open ourselves up to what's happening, right here and right now. In this episode, learn how the practice of brahmacharya, which is the conscious management of energy, can enable us to experience true intimacy. Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayu...
May 10, 2019•17 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Asteya means non-stealing. When we fail to concentrate on the task at hand, when we allow our thoughts to drift to the future or the past, when we don't bother to finish what we have started - we are stealing from ourselves. We are robbing ourselves of the richness of the present moment, and of life's little miracles. In this episode Myra highlights the importance of developing the power of concentration, and offers tools to sharpen our focus so that we may truly savor life and put our energy wh...
Apr 13, 2019•15 min•Season 5Ep. 4
The practice of satya invites us to go to our deepest layers and release that which obscures our truth. When we are honest with ourselves about the source of our beliefs, moment by moment, then we can consciously make changes and choose a brighter path. In this episode, Myra discusses how we can move past our conditioning through the practices of Yoga and Ayurveda and invite new opportunities into our lives. Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this ser...
Mar 06, 2019•15 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Everything that you think and do matters. It all has a result. It all has consequences. So how do you change the way you think and act for the better? How do you bring about positive results in your life? Enter the Yogic practice of ahimsa, the first of Patanjali's yamas and niyamas. Ahimsa is commonly defined as 'non-violence', which implies cultivating the opposite virtues of kindness, consideration and respect. In this episode, Myra discusses how practicing ahimsa changed her relationship wit...
Feb 04, 2019•19 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Swadhyaya is the practice of self-study. By shining the light inwards you get to know the real motivation for your actions. When you are honest with yourself about why you act, you can better understand your decision-making process and your outcomes. In this way, you can choose to act based on healthy motives and create lasting change in your life. Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifesty...
Jan 14, 2019•13 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Balance feels really good. But at this time of year you might find that balance feels a little out of reach. It seems the holidays have taken on a meaning of doing too much and rushing around from one event to the next or one commitment to the next. Itʻs great to be with family and friends or be of service to others, but does it have to create imbalance in our own lives that we have to recover from? How do we maintain balance and still have special times in our lives? If leading others on the pa...
Dec 22, 2018•15 min•Season 4Ep. 13
